BSc (Hons) Business Management with Foundation Year

• Foundations of learning Develop essential academic skills, including effective communication in groups, time management, and goal setting in this introductory module.
• Academic integrity and writing for business Learn the fundamentals of academic writing specific to the business domain, focusing on proper source citation, avoiding plagiarism, and crafting impactful content for various business contexts.
• Personal career plan Engage in strategic career planning to identify personal strengths and understand diverse job search techniques while building and maintaining a professional brand.
• Elective: Foundation Year: (see Electives: Foundation Year)
• Applied learning strategies Enhance your learning techniques with advanced strategies in self-study, communication, presentation skills, and handling academic challenges effectively.
• Developing a business mindset* – business related track Cultivate a comprehensive business mindset, touching on self-management, understanding failures, the importance of sustainability, diversity, equality, and basic financial literacy.
• Business ethics – business related track Explore ethical principles in business practices, focusing on social justice, sustainability, and making ethical decisions within a corporate context.
• Project: innovation and investigation Apply your cumulative knowledge from the foundation year in a conclusive project designed to integrate theory with practical business applications.

*Please note, this elective will be available to study from April 2025.

• Business 101 Gain a foundation in business administration, understanding organisational structures, strategic marketing, and basic accounting principles.
• Managerial economics Explore the economic interactions in markets, the behaviour of consumers, and entrepreneurial decision-making processes.
• Principals of management Acquire knowledge on fundamental management principles, including planning, organising, leading, and controlling within a business.
• Business mathematics Address complex business problems using mathematical concepts such as calculus and statistics for business analysis.
• Collaborative work Develop essential skills for teamwork and professional collaboration, emphasising empathy, networking, and emotional intelligence.
• International marketing Study marketing strategies within a global context, understanding cultural differences and international market dynamics.
• Management accounting Learn about the roles and functions of management accounting in business, focusing on cost analysis, budgeting, and performance management.
• Entrepreneurship and innovation Explore the processes of entrepreneurship and innovation, understand the impacts on economies, and develop skills in business development and innovation management.

• Introduction to academic work Develop the skills required to write academically and get an overview of different examination formats and requirements.
• Agile project management Learn to distinguish agile project management from a plan-driven approach, understanding the roles of typical agile procedures and practices.
• Corporate finance and investment Study financial management and investment decision-making, understanding corporate financial structures, market functions, and financial risk assessments.
• Leadership 4.0 Adapt to modern leadership challenges, understanding the impacts of digital transformation on leadership styles and organisational management.
• Sustainability Integrate sustainability into business practices, learning about ethical responsibilities, sustainable development, and corporate sustainability reporting.
• Digital business models Examine how digital transformation influences business models, understanding the creation, delivery, and capture of value in a digital context.
• Elective A (see Electives A section below)
• Elective A (see Electives A section below)

• Corporate governance and strategy Understand corporate governance structures, strategic planning processes, and apply these concepts to manage and control corporate strategies effectively.
• Seminar in current topics in digitalisation Engage in advanced discussions on digitalisation, developing critical analysis skills through seminars and comprehensive research papers on digital transformation topics.
• Elective B (see Electives B section below)
• Elective B (see Electives B section below)
• Elective C (see Electives C section below)
• Elective C (see Electives C section below)
• Undergraduate (bachelor) thesis Apply the subject-specific and methodological competencies learned throughout your course to present an academic dissertation. You’ll also learn how to tackle a practical-empirical or theoretical-scientific problem.

• Foundations of academic English Refine academic English proficiency focusing on grammar, sentence structure, and academic integrity vital for academic and professional success.
• Skills for business Learn practical business communication skills necessary for drafting professional emails, handling business meetings, and effective public speaking.
• Maths foundations Reinforce foundational mathematical concepts essential for tackling complex mathematical problems in business contexts.
• Digital skills Understand the impact of digital transformation across various professions and master essential digital skills needed in the modern workforce.

• Change management Explore various change models and learn to manage change effectively within a business, understanding roles, communication, and potential challenges in implementing change processes.
• Innovation management Delve into innovation management processes, learning to innovate within corporate environments, manage creativity, and drive sustainable business practices through innovative strategies.
• Customer relationship management Develop a comprehensive understanding of customer relationship management, focusing on customer loyalty, retention strategies, and the effective application of CRM tools in business.
• International management Gain insights into managing businesses on an international scale, understanding global market trends, cultural differences, and strategies for successful international operations.
• Introduction to process management Learn the fundamentals of process management, focusing on designing, implementing, and improving business processes to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Self-arranged internship I (*) Develop your practical and analytical skills by doing an internship and improving your employability. In several preparation tutorials, you’ll consider the working environment and the overall goal of your placement.
• Self-arranged internship II (*) As with the first internship, this is an opportunity to apply your skills and knowledge in a business environment. Develop your communication style, problem-solving ability and time management.

*You’ll be responsible for arranging a suitable internship for your field of study. Once arranged, please complete an application to the internship module via myCampus, to make sure your internship can be recognised and credited towards your course requirements.

Human resource management

• Introduction to new work Study new organisational work structures and their impact on leadership and human resources, exploring agile processes and the shift towards more democratic and empowering work environments.
• Organisational behaviour Understand the dynamics of behaviour within organisations, analysing group and individual behaviours to improve performance and engagement across corporate settings.

Marketing and sales

• Applied sales I Focus on key aspects of sales including organisation, customer acquisition, and negotiation techniques, understanding the changing dynamics in sales due to globalization and digitalisation.
• Applied sales II Continue exploring advanced sales strategies and customer management techniques, focusing on building long-term relationships and effective customer retention strategies.

Data and business intelligence

• Statistical computing Acquire skills in statistical computing using R programming, applying these techniques to real-world business datasets to make informed, data-driven decisions.
• Data analytics and big data Learn the intricacies of big data analytics, understanding data structures, mining techniques, and the legal frameworks governing data analysis.

Supply chain management & industry 4.0

• Supply chain management I Explore foundational concepts of supply chain management, understanding logistics, flow standards, and network challenges in modern supply chains.
• Supply chain management II Advance your understanding of supply chain strategies, focusing on planning, sourcing, making, delivering, and returning processes within the supply chain management framework.

Accounting, planning and control

• Accounting and balancing Build a foundational knowledge of financial accounting, preparing and analysing financial statements, and understanding the implications of financial data on business decisions.
• International accounting Compare international financial reporting standards (IFRS) with national accounting principles, focusing on the preparation and analysis of global financial statements.

IT project management

• Fundamentals of IT and ERP systems Develop an understanding of IT strategies and enterprise resource planning systems, learning about software and hardware systems that support business operations.
• Requirements engineering Study the techniques and methods for defining and managing business requirements in IT systems, focusing on the documentation and verification of these requirements to ensure system efficiency.

Human resources

• Digital HR Explore how digitalisation impacts human resource management, understanding the potential of digital technologies to enhance HR processes and strategies.
• International HR management Gain insights into human resource management in an international context, focusing on cultural diversity, international staffing strategies, and global HR challenges.

Marketing and sales

• Online marketing Develop strategies for effective online marketing, understanding digital channels, customer engagement, and measuring the success of online campaigns.
• Social media marketing Learn the strategies behind effective social media marketing, focusing on content management, target audience engagement, and legal aspects of digital advertising.

Accounting, planning and control

• Corporate planning and control Learn strategic corporate planning and control processes, focusing on budgeting, performance analysis, and the alignment of corporate strategies with operational goals.
• Digital finance and controlling Explore the impact of digital transformation on finance and controlling processes, understanding the technologies that drive efficiency and innovation in financial management.

Supply chain management and industry 4.0

• Product development in industry 4.0 Explore modern product development strategies within the context of Industry 4.0, learning about digital tools and techniques that enhance product design and manufacturing processes.
• Project: Smart product solutions Work on designing smart product solutions, applying knowledge of digital business models and using innovative tools to solve practical business problems.

Banking and financial service

• Foreign exchange exposure and management Understand the complexities of managing foreign exchange risks in multinational corporations, focusing on currency exposure and hedging strategies.
• International investment appraisal Study investment decision-making in an international context, analysing the financial strategies and investment opportunities for multinational enterprises.

Data and business intelligence

• Business intelligence Understand the concepts and practices behind business intelligence, focusing on data analysis, information management, and decision-making processes supported by BI tools.
• Project: Business intelligence Apply your knowledge in a practical BI project, designing and developing business intelligence solutions based on specific organisational requirements.

IT project management

• IT project management Understand the fundamental principles and practices of managing IT projects, focusing on methodologies, risk management, and effective project execution strategies.
• IT architecture management Develop a strategic understanding of IT architecture management, learning about the frameworks and models that guide the design and implementation of effective IT structures.