Business Management and Finance BSc (Hons)

30 credits

This module is an introduction to the mutually-dependent business topics of mathematics and information technology. It provides motivation for the use of these topics in business problem solving. It also emphasises their need for one another: one would not use mathematics to solve a business problem without the aid of information technology; equally importantly one cannot effectively use information technology without mathematics.

The module is delivered using a problem-centric approach. Students will be required to design and create models using information technology to solve business-related problems.

30 credits

This module provides you with an introduction to financial accounting. The purpose and importance of financial accounting will be explained and you will learn how to produce financial statements from the original source documents through the recording of transactions to the final production of a profit and loss account and balance sheet for a non-complex business. The module will also explicate the subjective nature of financial accounting with its need for professional judgement and you will be introduced to the concepts and principles that underlie financial accounting and reporting. You will also gain practical experience of inputting data into Sage accounting software and using spreadsheets to prepare financial information.

30 credits

This module will introduce you to management accounting and develop your knowledge and understanding of management accounting techniques to support management in planning, controlling and monitoring performance in a variety of business contexts.

30 credits

This module will introduce theories and practices of business organisations. The internal structures and relations of businesses are covered, along with their interactions with the external economic, legal, social and technological environments. You will study how the organisation of businesses is shaped by the behaviour of individuals, groups and organisations, and by the external influences of markets, industries and the macroeconomic environment.

Special attention is given to considerations of businesses ethics and values. You will engage in activities that help you develop your academic skills and other relevant skills, which can be applied throughout your time at university and taken into your future work and organisations.

30 credits

The module covers the concepts and knowledge of sustainable business and supply chain management by looking at the ethical issues that emerge in the interactions between a business and its stakeholders and implementation of socially responsible and sustainable programmes and initiatives. You will study Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), innovation, the triple bottom line – economic, environmental and social sustainability in the supply chains, uncertainty and risk management, stakeholder value and reputation.

In addition, the module will provide you with the project tools and techniques that focus on how to create a business case for sustainable projects, as well as utilising traditional and contemporary project and product delivery frameworks to support the delivery of sustainable benefits both to businesses, and a wider community of stakeholders. You will consider how investment decisions can incorporate ethics and risk.

30 credits

This module introduces you to the core principles of marketing and how they apply in today’s digital world. It covers fundamental marketing concepts, principles, and frameworks before exploring digital marketing, sales management, and professional selling.  

You will learn how to create and deliver value to customers, understand buyer behaviour, and develop effective marketing communications. The module also examines how selling and buying have evolved in the digital era.  

Through real-world examples, case studies, and interactive role-plays, you will gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in marketing, digital communications, and sales techniques. 

30 credits

This module introduces you to the key terminology and techniques of financial management that are regularly used in today’s business environment. It lays the foundation for understanding more complex financial issues and is designed to equip you with the business finance knowledge required to make informed decisions in management-related careers.

The module explains the firm’s objective of value maximisation and examines how investment and financing decisions can add value. It also considers the competing sources of finance available to firms and the main features of capital markets, with particular emphasis on the private sector of the UK economy.

30 credits

Understand strategic role of business analytics and digital intelligence in modern organisations. You will explore how data-driven approaches and emerging technologies - such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and big data are transforming business models, customer experiences and innovation processes.

Through your studies you will gain hands-on experience with analytical tools, create impactful visualisations, and tackle ethical challenges ensuring you understand the broader implications of digital intelligence in business contexts.

30 credits

This module combines key aspects of financial markets, investments, and banking to give you a comprehensive understanding of financial systems and investment strategies.  

You’ll explore topics like financial markets, stock valuation, investment management, derivatives, portfolio optimisation, and financial risk management, with a focus on the role and operation of financial institutions.  

You’ll also apply theoretical knowledge in practical scenarios, using tools like Bloomberg terminals and real-time financial data analysis to gain hands-on experience in the financial world. 

30 credits

This module covers the concepts, theories and techniques on which strategic management is based and explores their application in a wide range of international business and other settings.

It aims to expand your perspective on wider issues and scenarios, identifying opportunities and growth over medium and long terms. You will develop your ability to communicate and present your commercial awareness across the board.

30 credits

This module addresses complexity and sense making techniques to identify changes in the environment. It includes theoretical and practical perspectives of effective and responsible leadership in contemporary complex and changing organisational contexts. You will critically evaluate concepts of leadership alongside current practices of leading change in contemporary organisations faced with complex and uncertain environments.

You will critically reflect on your own leadership capacity and skills in initiating and leading change in different contexts, and consider your own progress and career journey in the context of these environments and leadership styles.

15 credits

This module provides knowledge and critical understanding of the UK financial services regulatory framework and its international connections. You will examine the objectives, powers, and approaches of key regulators - including the Bank of England (BoE), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA), and Payment Systems Regulator (PSR) - and apply conduct and prudential rules to realistic scenarios in banking, investment, and payments.

Current themes, such as the Consumer Duty, the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR), operational resilience, cryptoassets and fintech, ESG and sustainability disclosure, anti-money laundering, and market integrity, are used to build practical competence in compliance analysis, risk assessment, and policy communication. The module emphasises practical analysis, risk evaluation, and policy communication through authentic, non-exam assessments aligned with professional practice.

15 credits

This module gives you a dedicated opportunity to develop your Future Skills Graduate Attributes. 

At the start of the module, you will be supported to self-assess your current skills profile. You will determine which attributes and skills you need to develop to support your career ambitions. In this process, you will be supported by a dedicated career coach, helping you explore a range of options that includes self-employment/freelancing, starting your own business, higher level study, and other professional graduate-level opportunities. Throughout the module, you will be given opportunities to engage with external mentors, to support reflection and to develop a professional network.

You will undertake a tailored series of activities and projects, aligned to your goals, from a menu of development options. This could include short courses, enrichment activities and experiential learning options such as micro-placements. You will also be able to reflect on activities outside the University that develop your graduate attributes, such as work or volunteering.