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Business Management and Sustainability

Study level:
Undergraduate
Awarded by:
University of Staffordshire

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Study mode:
Full-time
Qualification:
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Duration:
3 Years
Start date:
09/2024
Campus:
CECOS College Birmingham
This course takes place at
CECOS College Birmingham
2024
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Course summary

Become a responsible leader of global business.

Do you want to be at the forefront of modern enterprise? Our BA (Hons) Business Management and Sustainability course challenges the traditional interpretations of enterprise and will open your mind to a broad range of contemporary themes in business. Our emphasis on ethical business and sustainability will position you to create long-lasting value for your organisation and you will learn the practical skills needed to become a responsible business leader.

For our business courses at Staffordshire University, we provide a streamlined teaching method, allowing you to focus on one module at a time. To allow true immersion in each stage of your learning, you will study one topic over a five-week period and receive your results before starting the next module. Our approach focuses on individual skills and will develop your expertise as an independent learner and problem solver, preparing you for a fast-paced, focused career in business.

On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: BA (Hons) Business Management and Sustainability.

Students will also graduate with a CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership.

Modules

"CECOS College Modules
Year 1:The Future of Work (20 credits), Global Challenges and Opportunities (20 credits), Data and Decision Making (20 credits), Risk and Reward, (20 credits), Balance of Power, (20 credits), Social Enterprise, (20 credits)

Year 2: The Business of Doing Good, (20 credits), Governance and Climate Change (20 credits), Business Creativity and Innovation
(20 credits), Sustainable Business Development, (20 credits) 2x optional modules, Social Media Strategy (20 Credits) and Enterprise in Practice (20 Credits)

Year 3: Innovative Change Management, (20 credits), Leadership Strategy and Social Impact, (20 credits). Consultancy Project (40 credits) plus 2x optional modules, Entrepreneurial Strategy (20 credits) and Corporate Reputation (20 credits). "

Assessment method

Assessment methods depend on the modules you will be studying. The primary methods of assessment are coursework and evaluative assignments, digital portfolio development, in-class tests, presentations (both individual and group) and examinations. Most modules include a Tutorial Assessment, which carries a weighting of around 10% and your attendance and participation in class will be reflected in the awarded mark.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Chartered Management Institute

You can no longer submit a new application for courses starting in 2024.

If you already have a 2024 application and are in Clearing, you can add this course as a Clearing choice – contact the university or college first to check they have places.

This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.

Apply by
31 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
N243
Institution code:
S72
Campus name:
CECOS College Birmingham
Campus Code:
B
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

You can no longer submit a new application for courses starting in 2024.

If you already have a 2024 application and are in Clearing, you can add this course as a Clearing choice – contact the university or college first to check they have places.

Apply by
31 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
N243
Institution code:
S72
Campus name:
CECOS College Birmingham
Campus Code:
B

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 96 points

We welcome a wide range of qualifications and qualification combinations. We assess each application individually, taking in to account any experience and skills you may have in your chosen field. Don't worry if you can't see your specific qualification listed, just contact our team of experts on 01782 294400 or email us at enquiries@staffs.ac.uk for further advice

A level - CCC

Other A Level combinations are possible to achieve 112 points

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM

Access to HE Diploma

Pass Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 80 UCAS points.

Scottish Higher

Achieve a minimum of 112 tariff points achieved from either five Highers or a combination of two Highers offered with two Advanced Highers. Where only Highers have been taken a minimum of (CCCCC) is required.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - MMM

T Level - Pass (C and above)

Eligible T Level applications will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of P (A*-C) or Higher Pass as a condition of offer.

Historical entry grades data

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9250Year 1
Northern Ireland£9250Year 1
Scotland£9250Year 1
Wales£9250Year 1
Channel Islands£9250Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

For further details of what is and is not included in your tuition fees please visit www.staffs.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees/

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