Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business Management University of Winchester, UK

Gain knowledge of business organisations and their operations within a changing international environment by exploring a broad range of topics from finance and economics, marketing and global operations, to supply chain management, international communications and strategic leadership. You will appreciate the moral and ethical responsibilities of business and how to work within a sustainable global economy,

Here at Winchester, we give you the flexibility to pursue your passions and career aspirations by selecting your own journey through a range of engaging business disciplines. Depending on the optional modules you choose, you may graduate with a specialism in Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Project Management, Finance, or Marketing. You will also have the opportunity to attend occasional field trips during the course.

A Personal Development Plan (PDP) is embedded into each year of study and will enhance your academic, personal and professional growth. Your PDP will set your agreed goals which could be  developing your soft skills such as communication, teamwork and leadership; creating a roadmap to support your career aspirations, for example identifying internships and work experience; or planning out your opportunities for networking. Your PDP ensures you will receive continuous support tailored to your individual needs to enhance both your academic performance and career readiness.

We tend to favour workshop-style sessions over lectures and you will have the opportunity to apply cutting-edge knowledge and skills to real life scenarios. Live briefs, simulations, role play and live case studies will be used to recreate workplace conditions.

Before moving on to your final year, you may choose to spend an industry placement year in a business relevant to your ambitions, increasing your professional confidence and employability.

In your final year, you have the option to complete a dissertation, undertake a consultancy project or work placement, or launch a start-up.