Business and Management with Placement Year Durham University

Overview

With the Business and Management with Placement Year BA programme from Durham University  you’ll start to develop your business, investigative and practical skills from day one. From people management to technological advances, marketing to culture and ethics, you’ll quickly build the knowledge to enter the global business sector.

What you'll learn

The curriculum combines academic theory with knowledge of complex and modern business practice. You’ll learn from expert guest speakers and complete a selection of business-related projects such as developing a business plan for a new start-up. You will spend your third year on placement, a valuable opportunity to gain first-hand industry experience and start building a network of business contacts in preparation for graduation.

As well as the placement route you also have the option to complete the degree in three years or spend a year abroad.

The curriculum offers plenty of opportunities to tailor your studies as your interests evolve. The first year introduces the key areas of business and management. In subsequent years you will further develop your knowledge and skills in areas such as leadership, strategy, people management, marketing and human resource management.

Lectures and small group seminars are complemented by specialist workshops. Using up-to-date resources, the workshops provide hands-on experience of real-world business challenges.

You’ll also benefit from one-on-one support and self-directed learning to develop your critical thinking skills.

Years 1 and 2 include placement-specific workshops, bootcamps and employer-led events to help you to develop your placement strategy and to identify and develop the skills and competencies that will help you stand out to potential placement employers. The Department also hosts specialist business and management events where you can further develop your knowledge and start building industry networks.