There are plenty of reasons to study a Business-related degree here at BCU. Find out the top five reasons that make our courses worth studying!
1. Accredited courses
Our Business courses are accredited with well known bodies such as the Chartered Association of Business Schools and the Chartered Management Institute to name a few.
For those interested in Events Management or Marketing, we're also accredited by the Association of Event Venues and Association for Events Management Education.
Studying a degree that has been accredited by professional bodies ensures that you are getting the highest quality teaching and standards on your course. It ensures the level of teaching is in line with industry standards and that you will graduate equipped with the correct knowledge and skills to be able to work in the industry. An accredited course also stands out to potential employers.
2. Work with big named businesses
All of our courses have a professional focus and encourage real world experience, ensuring you are equipped to make an immediate impact in your career.
Our Business students work with local, national and international businesses to enhance their learning through placements, workshops, live briefs and guest lectures from industry professionals. Learning in a hands on environment and from professionals that have a wealth of knowledge allows you to be as prepared as possible once you leave university.
Students have worked with businesses such as Lounge Underwear, the NEC Group and Eden Hotel Collection. Marketing students also have access to work at the Link Marketing Agency, BCU's on-site marketing agency run by students.
3. Based in the city centre
Both our City Trading Room and Marketing Link Agency mirror facilities you'll find in your future career, with cutting edge software that professionals are using right now. Make the most of them during your time at university!
4. Active researchers
Our Business courses have a long and successful history in the field of business research. We have one of the most diverse business research degree portfolios in the country.
There are a number of key themes underpinning research:
- Work, Organisation and Leadership Dynamics
- Economics, Finance and Trade
- Strategy, Operations and Logistics
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Business and Management Pedagogy
We work closely with all kinds of companies to produce collaborative and bespoke research projects and engage in knowledge transfer partnerships (KTPs) throughout the UK and beyond. All of our research feeds back into our innovative undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, industry short courses and conference events to keep our knowledge and working practices truly cutting edge.
5. A thriving student life
Studying in Birmingham offers you the chance to live and work in the youngest major city in Europe with world-class restaurants, entertainment and shops. Birmingham is home to more than one million people from a range of different cultures and ethnic groups, 40 per cent of this population is 25 and younger.