Equine Business Management (with Foundation Year)

If you want to develop business skills and pursue your equine passion while gaining real-world commercial experience, then this is the ideal course for you. You’ll be able to tailor your studies to suit your individual career goals and apply your skills practically through industry work placements.

The foundation year entry provides an alternative route into degree-level study. It’s ideal for those who need to gain subject-specific knowledge and skills in order to progress with the full BSc (Hons) qualification.

Compulsory modules will equip you with the skills to succeed in a commercial equine environment, covering core business subjects including finance, management and marketing. A comprehensive range of optional modules will allow you to apply your acquired knowledge and skills to the areas of the equine industry you’re most passionate about.

You could focus on horse performance, equine nutrition or take an active role in the planning and organisation of successful events and competitions. Alternatively, you might choose to delve deeper into business through accounting and commercial decision-making, or explore the vibrant equine sport and hospitality sector.

Whatever route you choose, you’ll be able to apply the key principles of successful business on a campus brimming with commercial opportunities. Alongside your studies you’ll have the opportunity to experience a behind-the-scenes taste of equine business. Students gain experience at our regular international and national equine competitions and events, as well as in our commercial equine therapy and rider performance centres.

If you’re interested in studying abroad, you’ll have the opportunity to study a semester of your degree at an overseas institution. You’ll also have the opportunity to complete an industry-recognised Chartered Institute of Marketing qualification to enhance your learning.

Course Modules

Our modules are developed regularly to reflect student and industry demands, ensuring you’re well prepared to enter skilled employment on graduation. The majority of courses are comprised of both compulsory and optional modules, the latter of which you'll be able to choose from to suit your interests and career goals. Most courses also include work placement learning, to help you gain essential experience for your future. Modules include: Equestrian Project Management, Professional Development and Influence, Equine Structure and Function, Equine Industry, Understanding the Business and Economic Environment, Equestrian Media Relations, Understanding Business and Financial Information, Introduction to the Principles of Marketing, Professional Placement Experience, Equestrian Research in Professional Practice, Dissertation, Sales, Negotiation and Customer Service, Sustainability and Global Responsibility within the Equestrian Sector, Creating Content for Equestrian Media Platforms. Modules are sometimes subject to change. Optional modules change each year - you can attend introductory sessions before deciding which ones to study.