Business & Management

Leeds Beckett University
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Business and management studies

UCAS Points

112 points

About this course

Be the best in business. Learn how to manage dynamic and complex organisations sustainably through real-life, first-hand experience.

As part of this course, you’ll:

  • Develop an expert understanding of how businesses operate and build the skills needed to become a strategic and successful manager

  • Study the foundations of effective business management. This will include accounting and finance, data analytics and developing your understanding of markets and customers

  • Delve into more complex topics in your second and third years, such as sustainability in business, strategy, ethics and the influence of AI

  • Learn how businesses can use smart technology to become more sustainable, grow, adapt, improve, and ultimately succeed in future markets

  • Begin to understand business and management issues at both a national and global level and across a wide array of industries and sectors

  • Foster your entrepreneurialism as you build your specialist business knowledge

  • Put your knowledge into practice through in-class case study work, internships, study abroad and volunteering

  • Enhance your entrepreneurial skills through active participation in national student competitions, such as the IBM University Business Challenge

  • Have the opportunity to combine the core aspects of business and management with our pathway subjects, finance, enterprise, marketing and law

  • Gain the practical experience needed to impress potential employers

    Find out more

    Networking with industry Leeds Business School has strong industry links within the city and wider region. This will provide you with a range of opportunities to enhance your employability skills.

    You’ll engage with real businesses through live projects, chair discussions and guest lectures. Past speakers include the CEO of the London Stock Exchange, the Chief Executive of the British Bankers Association and the Chief Economist of Yorkshire Bank.

    Develop your practical experience Apply your knowledge in real-world settings with an optional year-long placement in industry.

    An expanding business hub From tech and gaming giants to national powerhouses, including the BBC and Channel 4, Leeds boasts attractive opportunities within a variety of industries. Already billed as one of the largest legal and financial centres in the UK, the city’s economy is forecast to grow even further over the next decade. This will provide the perfect location to witness the impact of development, expansion and innovation, making Leeds a great place to study business.

    Why study Business & Management at Leeds Beckett University...

  • 93% of students on BA (Hons) Business & Management were positive about the way teaching staff explain things*

  • Gain practical experience and knowledge to impress potential employers

  • Optional paid placement year to broaden your real-life work experience

  • Flexible study – you could choose to transfer to one of our specialist routes after completing your first year

  • Learn from a team who bring together academic and professional expertise and industry connections

    National Student Survey 2024*

  • Entry Requirements

    UCAS Tariff Points 112 points

    Study Options

    This course is available in 3 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: Leeds

    Part-time

    Duration: 6 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: Leeds

    Sandwich

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: Leeds

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2431 Management consultants and business analysts
    1132 Marketing, sales and advertising directors
    1150 Managers and directors in retail and wholesale
    1123 Production managers and directors in mining and energy
    1139 Functional managers and directors
    7220 Customer service supervisors

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Leeds
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Business and management studies