Business Management

Our Business Management degree in Swansea is perfect if you are looking at working in the world of business, whether locally or globally. Our programme will give you a strong understanding of business and management while helping you develop important skills valued by employers.

In this degree, you will learn about key areas like finance, human resource management, marketing, and accounting. These subjects are crucial for understanding how businesses operate and succeed. You’ll also explore economics and strategy, which will help you think critically about business decisions.

One of the exciting parts of this course is the opportunity for hands-on learning. You will take part in real-world projects and gain practical experience through extra-curricular activities with various companies with which we have a long-standing relationship. This means you’ll not only learn in the classroom but also apply your knowledge in real business settings. You’ll meet industry professionals and build a network that can open doors to future career opportunities.

Our programme also focuses on developing leadership and entrepreneurship skills. You will learn how to manage teams, make strategic decisions, and drive innovation within a business. These skills are essential for anyone looking to stand out in the competitive business world. With a focus on employability, our course is designed to provide you with the specialist knowledge and industry experience needed for career opportunities in global business.

This programme ensures you are equipped with the skills for digital transformation and innovation, preparing you for the future of business management. You will benefit from extensive networking opportunities and develop a deep understanding of leadership, strategy, and entrepreneurship.

Speak Welsh? 40 credits of this course are available through the medium of Welsh.

Modules

In the first year, you will be introduced to the fundamentals of business management, covering essential topics such as finance, human resource management, and marketing. You will also develop your understanding of accounting, setting the groundwork for more advanced studies. Through practical assignments and projects, you will begin to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world business scenarios.

Learning in the Digital Era (20 credits)
Entrepreneurial Innovation (20 credits)
Finance for Business (20 credits)
Marketing Fundamentals (20 credits)
People and Organisations (20 credits)
The Changing Business Environment (20 Credits)

In the second year, you will build on your foundational knowledge and start to explore in-depth areas such as marketing practice, financial performance management, and the basics of contract law. Additionally, you will have the chance to participate in a study-abroad opportunity, gaining invaluable practical experience and enhancing your employability.

Compulsory
Changemakers: Creativity and Value Creation (20 credits)
Changemakers: Building your Personal Brand for Sustainable Employment (20 credits)
Marketing In Practice (20 credits)
Financial Performance Management (20 credits)
Contract Law (20 credits)
Professional Placement or Volunteerism (20 Credits)

Optional
International Mobility Opportunity (60 Credits)

In the final year, you will focus on advanced topics focussing on ethics, sustainability, leadership, and management. You will undertake an independent project, where you will apply your knowledge to a specific business problem or opportunity. The course will equip you with the skills needed to drive business success in a rapidly changing global environment.

Independent Project (40 credits)
Contemporary Issues in Management (20 credits)
Global Ethics (20 credits)
Leading and Developing People (20 credits)
Strategic Management and Sustainability (20 credits)

https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/programme-courses/undergraduate/business-and-management/business-management-full-time-campus-full