Business & Management (Economics) (with Foundation Year)

This course is delivered by the AACSB-accredited Business School. Fewer than 6% of Business Schools worldwide are accredited by the AACSB, and this accolade recognises our focus on excellence in all areas of learning, teaching, assessment, and the student experience.

Why study BA (Hons) Business & Management (Economics) (with Foundation Year) at BU?

• Explore alternative theories concerning the working of micro and macro economies, alternative economic systems and alternative economic policy strategies

• Opportunities to study abroad at one of our international partner institutions

• Study a diverse subject that provides a stepping-stone to work in any industry, anywhere in the world

• Complete an optional 30-week placement, giving you invaluable opportunities to gain industry experience and build a professional network

• Study at a university with over 35 years’ teaching experience in this area, excellent industry connections and an international reputation

• You'll be career-ready with 90% of our graduates in employment or further studies, fifteen months after graduating.

This is the foundation year option for students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you a grounding in the business and management skills required for this course, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress to the full degree.

Course Modules

During the foundation year, you will study the following units: fundamentals of business & management, academic & professional practice and fusion business project. As part of the degree, you will study a range of subject areas including management competencies, accounting; organisational behaviour & responsible management, marketing, economics, recruiting, selecting & training and strategic management. In your final year the two specialist Economics units will enable you to develop critical knowledge, understanding and skills in the areas of domestic and international economic analysis, preparing you for your future career or further studies.

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

• AACSB International