BSc (Hons) Business and Entrepreneurship*

Standard offer: 112 UCAS Tariff points

The course offers a blend of classroom learning and hands-on experiences, where you will participate in experiential learning labs, hackathons, and interactive workshops. These activities are designed to develop creative and innovative thinking by immersing you in real-world business challenges, from sustainable entrepreneurship to managerial simulations and design thinking exercises. Assessment reflects the experiential learning model and will include practical projects, business simulations, case studies, and collaborative group work, all of which are designed to test your ability to apply knowledge in practical, meaningful ways.

Gain a comprehensive understanding of entrepreneurship concepts, theories, and models, and their application in creating and managing sustainable business ventures.

Be able to analyse the complexities of the global business environment, including market dynamics, economic trends, and the impact of digital transformation on business practices.

Learn to evaluate the principles of sustainability and corporate social responsibility, and their integration into business strategies to achieve long-term value creation.

Be able to apply processes of innovation and creativity in business development, including how to foster an innovative culture within organisations and bring new products or services to market.

Develop an understanding of strategic planning, growth management, and scaling strategies for businesses, including how to effectively manage resources and navigate the challenges of business expansion.

Apply problem-solving and decision-making skills to address complex business challenges, using a blend of analytical and creative approaches.

Practise leading and working effectively within diverse teams, using entrepreneurial leadership skills to inspire, manage, and collaborate with others to achieve shared business goals.

Utilise practical business skills such as project management, risk management, business planning, and financial analysis, in real-world scenarios, including the creation of new ventures and consultancy projects.

Demonstrate high-level communication skills, in written, verbal, and non-verbal dimensions and develop effective networking strategies to build and maintain professional relationships within the business ecosystem.

Demonstrate adaptability and resilience in response to the fast-paced and often unpredictable nature of the business environment, developing the ability to pivot and persevere in the face of challenges.

Successful graduates from this course can progress on to a range of career options including entrepreneurship, intrapreneurship, consultancy, business development, and digital transformation.