Business Management with Economics and Placement Year (Hons) University of Brighton

Overview

Along with a foundation in business and management this course equips you in the use of economic techniques to analyse markets, evaluate strategy and forecast business outcomes. You can also choose to explore areas including financial markets, business ethics, game theory and behavioural economics. 

First year core modules give you a broad understanding of business principles. Core modules explore economics, marketing, HR, organizational behaviour and finance.

From your second year, the required modules you take determine the degree title you will graduate with.

During your placement year you will also complete a business project. This project is an assessed part of your degree and, depending on the topic you choose, could also provide a valuable piece of insight for your placement employer.

Required modules focus on strategy and management. Option modules give you the freedom to explore a diverse range of topics related both t.ith Economics and Placement Year (Hons) is offered by  University of Brighton

Career prospects 

Throughout the course you will develop confidence and expertise in analysis, business communication, teamwork, and transferable skills in preparing briefs, plans and reports, presenting, budgeting and evaluation.

Employers are involved throughout the degree programme to ensure we’re helping you to develop the skills they’re looking for. Businesses work with us on guest lectures, placement opportunities and with live project briefs – where students present solutions to a group of employers.

Outside of your course, our Careers Service is here to support you as you discover (and re-discover) your strengths and what matters to you. 

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute. All students successfully completing a three-year Business Management route, and who have passed the qualifying modules, will have completed the study required for the Chartered Management Institute’s Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership.