Business Management (In-Company), BA (Hons)

Combine learning with industry experience and career development, through this unique, three-year business management course, that offers two years in-company experience.

100% of our students said that they were satisfied with the BA (Hons) Business Management course (National Student Survey, 2013).

100% of graduates who studied BA (Hons) Management are employed or engaged in further study six months after leaving (DLHE survey 2011/2012).

Developed with leading businesses, this course is rich in practical experience. While most courses offer a year’s work experience, the innovative two-year opportunity to work in a company is designed to give you a clear advantage over other graduates.

Why choose this course?

The course is suited to students who are motivated and have a passion for a career in business. It is very demanding, so you will need to be good at time management to balance working and studying.

The taught elements of the course will enhance your business knowledge, whilst the two year placement allows students to apply their knowledge and skills in a practical setting. Both will make you highly employable.

Your placement company will cover your tuition fees during Year Two and Year Three. They will also pay you a bursary to cover living expenses. Placement companies that have sponsored the course previously include:

• Rolls-Royce
• Tesco
• McDonalds
• Barclays
• Toyota.

This course provides a fantastic opportunity for students, as many tend to progress quicker and graduate with less debt.

Students have been extremely successful at graduation, with 100% securing employment or deciding to undertake further study*. Many of our students stay on with their placement companies after graduation, securing well-paid positions.

*of those available for work, DHLE 2009 / 10

What our students say

"It's a unique opportunity – and the experience gained on this course is much more valuable than a degree from many other universities."

Penni Gibbons, BA (Hons) Business Management (In-company)

Want to know more?

To find out more information on BA (Hons) Business Management (In-Company) you can request a course brochure and also watch the BABM promotional film. We also recommend you attend an open day to find out more about our courses and experience NTU for yourself. Can't make the open day? Take a virtual tour instead.

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UCAS code

• N200 BA/BM

97% of students agreed that staff are good at explaining things (National Student Survey 2013).

100% of students agreed that the course is well organised and running smoothly (National Student Survey 2013).

Start date: September 2014

You will only be a full-time student during Year One. Years Two and Three are spent working full-time and studying. The academic content during this time will be delivered in study blocks lasting three weeks, for which you will return to Nottingham Business School twice a year.

What will I study?

Year One - Full-time study at Nottingham Business School

The first year of the course is full-time at Nottingham Business School and provides a thorough grounding in personal / professional skills and business disciplines. During the year you will:

• Spend time developing and running real projects
• Develop your understanding of the business environment and law.
• Gain insights into core business functions and their operations.
• Develop your skills for study and work, and understand recruitment processes and requirements.

Towards the end of this year, students are introduced to the range of companies offering placements for Year Two and Year Three of the course. Progress to Year Two is on merit and depends not only on academic performance, but also on your performance at the company selection event and the subsequent company interview and selection process. The placement process is competitive and ultimately the responsibility for securing a placement will be yours.

Year Two and Three - Learning in the workplace (subject to securing a placement during Year One)

During the second year you will complete the below study blocks.

Global Business Contexts and Markets (study block), which includes:

• Critical Enquiry
• International Business Environment
• Marketing Management.

Business Resources Management (study block), which includes:

• Financial Management
• Human Resource Management
• Information Management.

Your full-time work during the second year will focus on the following aspects.

Comparative Problem Analysis: You will undertake an investigation into a contemporary business issue and report your findings.

Skills and Reflective Development: Alongside developing your business knowledge, you will focus and reflect upon your skills development and report your findings to company and Nottingham Business School mentors.

Year Three (In-Company)

During your final year you will complete the below study blocks.

eBusiness and the Global Supply Chain (study block), which includes:

• Internet technology and the Customer Interface
• Data Information and Knowledge
• The Global Supply Chain.

Strategy for Global Change (study block), which includes:

• Strategic Thinking and Practice
• Organisational Change
• Corporate Strategy
• Strategic Analysis.

While working full-time during your final year you will also complete the following.

A group development project: investigating an issue of strategic importance to your placement organisation and business in a wider context.

Individual research project: you will need to write 12,000 to 15,000 words.

Skills and reflective development: You will further reflect upon your skills development and report your findings to company and Business School mentors.

Contact hours and assessment

Your learning and assessment will reflect the work-based nature of the course. We use a variety of methods including:

• project work
• simulations
• debates and company projects
• consultancy reports and skills portfolios.

You will be taught as a single group meaning you get a lot more tutor attention.

Where will I study?

During Year One, you will attend lectures and seminars at NTU's City site, in the impressive Newton building, home to Nottingham Business School. You will return to Nottingham Business School during the study blocks in your final two years, but will spend the rest of your time at your placement company.

How will I be assessed?

You'll also use our virtual learning environment, NOW which is a flexible web-based system that allows you to have 24-hour access to module learning materials and reading lists. It allows you to discuss work with tutors and other students, and submit coursework electronically from anywhere in the world.

Welcoming students from across the world

The University has a diverse student community, with a significant number of international students choosing to study here from across the world. We provide specialist staff, services and facilities to help you through all stages of being a student. Find out more on our International Students' pages.

View the full course specification
Please note that course specifications may be subject to change

The School is based in the impressive Newton building on NTU's City site. In 2009 the building was involved in a £90 million regeneration project on the site. The Grade II* listed building was transformed into an ultra-modern complex, while maintaining its historic beauty.

Fantastic facilities

• You will enjoy the NBS Link Lounge, a space just for Business School students, located on floor seven of the Newton building.
• Our friendly, experienced careers consultants will work closely with you at every stage of your career planning, providing personal support and advice you won't find in a book or on the Internet. They will be available in the University's Career and Placements Centre.
• You will have access to spacious teaching rooms and lecture theatres.
• You will enjoy variety of social spaces.
• All students have access top £13 million pound Boots Library. 24-hour IT facilities are available on the fourth floor.
• Our Student Services Centre will also be on-hand should you need support.

The location of the City site also means that you have easy access to:

• sports facilities
• shops
• student accommodation
• music venues
• cafes.