BA (Hons) Business with Management

The BA (Hons) Business with Management route does not focus on one narrow area of a business, but instead allows you to study a wider range of business practices, including marketing, finance, human resources and operations.

The Business with Management degree is designed for students who want to work in the fast-paced global world of private and public organisations, coordinating teams and using resources efficiently, or perhaps establishing and running their own business.

You will develop powers of analysis, problem solving skills, research skills, critical thinking, team work and interpersonal skills.

The degree is a modular programme which enables you to study a wide range of business-related topics. Our supportive, qualified and experienced staff, together with accessible and interactive lecture/seminar formats, all help to ensure you will have a rewarding academic experience.

We also offer an Access to HE Business programme.

Level 4

Introduction to Economics
Students gain “a basic knowledge of demand and supply theory, various market types, unemployment, inflation, fiscal and monetary policy” and explore the UK economic structure and global business.

Introduction to Finance
Covers internal and external finance, cost–profit–volume analysis, pricing decisions, and introductory investment appraisal.

Exploring Organisations
Focuses on organisational structure, culture, behaviour, and management practices, including themes such as remote working, AI, diversity, and sustainability.

Foundations of Entrepreneurship
Develops creativity, opportunity recognition, business modelling, and the entrepreneurial mindset through theory and practical activities.

Business Law
Introduces key legal principles relevant to business, ethical decision‑making, and compliance with statutory and common law.

Principles of Human Resource Management
Explores the HR function across legal, employment, and learning & development contexts.

Level 5

 
Data‑Driven Decision Making
Students learn quantitative and qualitative decision‑making models, big data concepts, and practical data analysis using tools such as Excel.

The Successful Manager
Examines how line managers influence performance, culture, team dynamics, and organisational outcomes.

Business Ethics & Sustainability
Explores ethical business practices, corporate responsibility, governance, and sustainable business models.

Research Methods for Business
Develops skills in academic research, critical evaluation, and understanding the research process.

Business Marketing
Covers marketing strategy, digital transformation, consumer behaviour, and integrated marketing communications.

International Business
Explores global trade, macroeconomic principles, and cultural and ethical dimensions of international business.

Level 6

 
Financial Management
Applies managerial finance principles to real‑world planning, control, and decision‑making.

Leadership & Change Management
Covers opportunity recognition, innovation, business planning, and managing organisational change.

Business Research & Practice
Students produce a literature review, develop a research paradigm, and design a methodology for their final project.

Innovation & Enterprise
Examines how organisations create value through innovation, encouraging entrepreneurial thinking and problem‑solving.

Strategic Management
Focuses on performance management, strategic analysis, and evaluation of organisational policies.

Business Project
An independent research project that develops critical thinking, research design, data analysis, and presentation skills.

Types of Assessments

· Report

· Group professional discussion

· Examination

· Academic poster

· Group presentation

· Individual Podcast

· Group Poster presentation

· Individual written essay

· Case study / individual presentation

· Group debate

· Individual reflection

· Individual presentation (Online)

· Critique of a journal article

· Research proposal

· Individual academic poster & Presentation

Minimum 80 UCAS Tariff points.

IIn addition, for this programme, you will be required to have a GCSE (or equivalent qualification) at Grade C or above in English, or an equivalent Level 2 qualification in English. In 2017 and beyond we will view the new Grade 4 as being equivalent to a C Grade and will therefore require students to achieve GCSE Grade 4 or above.

If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate the ability to study in English. For non-native speakers of English, you must demonstrate proficiency of English equivalent to B2 of the Common European Framework, specifically IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no more than 2 sub scores below IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent).

Applicants who do not meet the standard entry criteria but have relevant work / life experience will be considered on an individual basis and may be invited to interview. The interview will consider your prior formal qualifications, and your evidence of experience gained through employment or other verifiable source. Students will be admitted when the interviewers are confident that the student has demonstrated sufficient prior knowledge, skill, aptitude and interest to be equally able to succeed as a candidate offering the standard entry criteria.

Assessment will be undertaken through a range of established methodologies at various stages throughout your learning experience. Various assessments are designed using live case studies, contemporary topics and guidance from industry specialists. Assessments incorporate standard practices through initial, diagnostic, formative and summative stages. Examples of assessment activity includes:

Essays & reports – Academic writing is an important skill to learn for graduates.

Examinations – These may be written or online and are used to test knowledge and understanding.

Projects - This is an opportunity for you to explore topics of interest to them and engage in academic research in Higher Education, whilst promoting independent learning.

Group & Individual presentations – This method of assessment is widely used in the business industry, these assessments give you an experience presenting to a wider audience.

Peer assessment - This builds up confidence in giving and receiving feedback from others and enables a student led approach to learning.

Group assessment – This encourages collaborative working and helps build interpersonal skills.

Additionally, some lecturers will provide informal feedback, for example, following an examination they may choose to work through the exam paper in a tutorial. It should be noted that feedback is part of the ongoing learning cycle which is not limited to written feedback. Other forms of feedback include one-to-one meetings with a personal tutor, project supervision meetings, a lecturer responding to learner questions or responses during topic or situation discussions.

The learning environment and facilities could include lecture theatres, classrooms, technology suites, workshops, library, small group and quiet zones. Learning methods will vary according to the programme of study but will include lectures and group tutorials. In addition, seminars, field trips, role play or scenario activities, demonstrations, guest lectures, discussions and debates all contribute to the learning experience to support the acquisition of subject specific skills and knowledge and the development of transferable and employment related skills.

You should typically expect to have around 13 contact hours per week if you are studying full time. In addition, you will have timetabled meetings with your personal tutor.

You will be taught by an experienced teaching team whose expertise and knowledge are closely matched to the content of the modules on the course. The team could include senior academics and professional practitioners with industry experience.

Timetables

We endeavour to make timetables available one month before you start your course. Please note that while we make every effort to ensure that timetables are as student-friendly as possible, scheduled teaching can take place on any day of the week. Part-time classes are normally scheduled on one or two days per week.

Overall Workload

You overall workload consists of class contact hours, around 15 hours of independent learning and assessment activity and any field trips which may take place.

Academic Support

We have a dedicated Student Engagement Team who will be able to provide support in the following areas;

• Study Skills (including reading, note-taking and presentation skills)
• Written English
• Academic Writing (including referencing)
• Research Skills

Our graduates are knowledgeable, confident, socially aware, imaginative and enthusiastic individuals and they are actively sought after in a wide number of business related occupations and professions.

The skills gained on a business degree allow you to build commercial awareness and start contributing to your chosen employer quickly and effectively.

Jobs where your degree would be useful include: Human Resources officer, Logistics and Distribution Manager, Marketing Executive, Retail Manager, Sales Executive and Systems Analyst and many more.

You may also choose to progress onto a Graduate Management Scheme or postgraduate study. Many of our graduates choose to progress on to a Professional Qualification upon successful completion of the course. You can continue your study of Professional Qualifications at University Centre at Blackburn College.

Fees

Studying for a degree is not as expensive as you think – especially if you stay local. There are no upfront fees to pay if you take out a Tuition Fee Loan from Student Finance England. 

Financial support

There is a range of financial support available to you, including generous support from the College.

Additional costs 

There may be additional costs to consider that are not included in the tuition fees. These costs can vary based on your course and personal choices. 

There are some general additional course costs to consider that can apply to all courses: