Updated on: 24-02-2026 A broad overview of human resource management developing your knowledge of human resource management processes and practices, for example, recruitment selection, performance management and training and development. You will also develop a range of skills including team working, conflict resolution and leadership
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Updated on: 24-02-2026 During this module you will develop the art of idea formation, hone your creativity skills, and enhance your critical thinking. Start the module with 100 business ideas and finish with your top ten
Updated on: 14-12-2024 This module introduces the basics of business and management. It covers the nature of enterprise, its role in economic activity, and the fundamentals of planning, marketing, and control.
Updated on: 14-12-2024 This module introduces students to the core principles of marketing. It covers key concepts such as market research, segmentation, targeting, positioning, and the marketing mix (4Ps: Product, Price, Place, Promotion).
Updated on: 14-12-2024 This module focuses on developing skills in academic writing, research, critical thinking, study techniques, and presentation.
Updated on: 25-01-2025 This module introduces students to the basics of financial and managerial accounting. It covers key concepts such as financial statements, double-entry bookkeeping, budgeting, and financial analysis.
Updated on: 25-01-2025 This module introduces students to the key principles of managing individuals and teams within organisations. It covers topics such as human resource practices, organisational behaviour, leadership, and communication skills.
Updated on: 25-01-2025
Updated on: 14-12-2024 This module looks at how historical and contemporary theories of leadership and management have evolved from focusing on inherent traits and behaviours to emphasising transformational and servant leadership. Key personal qualities for effective leadership and management include emotional intelligence, adaptability, communication skills, integrity, and vision.
Updated on: 14-12-2024 In this module, students apply theoretical knowledge by either starting their own business or completing a placement with an employer. The course covers the rationale and process of business planning, the formulation of an individual business plan for their own idea or that of their placement provider, and pitching their business idea or the placement providers idea.
Updated on: 14-12-2024 In this module, students will explore global and national business challenges. You will be examining the global policy environment, focusing on sustainability, technology, and international relations. It also involves critically evaluating global and national factors affecting business start-ups in the UK, and identifying regional business issues in the Southwest and their impact on start-up rates and business growth.
Updated on: 14-12-2024 In this module you will reflect on their learning journey throughout the degree and create a portfolio detailing their achievements. The module involves a critical evaluation of learning theories, particularly entrepreneurial learning theory, a review of individual skills and resources matched to the knowledge, skills, and experience gained during the degree, and the production of a Business Portfolio that outlines their business knowledge, skills, and experience.
Updated on: 14-12-2024 Carried out over the academic year, this is an individual research on a business-related topic of your choice. It includes formulating a research question and designing the research process, conducting a literature review, collecting and analysing data, and producing a dissertation.
Updated on: 23-01-2026 Carried out over the academic year, this is an individual research on a business-related topic of your choice. It includes formulating a research question and designing the research process, conducting a literature review, collecting and analysing data, and producing a dissertation.
Students will explore the theory and practice of leadership and management by examining both historical and contemporary theories in these fields. They will analyse case studies of leaders and managers to gain practical insights and assess their personal leadership and management qualities to enhance their understanding and application of effective practices.
During this module students will put theory into practice either through setting up and running their own business for the Semester or undertaking a placement with an employer, content will include the rationale for and process of business planning, formulation of an individual business plan either for own idea or placement provider, reflecting on the cumulative experience on planning and executing the business plan.
Updated on: 26-02-2026 Carried out over the academic year, this is an individual research on a business-related topic of your choice. It includes formulating a research question and designing the research process, conducting a literature review, collecting and analysing data, and producing a dissertation.
