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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Business Management and the Human Resource

University of Leeds

(4.2)
146 reviews

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Business Management and the Human Resource course at University of Leeds.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

A,A,B

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: 8H67

Here's what University of Leeds says about its Business Management and the Human Resource course.

You’ll study your Business Management and the Human Resource degree at our world-renowned?Leeds University Business School. This industry-accredited degree combines strategic business management with a specialist focus on Human Resource Management (HRM), preparing you for a range of exciting management careers.

You'll graduate with eligibility to gain associate membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), an accolade that is highly sought after by graduate employers in the HR sector.

You’ll gain a thorough knowledge of key topics in management and HRM, such as organisational behaviour, industrial relations, business and society, marketing, and the economic environment for businesses.

You can shape your learning through optional pathways or through selecting optional modules in other areas of business management.

This course offers optional pathways from year 2, which allow you to tailor your course to your specific interests or professional aspirations. The pathways provide modules that can be taken in particular areas and can be followed through to your final year. This unique level of personalisation and self-direction provides you with flexibility to meet your career goals, whilst helping you stand out from the crowd when you graduate.

The pathways available on this course are:?

  • Finance

  • Ethics and Sustainability

  • Enterprise and Innovation

Source: University of Leeds

Course details

There are a few options in how you might study Business Management and the Human Resource at University of Leeds.

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3 course options available.

Qualification

Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Department

Leeds University Business School

Location

Main Site | Leeds

Duration

3 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Human resource management

• Management studies

Start date

23 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

University of Leeds reviews

(4.2)
Based on 146 reviews from University of Leeds's students and alumni
5 star
41%
4 star
42%
3 star
14%
2 star
2%
1 star
1%
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3rd year student

The Student Union at the University of Leeds is exceptional. It offers robust support, diverse activities, and represents student interests effectively. From welfare services to inclusive events, the union enhances student life and fosters a sense of community on campus. It's truly a vital resource ...

(5)

1 year ago

3rd year student

University life at the University of Leeds is vibrant and diverse, offering state-of-the-art facilities, a rich community, and numerous opportunities for academic and personal growth. With a wide range of clubs, societies, and events, students can engage in various activities and build lifelong conn...

(5)

1 year ago

3rd year student

the university offers various support services, including financial aid advice and budgeting assistance, to help students manage their expenses effectively.

(5)

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3rd year student

From counseling and mental health resources to career guidance and academic assistance, students have access to comprehensive support throughout their university journey. The university also provides various student-led initiatives and programs aimed at fostering inclusivity and community engagement...

(5)

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3rd year student

The faculty at the University of Leeds, especially within the International Relations department, is exceptionally knowledgeable and supportive. They are passionate about teaching and go the extra mile to ensure students understand complex concepts. Approachable and dedicated, they inspire students ...

(5)

1 year ago

3rd year student

The diverse academic programs in international relations have provided me with valuable insights into global affairs and diplomatic relations. The faculty members, with their expertise and guidance, have been instrumental in shaping my understanding of complex geopolitical issues.

(5)

1 year ago

National Student Survey (NSS) scores

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

The Business Management and the Human Resource course at University of Leeds features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni

Management studies
Human resource management

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

79%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

92%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

77%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

76%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

84%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

85%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

75%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

82%

low

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

83%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

80%

low

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

82%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

59%

low

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

81%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

79%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

87%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

88%

med

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

89%

med

How well organised is your course?

89%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

83%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

92%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

89%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

70%

med

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

88%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

82%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

80%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

88%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

77%

low

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

76%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

96%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

92%

high

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

92%

high

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

94%

high

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

88%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

76%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

84%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

88%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

84%

med

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

86%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

71%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

76%

low

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

82%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

92%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

96%

high

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

92%

high

How well organised is your course?

94%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

83%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

96%

high

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

96%

high

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

88%

high

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

90%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

90%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

87%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

92%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

85%

med

Student information

The Business Management and the Human Resource course at University of Leeds features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.

Management studies
Human resource management
Mode of study
Full-time100%
Gender ratio
Female63%Male37%
Where students come from
International33%UK67%
Student performance
2:1 or above91%
Number of students135
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
Business StudiesA
EconomicsA
GeographyA
PsychologyB
BiologyB
Mode of study
Full-time97%Part-time3%
Gender ratio
Female50%Male50%
Where students come from
International39%UK61%
Student performance
2:1 or above88%
Number of students1,150
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
Business StudiesA
EconomicsA
PsychologyA
GeographyA
MathematicsA
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

The Business Management and the Human Resource course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about University of Leeds graduates across each of those subject areas.

Management studies
Human resource management

Graduate statistics

81%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

70%

Say it fits with future plans

70%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

36%

Business and public service associate professionals

9%

Finance Professionals

8%

Managers, directors and senior officials

7%

Business, Research and Administrative Professionals

Graduate statistics

90%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

90%

Say it fits with future plans

85%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

75%

Business and public service associate professionals

10%

Administrative occupations

10%

Managers, directors and senior officials

10%

Science, engineering and technology associate professionals

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of Leeds graduates who took Business Management and the Human Resource - or another course in the same subject area.

Business and management

Earnings

£29.2k

First year after graduation

£37.6k

Third year after graduation

£44.5k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Business Management and the Human Resource.

Source: LEO

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree

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