BA (Hons) Business Management (Human Resource Management)
This online BA (Hons) Business Management (Human Resource Management) degree explores how people practices contribute to organisational performance. It combines human resource management with wider business subjects, including finance, marketing, data analytics, innovation and governance. It may suit adults returning to study who are interested in HR, recruitment, training, people management or general business roles.
About this course
This online Business Management degree combines broad business knowledge with a focus on human resource management. It is suited to students who want to understand how organisations recruit, develop, support and retain people while also learning how marketing, finance, data and operations inform management decisions.
You will consider people management in the context of organisational culture, high-performance teams, resourcing, talent management, reward and performance. The course also develops an understanding of people analytics, helping you use workforce information to support planning and decision-making.
Alongside the HR specialism, you will study key areas of business including finance, marketing, sales, digital and social media marketing, governance, law, ethics, innovation and business transformation. An independent study and a business simulation provide opportunities to apply your learning to business scenarios involving marketing, sales, finance, people, product development, operations and supply chains.
The course is available online over three years full-time, or through a flexible study route taking three years or longer.
What you will study
Topics include:
• Digital skills and professional development • The contemporary business environment • Marketing dynamics and digital and social media marketing • Business finance, sales management and data analytics • People management, resourcing and talent management • People analytics, future leaders, reward and performance • Technology, innovation, entrepreneurship and business start-up • Business transformation • Corporate governance, law and ethics • Independent study
You will also take part in a business simulation covering marketing, sales, finance, people, product development, operations and supply chain management.
Modules
Level 4
- Digital Skills & Professional Development
- Contemporary Business Environment
- Marketing Dynamics
- Introduction to Business Finance
- People Management
- Technology & Innovation
Level 5
- Data Analytics & Management
- Business Start-up
- Sales Management
- Digital & Social Media Marketing
- Resourcing & Talent Management
- People Analytics
Level 6
- Business Transformation
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Corporate Governance, Law & Ethics
- Independent Study
- Future Leaders & Talent Management
- Reward & Performance
Assessment
Assessment may include individual reports, case study analyses, group presentations and independent assignments. You may also complete practical formats such as podcasts, videos, infographics, consultancy reports, campaigns, posters, interviews and debate sessions.
Entry requirements
Applicants normally need two GCE A-level subjects or an equivalent qualification, plus GCSE passes at grade C or above in three subjects, or equivalent qualifications.
Applicants with at least two years of relevant work experience may be considered. This route requires a personal statement, references and evidence of previous work experience.
English language requirements
IELTS 6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5; or TOEFL iBT 80.
Evidence of previous study in English may also be accepted, such as a letter confirming that English was the medium of instruction.
Careers
This course may support progression into people-focused business roles such as Human Resources Manager, Human Resources Consultant, Recruitment Consultant, Training and Development Officer, Careers Adviser or Office Manager. It may also be relevant for those planning to move into general management or start a business.
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