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Hair and Make-up Business Management

1 Study option · UndergraduateUniversity College Birmingham

Course summary

OVERVIEW

Get ready to unleash your creativity and transform your passion into a successful career with our hair and make-up business management course. This course is designed to give you diverse, technical and transferrable skills, all while developing your understanding of essential business and management principles. You will not only master the art of hair and make-up, but also gain the entrepreneurial acumen you will need to be competitive within the creative industries.

Training in our state-of-the-art studios, you will explore various industry settings, including film, TV, fashion, commercial and education, and have the opportunity to tailor your career pathway through optional modules. You will learn industry-relevant techniques and develop a solid understanding of underpinning theoretical concepts associated with business and management. There is also emphasis on portfolio development tailored towards a chosen specialism, ensuring you stand out from others.

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?

  • EXPERT TEACHING – With a wealth of industry experience and knowledge, the teaching team are experts within their field. Our continuous engagment with the industry enables us to ensure that the curriculum is up-to-date and reflective of the most recent trends

  • INDUSTRY LINKS – Our strong industry links provide you with opportunities to undertake invaluable work placements and engage in guest speaker events so you have real insight into career prospects

  • PRACTICAL APPLICATION – Develop your technical skill set while working within our cutting-edge, purpose-built studios on campus

  • DIVERSE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES – Studying this degree course will open doors to a wide range of graduate job roles, with the hair and make-up related sector. These include studio, or salon manager, creative director, lecturer/ trainer and supervisor roles within theatre, film and TV

FACILITIES

  • Specialist Hair and Make-up Studios – Step into our cutting-edge Hair and Make-Up studios, where creativity meets professionalism. Fully equipped with top-tier tools, stations, and products, our studios are designed to inspire and support students as they master the latest industry techniques and build their practical expertise in a real-world environment.

  • Editorial Suite – Elevate your portfolio with our state-of-the-art Editorial Suite! Here, learners have access to premium photography equipment, perfect for capturing and showcasing creative work in professional-grade quality.

  • Digital Hub – With access to industry-leading software like Adobe Creative Cloud and ZBrush, this space empowers students to bring their digital visions to life and sharpen their skills in cutting-edge design technology.

PLACEMENTS
The Hair and Make-up Business Management degree features voluntary work placements for you to engage with industry, develop networking skills and enhance your career prospects. These are often short-term and may require travel, so it will be crucial to prepare for this. Throughout the academic journey, our collaboration with employers ensures meaningful connections are formed, enhancing the overall learning experience and laying the foundations for a successful career in the world of hair and make-up.

CAREERS AND PROGRESSION
Examples of careers you could pursue following this course:

  • Marketing Executive

  • Studio or salon owner/manager

  • Creative/ artistic director

  • Lecturer in hair, make-up and special effects

  • Supervisor within theatre, film and TV

  • Head of department within theatre, film and TV

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
W451
Institution code:
B35

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55 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

70 Go onto work and study

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