Business Technology Keele University

Overview

Throughout the Business Technology, B.Sc degree from Keele University you’ll explore a wide range of technologies and gain hands-on experience of applying them to real-world contexts.

The integration of business operations and the latest technology is creating a complex environment for organisations, driving demand for individuals who have expertise in both areas.  Our Business Technology degree will equip you with cutting-edge skills and knowledge, preparing you to address the technological challenges you may encounter working in areas such as tech companies, financial services and the public sector. 

You’ll discover how technology is impacting and enhancing the business environment and develop your understanding of information systems, cybersecurity management and artificial intelligence. You will explore and apply emerging technologies to enhance operations and gain practical experience of applying your technical skills in everyday business situations.  

Our curriculum has a strong focus on industry collaboration, and you’ll explore the fundamentals of business operations including how businesses are impacted by political, economic, technological and societal factors. Contemporary business practices such as project management techniques are analysed, and you'll explore the complexities of strategic management and how it enables organisations to stay competitive and sustainable.

Practical, career-focused teaching and learning ensures that you can apply the theory you’re learning to real-world scenarios that will build your expertise and confidence. We will also get you thinking about sustainability and business ethics so when you begin work or start your own business you can be a force for good in the world. 

Our built-in Professional and Academic Development Programme spans your entire degree. Designed to fully prepare you for securing a great job or starting a business, you will develop your professional skills, creativity, confidence, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Our aim? To ensure you graduate with clear goals and impressive experiences to show future employers or investors.  You’ll benefit from Keele Business School’s strong industry connections, placement or entrepreneurship opportunities, hands-on practical experiences, and invaluable real-world insights such as through our Global Challenge Pathways.

Career opportunities:

This programme offers numerous opportunities to broaden your knowledge and develop a range of transferable skills that are highly valued by employers, enhancing your future career potential. Your critical thinking skills will be sharper, your communication abilities will have improved, you will have gained knowledge about the fundamentals of business and established an entrepreneurial mindset. By enhancing your skills via our Professional and Academic Development Programme, you will grow in confidence and graduate with the intellectual, professional, and personal resources that will allow you to succeed in careers in a variety of dynamic careers in industry, the public sector or working for yourself.  

Jobs that a graduate of this programme could progress to: 

• Business Analyst 

• Systems Analyst 

• Data Analyst 

• IT Consultant 

• Project Manager 

• Business Development Manager 

• Logistics/Supply Chain Manager 

• Management Consultant 

• Risk Manager 

• Sales Executive