Business Management (Accelerated)

Build a sound understanding of management practices, and the skills and connections you need to launch your business career.

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of business operations and management strategies. You'll cover topics like business strategy, leadership and decision-making to develop practical skills like problem-solving to prepare you for roles in various industries.

There’s a focus on advanced management training too. Our training is professionally accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), giving you a competitive advantage in the jobs market.

This course is also available by distance learning.

Why ARU?

• Study for a degree that's professionally accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI)

• Develop the ability to work, manage and lead in a variety of team settings

• Learn to think critically and strategically to make informed decisions

• Experience practical learning with live projects, interdisciplinary team collaborations, and real-world exposure

• Become a well-rounded, versatile manager by exploring multiple disciplines, including marketing and finance

• Develop fundamental management skills that improve your employability

Course Modules

Study an accelerated degree over 2 years. You’ll study the same modules as the standard BSc (Hons) degree, but sometimes in different years and/or in a different order.

• Principles of Digital Marketing (30 credits)

• How to do Business (30 credits)

• Financial Environment and Analysis (15 credits)

• International Business and Market Dynamics (15 credits)

• Organisational Behaviour and AI (Future of Work) (30 credits)

• Data Analytics and AI in Business (15 credits)

• International Operations and Supply Chain Management (30 credits)

• Elevate 2: Entrepreneurship and Consultancy (30 credits)

• Ruskin Module (15 credits)

• Financial Management (30 credits) *

• Understanding the Consumer *

• Sustainability and Responsible Business (30 credits)

• Undergraduate Major Project (30 credits)

• Strategic Management (30 credits)

• Employment Law and Relations (30 credits) *

• International Intercultural Management (30 credits) *

You can expect an interesting mix of coursework, essays, exams and activity-based assignments. Your coursework could include problem-solving activities, consultancy projects, presentations and group or individual reports. You'll also be able to access support materials supported by materials accessed through our learning management system (Canvas).

All assessment is designed to allow you to demonstrate what you’ve learned, and to make sure you’re developing the knowledge and skills you need to complete the course.

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

• Chartered Management Institute