Business BA (Hons)

Sheffield Hallam University

- Gain knowledge of core business areas, such as strategy, leadership, management and financial performance.- Develop the skills you need for the business career you want.- Learn how to lead change and innovation ethically and responsibly.- Gain real-world experience in a diverse and exciting range of roles and sectors.- Join a global community where business leaders, researchers and students network and collaborate.Our course produces talented business leaders, influencers and organisational change agents who can make a real difference in organisations. You will study at one of the few UK Universities with direct links to the Institute of Leadership and Management. Not only can you access a vast range of learning resources, but you will also gain Professional Membership status on top of your degree.

All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.The course is delivered by a combination of experienced and active professionals and researchers. They create a rich, supportive and inclusive learning environment. You can access placements, volunteering opportunities, training schemes, internships and work experience through our network of industry professionals and business leaders, such as IBM.You learn through: - On campus lectures and interactive seminars- One-to-one tutor support- Experiential learning in industry- Real-world business change and consultancy projects- Reflective practice and career planning- Digital platforms and resources- Opportunities for work-based placements and projects

Learn how to adapt quickly to dynamic, versatile, and fast-paced working environments. Find out what it means to instil a culture of innovation and creativity within teams. And understand what it means to launch and maintain a successful enterprise. We will explore the significance of ethical, sustainable and responsible management practices to help us respond to contemporary business challenges. You will be encouraged to develop your network in our global community – where business leaders, researchers and students come together to solve problems. As the course progresses, you will have the opportunity to choose your own learning pathway, picking from a range of modules to shape your future. These will help you develop the skills you’re interested in and prepare for a career that’s right for you.

We think the best way to learn something is to do it in the real world. That means putting learning into practice through placements, internships and consultancy projects through our global network of leading businesses.

You can undertake a year-long placement nationally or internationally – preparing you for your future career while gaining industry contacts and an applied professional diploma to add to your CV. Previous placement years have taken place at organisations such as Microsoft, Enterprise Cars, Bosch, 3M and E-on.You can also study a language and potentially study at a European University for one semester in your second year – through the Turing Scheme.