BA (Hons) in Business

General information

Please note that for full-time higher education courses you must apply through UCAS - unfortunately the College cannot accept online applications for HE courses.

The degree is designed to prepare people for active participation in the management of business. It includes building a wide range of personal skills and the experience demanded by employers. Studying for a higher education award in business will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to establish a career in business. BA (Hons) Business is a full-time programme offered in partnership with the University of Greenwich (UoG). It is a three year programme, with the first two years of study taking place at Bromley College and the final year at the University of Greenwich's own Maritime campus.

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Course content

Year 1

• Personal & Professional Development (Business) (15 credits)
• Introduction to Business Processes (30 credits)
• Business Planning and Development (30 credits)
• Organisational Behaviour: Managing the Performance of Individuals (15 credits)
• Context and Regulatory Framework of Business (30 credits)

Year 2

• Career Development (15 credits)
• Project Management (15 credits)
• Value Chain Management (30 credits)
• Management and Information Systems (15 credits)
• Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship (15 credits)
• Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility (15 credits)
• Organisational Behaviour: Managing Groups and Teams (15 credits)

Year 3

• Advanced Project Management (15 credits)
• Managing Strategy (30 credits)
• Sustainable Business Development (15 credits)
• Thematic Independent Study OR Consultancy Project (30 credits)

Options 30 credits from:

• Small Business Development (30 credits)
• Innovation in Action (15 credits)
• International Business Management (30 credits)
• Contemporary Issues in Management (15 credits)
• E-Business (15 Credits)
• Contemporary Issues in Marketing (30 credits)

Teaching and assessment

Learning consists of a blend of lectures, group work, discussions and individual study. The syllabus has a theoretical basis combined with contextual analysis. Students make a significant contribution from their individual experiences.

Entry requirements

160 UCAS points from at least 2 A levels or equivalent and five GCSEs grades A*-C including English and maths. Mature applicants, without the normal entry requirements, are encouraged to apply and will be accepted if there is evidence of their ability to succeed.

Progression

A good BA (Hons) Business award enables students to continue their studies towards a Masters degree or membership of professional institutions in areas such as Marketing (CIM) and Human Resources (CIPD).