Business and Management

Are you interested in how businesses work and how they can make the world a better place? Our CertHE Business and Management course, at Carmarthen campus, will teach you all about this. You’ll learn about how businesses can help improve society and the environment, not just make money.

In this course, you will study how companies are run, how they fit into the economy, and how they operate in a changing world. You’ll gain skills that are important for a career in business, such as thinking critically, solving problems, being creative, and reflecting on your experiences.

We focus on looking ahead to the future. You’ll learn to think about the impact of your actions and how businesses can change to support a sustainable future. You’ll explore ideas about fairness, ethics, and well-being, and see how these ideas connect to business and management.

By the end of this course, you’ll be ready to make a positive difference in the world, both in your personal life and your professional career. You’ll graduate as a responsible global citizen, equipped to help shape a better, more sustainable future.

You will explore the fundamentals of business and management. You will learn about global business challenges, management approaches and sustainable finance, gaining a strong foundation in each area. You will also develop key skills in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, preparing you for more advanced studies. Focusing on applying your knowledge to real-world scenarios, enhancing your ability to think critically and make informed decisions in a business context.

Global Business Challenges (20 credits)
Financial Management for Business Sustainability (20 credits)
Contemporary Management Approaches (20 credits)
Distinctiveness and Regeneration (20 credits)
Learning and Collaboration for Global Citizenship (20 credits)
Sustainable Enterprise (20 credits)

The BA Business and Management programme is assessed by a combination of innovative and more traditional methods which are designed to develop students’ understanding, problem-solving and creative thinking during their three years of study.

Assessments are closely linked to learning activities, where students build understanding and skills in weekly sessions and are able to learn from formative assessment throughout the programme.

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

• Course does not award QTS