Business and Management

Overview
Studying BA (Hons) Business and Management at the University of Portsmouth London campus means that you will be studying at a TEF Gold Rated University and a Top 5 Young University* in one of the best connected and affordable London Boroughs in London (Walthamstow). We offer you an industry based degree that is designed to give you unique career opportunities.

What is completely different and unique about this degree is that your timetable is fixed from day one of your study until when you graduate and it will never change, so you will know exactly which afternoons or mornings of the week you are expected to attend. So, you can plan your life, work and studies accordingly.

The Open Days at the London Campus vary to those held in Portsmouth. For more information and to book, please visit our website - https://london.port.ac.uk/events

Located in the vibrant heart of Walthamstow, our campus is less than a minute’s walk from both the tube and bus stations, offering unparalleled access to all of London.

The course offers:

• Guest talks and networking sessions with influential leaders across various industries.

• Scenario planning for real businesses, tackling current trends and issues impacting the industry right now.

• Field trips that enhance your understanding and let you put theory into action.

• Support to build a professional portfolio that showcases your skills and achievements. You’ll also get guidance on crafting and presenting pitches to employers and industry experts, so you’re prepared to stand out in the job market.

• The chance to engage directly with real companies, learning about their challenges, applying theories in live projects, and even shaping how these businesses think and operate.

Our block teaching approach and smaller class sizes mean you’ll focus on one subject at a time, with ample one-on-one support from academics. This more personalised learning experience ensures you get the most out of each module.

*Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024

Year 1

Core modules in this year include:

• Business Accounting – 20 credits
• Business Operations and Systems Management – 20 credits
• Introduction to Business Analytics – 20 credits
• Managing People in Organisations – 20 credits
• Marketing Principles and Practice – 20 credits
• Professional and Academic Skills For Success – 20 credits

There are no optional modules in this year.

Year 2

Core modules in this year include:

• Employability, Research Professional Development – 20 credits
• Leadership, Ethics, Governance and Sustainability – 20 credits
• Business Venturing – 20 credits
• Business Analysis and Decision Making – 20 credits
• International Business – 20 credits

Optional modules in this year include:

• Managing Product Portfolios - 20 credits
• People Resourcing and Talent Management - 20 credits

Year 3

Core modules in this year include:

• Cross Cultural Awareness – 20 credits
• Transformative Marketing – 20 credits
• Developing your Research Skills – 20 credits
• Independent Study Project – 20 credits
• Strategic Management – 20 credits

Optional modules in this year include:

• Responsible and Sustainable Business - 20 credits
• Business Improvement and Creativity - 20 credits
• International Financial Management - 120 credits

Changes to course content
We use the best and most current research and professional practice alongside feedback from our students to make sure course content is relevant to your future career or further studies.

Therefore, some course content may change over time to reflect changes in the discipline or industry. If a module doesn't run, we'll let you know as soon as possible and help you choose an alternative module.

Your assessment will depend on which modules you take. Assessment methods are likely to include:

• written reports
• oral presentations
• portfolios
• exams
• dissertation