Business Management - BA (Hons)

University of Leeds

You’ll study your Business Management degree at our world-renowned Leeds University Business School. This dynamic course combines a comprehensive understanding of how to manage organisations with the practical knowledge top employers are looking for. You'll learn directly from business leaders at guest lectures and events, giving you valuable insights into a range of career paths and sectors. Through compulsory modules, you’ll cover the core concepts and techniques of management and develop the skills required to lead. You’ll learn about organisational behaviour and the wider business environment, as well as important business functions such as accounting, marketing and supply chain management. Diverse optional business management modules will focus on topics such as human resource management, management consulting, marketing strategy, and managing digital information and technology. Whether you see yourself working in large private sector organisations, in the public sector or starting your own business, you’ll develop the analytical, quantitative, digital, presentation and other transferable skills required by the business world. Shape your learning with pathways This course offers pathways which allow you to tailor your course to your specific interests or professional aspirations. The majority of the pathways start from year 2, once you have established the foundations of your subject. Pathway modules can be taken in particular areas and can be followed through to your final year. This unique level of personalisation and self-direction provides you with flexibility to meet your career goals, whilst helping you stand out from the crowd when you graduate. The pathways available on this course are: Analytics Consulting Accounting Economics Human Resource Management Enterprise and Innovation Ethics and Sustainability Course highlightsChoose to take an optional year in industry to gain valuable practical experience, or immerse yourself in a new culture by spending a year studying in a different country at one of our many partner universities across the world. Prepare for success in your future career by learning directly from leaders at guest lectures and events, designed to develop your understanding of how managers apply theory to overcome real business problems. Take part in discussion and debates with business leaders at our Leaders in Residence events, an annual highlight of your first and second year. Develop your networking skills and practical knowledge, whilst gaining insight into a range of career paths. The optional Contemporary Management Consulting module gives you the opportunity to gain the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 5 Certificate in Professional Consulting. Supporting your personal developmentThroughout your studies, you'll benefit from the support of your Academic Personal Tutor who will work in partnership with you to maximise your personal and professional development.You’ll also have access to support from the Business School’s Employability and Opportunity team who will help you explore opportunities to develop your professional network and gain work experience.Read more about personal development support within the Business School.AccreditationLeeds University Business School has triple accreditation from the three leading bodies AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS