Business Management and Sustainability
Staffordshire University
UCAS Code: N243 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
Other A Level combinations are possible to achieve 112 points
Pass Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 80 UCAS points.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
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.
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.
UCAS Tariff
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About this course
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
Year 1 Compulsory Modules: The Future of Work, Data and Decision Making, Global Challenges and Opportunities, Risk and Reward, Social Enterprise and The Balance of Power.
Year 2 Compulsory Modules: The Business of Doing Good, Governance and Climate Change, Sustainable Business Development and Business Creativity and Innovation
Year 3 Compulsory Modules: Leadership Strategy and Social Impact, Innovative Change Management, Applied Consultancy Project
Assessment methods
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.
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