Business Management

Master the 360 business world with our flexible Business Management degree

At SMU, our Business Management course is designed for practical, ambitious individuals ready to make a real impact in the workplace. Our focus on ethical standards and working with third-sector organisations helps you develop as a thoughtful, forward-thinking leader. And with small class sizes, you’ll be truly valued. Our high employability shows this is an approach that works.

Practical skills that boost employability

This course is designed by industry professionals who know employers seek graduates who can apply ideas to practical situations, are confident with the latest technological and digital developments, and maintain the best professional management and ethical standards.

You’ll be assessed on real-world projects, business cases, presentations and simulated exercises (rather than exams) so you’ll have plenty of extra experience for your CV. As you explore our wide range of specialist modules, you’ll:

• earn exemptions and professional accreditations

• complete short courses on Excel and Canva.

We’ll help you find a work placement that complements your goals. You’ll:

• apply knowledge and skills to the real world

• gain crucial experience and confidence

• build your network.

So you’re always building on your employability and can join the 96% of SMU graduates in employment, vocation, or further study within 15 months of graduation (HESA, 2024).

Modules to match your passions

Our wide mix of optional modules across finance, business law, marketing and digital business help you discover what makes you, and businesses, tick. You can focus on contemporary approaches and critical skills in your first year, and then specialise in areas like management consultancy and digital business.
Learn how to:

• manage people, and how to organise for success

• manage the long-term future of a business by studying changes in societies, markets, finances, economies, technology, political intervention and legal or ethical requirements

• develop and implement strategies to meet business requirements with in-depth research projects investigating the different choices your business needs to make.

Gain:

• managerial experience during one of several work placements offered throughout the programme

• professional accreditation and certificate exemptions with professional bodies like CMI, CIMA and CIM.

Get inspired by industry experts

Our courses are designed and taught by industry professionals with decades of experience, and connections with business leaders who share their insight with our students. Course Lead, Kofi Amegashie, has 30+ years of international business experience across Chevron, Shell, World Bank, Alexander Forbes, and more.

You’ll have plenty of time with tutors: nine contact hours a week, plus one-to-one sessions whenever you need. We’re here for you and want you to succeed.

You'll also build your industry knowledge through our visiting professionals and experts sharing their stories and advice.

Build experience through employability events

Take part in events designed to develop your skills and give you valuable practical experience – our Business Clinic Marketing Hackathon creates real-life challenges where you pitch your proposal to expert judges. Put into practice the knowledge and skills you gain, collaborate, and develop your presentation skills.

Build up your confidence and CV, to set you apart after graduation.

"Our academics are really helpful and always on hand when help is needed, both in lectures and tutorials."

• Lauren, Business student

Why St Mary’s University (SMU)?
You will gain skills and support to make a positive impact – for yourself and for others – through high-quality teaching, real-world experience, and a community that lifts each other up. Our campus is a London oasis – blending city energy with open green spaces to think, connect, and grow.