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BA (Hons) Business & Management (HRM)

Bournemouth University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of business and management principles, with a focus on human resource management. Students will learn how to manage and lead people effectively, while also developing their knowledge of the strategic and operational aspects of business. The course covers topics such as organizational behavior, recruitment and selection, training and development, employee relations, and performance management. By the end of the course, students will be able to analyze complex business problems and develop effective solutions, as well as communicate their ideas clearly and persuasively.

Additional Information

This course is ideal for students who are interested in pursuing a career in HRM or who want to gain a solid foundation in business management. The course is taught by experienced academics and professionals, many of whom have worked in industry themselves. Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources, including a dedicated HRM laboratory where they can practice their skills. The course also offers opportunities for work experience and internships, as well as study abroad programs.

Learn from Experts in Business and Management at Bournemouth University

Bournemouth University is one of the top universities in the UK for business and management studies. Our faculty is composed of renowned academics and industry professionals who are passionate about teaching and research. We have a strong focus on practical application, which means that students will gain valuable skills and knowledge that they can apply directly to their future careers. Our graduates go on to secure high-profile jobs in top organizations around the world.

Why You Should Study This Course

  • Gain specialist knowledge and skills in human resource management and other critical areas of business and management, providing a solid foundation for many careers. 

  • Opportunities to study abroad at one of our international partner institutions 

  • Study a diverse subject that provides a stepping-stone to working in any industry, anywhere in the world 

  • Complete an optional 30-week placement, giving you invaluable opportunities to gain industry experience and build a professional network 

  • Studying at a university with over 35 years of teaching experience in this area, excellent industry connections, and an international reputation

  • Within fifteen months of graduating, 95% of our Business & Management courses students are in employment or further study.

General Eligibility

This course requires 104–120 UCAS tariff points, including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. We are happy to consider a combination of qualifications and grades to meet the overall tariff, for example, A-levels A*CC, ABC, BBB or BCC, BTECs DDM, or DMM.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours per week

What You'll Study

1 Final year
  • Research in Business & Management

  • Organizational Leadership

Core units (choose one):

  • Research Project

  • Reflective Practitioner Project

  • Hacking for Sustainability Project

Option units (choose two):

  • Contemporary Issues in HRM

  • SHRM in Context

  • International Management

2 Foundation Year (optional)
  • Fundamentals of Business & Management

  • Academic & Professional Practice

  • Fusion Business Project

3 Year 1
  • Developing Management Competencies

  • Global Business Environment

  • Introduction to Accounting

  • Organizational Behaviour & Responsible Management

  • Business Simulation

  • Fundamentals of Marketing

4 Year 2
  • Recruiting, Selecting & Retaining Talent

  • Strategic Management

Option units (choose one):

  • Global Operations Management

  • Project Management

  • Consumer Behaviour & Contemporary Issues

  • Branding & Integrated Communications

  • Supply Chain Management

  • Globally Responsible Business Practice

  • Digital Marketing Fundamentals:

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component or equivalent.

Additional Information

Placement year The course includes an optional 30-week (minimum) placement between your second and final year, providing a valuable opportunity to develop your vocational skills and understanding of the workplace. We are proud that our students have played their part in the success of top firms, including Microsoft, JP Morgan, IBM, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and Motorola.

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