Business with Marketing

University of the West of Scotland
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 1-4 Years Business and management studies

A-Level Entry

CCC

UCAS Points

96 points

About this course

Overview

Prepare to excel as a marketing professional Our BA Business programmes are designed with your career aspirations in mind, offering flexibility and a broad range of opportunities to tailor your studies. Build a strong foundation in your first two years (Levels 7 & 8) with our newly introduced common modules where you'll focus on the essentials in business and marketing studies. For your third year (Level 9) onwards, you'll have the freedom to choose your area of specialism. Discover your passion and focus on the areas that excite you the most. Whether you stick with your initial plan or explore new pathways within the Business School, the choice is yours. The BA (Hons) Business with Marketing course has been refreshed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today's rapidly evolving global economy. You'll master core business principles while specialising in marketing, AI-driven decision-making, entrepreneurial strategies, and practical insights directly relevant to real-world business challenges.

Course Highlights

You will

  • Develop effective communication skills and in-depth knowledge to prepare you for a wide range of traditional and digital business and marketing roles.

  • Gain specialist marketing and business skills that will help you stand out in today’s competitive job market.

  • Focus on real industry issues, providing you with the practical experience to solve the marketing and business challenges faced by modern businesses.

  • Benefit from accreditation by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), giving you the opportunity to gain CIM qualifications through the CIM Graduate Gateway after graduation.

  • Engage in hands-on projects with real companies, applying your knowledge to solve real-world business and marketing challenges.

  • Learn to harness AI-driven decision-making and entrepreneurial strategies to succeed in a rapidly evolving global economy.

  • Explore contemporary topics such as sustainability, business ethics, etc., aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

  • Study in a programme with strong links to local and national organisations, ensuring teaching and assessments are aligned with current industry demands.

    Careers Jobs Graduates of the BA (Hons) Business with Marketing programme are well-equipped with the skills and knowledge to excel in a variety of marketing and business roles across diverse industries. They often secure positions such as: · Project director · Sales promotion manager · PR manager · Product manager · Marketing research specialist · Marketing and business process manager · Business development & marketing executive · Digital marketing executive · Social media manager Graduates find opportunities in local, national, and international organisations, ranging from marketing agencies and large corporations to start-ups and non-profit sectors. Further Study You can advance your education with a MSc in Digital Marketing or a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at UWS. Additionally, you can also pursue professional qualifications through the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), with the potential to achieve Chartered Marketer status.

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades CCC
    UCAS Tariff Points 96 points
    Scottish Higher CCCC
    BTEC MMM

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1132 Marketing, sales and advertising directors
    2432 Marketing and commercial managers
    7220 Customer service supervisors
    2431 Management consultants and business analysts
    1150 Managers and directors in retail and wholesale
    2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1-4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Paisley
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Business and management studies

    Offered by

    University of the West of Scotland

    Paisley

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