Introduction

Become a world-class manager by achieving an internationally-recognised business management degree
In today's increasingly competitive corporate world, leading enterprises demand people with demonstrable management skills and abilities. Knowledge and skills in accounting, management, marketing, human resource management, technology, and many other elements are vital for these organisations to maintain their competitive edge.

By studying this degree at EThames Graduate School, you will be equipped with the business management skills and tools to succeed in this competitive business environment. Our courses offer a stimulating learning experience and prepare students for a wide range of careers in both private and public organisations. Students also have the opportunity to progress onto an Edexcel BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership or a Master of Business Administration awarded by the University of Sunderland.

About the Course
This course is structured to enable students to learn the essentials of business management, equipping them with the necessary skills to manage people, money, resources and customers in varying business environments. Students will use real case studies to critically evaluate business models and concepts and apply them to real-world situations. They will be shown what is needed to succeed in business and will be taught strategy-oriented thinking and planning.

Upon completion of this degree, students will have the knowledge and ability to work in a wide range of career fields including administration, personnel, marketing, finance, law, purchasing and management, in any business sector.

Course Structure

Terms 1 & 2 (Taught at EThames Graduate School in India)

• Course Essentials
• Marketing
• Managing Financial Resources and Decisions
• Organisations and Behaviour
• Business Environment
• Working with and Leading People
• Research Project
• Common Law
• Business Decision Making
• Business Strategy
• Marketing Planning
• Human Resource Management
• Managing Professional Development
• Project Management
• Advertising and Promotion
• Quality Management
• Operations Management

On completion of all of the above 16 units and our Course Essentials classes, students will be awarded the Edexcel BTEC Level 5 HND in Business Management qualification.

Term 3 (Taught at EThames Graduate School in London) Or University of Sunderland

• Financial Management
• Strategic Management
• Strategic Management of Human Resources
• Contemporary Developments in Business Management
• Marketing Strategy
• Managing Projects

On successful completion of all of the above modules, students will receive the BA (Hons) in Business Management awarded by the University of Sunderland.

* Course units are subject to change

Entry Requirements

To be granted admission onto this degree course, you must have:

• CBSE/ICSE/State Board Class XII with aggrigate of 50% or more -
• 'A' level standard or equivalent (e.g. 12 years of education)
• A UK NQF/QCF Level 3 qualification; or
• Be a mature-age student (over 21) with suitable work experience

All applicants must be at least 18 years old.

In addition, a minimum of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent is required where English is not your first language. Applications from students with an IELTS score of less than 5.5 will be considered, providing they have achieved a minimum of B1 in all four components – reading, writing, speaking and listening. Students in this category will be required to take pre-sessional English (at an additional cost) prior to commencing their academic studies.

Assessment

Assessment is by a combination of coursework, assignments, case reviews, planning exercises and examinations. All assessments are externally validated and all units must be passed to gain this qualification.

Further Study Options

On successful completion of the BA (Hons) Business Management, students can go on to study the Edexcel BTEC Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership at either our India campus or London campuses.

Students may also be eligible for admission to the Master of Business Administration awarded by the University of Sunderland if they have gained significant work experience. This course is only taught at our London campuses.

Career Prospects

Graduates can find employment in a variety of business- and management-related jobs in all business sectors. Typically graduates find careers in administration, HR, marketing, finance, law, purchasing and management.

Useful Information

Duration: 30 months
Intakes: March/July/September/December
Course Level: Bachelors
Awarding Body: University Sunderland
Place of Study: Years 1 and 2 – EThames Graduate School in India
                      Term  3 and 4 – EThames Graduate School in London