Business Management and Food and Nutritional Sciences (Hons) Liverpool Hope University

Overview

The Business Management and Food and Nutritional Sciences (Hons) at Liverpool Hope University provides a multidisciplinary education that bridges the gap between commercial expertise and health sciences. This combined honours degree is designed for those who wish to understand the complexities of the global business environment alongside the scientific principles of human nutrition. Students benefit from a balanced curriculum that prepares them for diverse roles in the food industry and corporate management.

Why Business Management and Food and Nutritional Sciences (Hons) at Liverpool Hope University?

Liverpool Hope University offers a unique learning environment where the Liverpool Hope Business School holds prestigious AACSB accreditation. This ensures that the management component of your degree meets high international standards of quality. Students have access to the modern Health Sciences building, which features specialised laboratories dedicated to food technology and nutritional research.

A distinctive feature of the programme is the Young Enterprise initiative during the second year. This allows students to collaborate in start-up teams to establish and operate a legal business, providing invaluable practical experience. You will be taught by research-active staff, including UK Registered Nutritionists with expertise in public health, biological sciences, and food sustainability.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 15225 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum integrates the study of small to medium enterprises and multinational corporations with the science of food safety and sustainability. Modules may include:

• Business Principles
• Organisational Dynamics
• Management Processes
• Food Product Development
• Food Supply Chain
• Health and Wellbeing
• Sustainability
• Business Start-up Project

Careers with Business Management and Food and Nutritional Sciences (Hons)

Graduates are well-equipped for a variety of professional pathways within the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors. The combination of management knowledge and nutritional expertise is particularly relevant for roles in food production management, health promotion, and retail operations. Many students also pursue further specialised study in nutrition and dietetics or enter graduate management schemes.

The programme focuses on developing transferable skills such as critical thinking, team leadership, and strategic planning. These attributes are highly sought after by employers in the food sector and general business consultancy. By understanding both the ethical impact of businesses on communities and the role of nutrition in public health, graduates can contribute effectively to sustainable industry practices.