The BSc (Hons) Business and Management degree at Aston University is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs and business leaders. The program offers a flexible curriculum with a wide range of modules, allowing students to specialize and tailor their studies to suit their career aspirations. It provides a comprehensive understanding of business principles, preparing graduates for leadership roles in a dynamic global business environment.
Teaching & Support: Mix of lectures, seminars, live projects, and optional international exchanges
Assessment: Coursework, exams, group presentations, and live business challenges
Modules Overview:
Year 1: Introductory Accounting for Business, Introduction to Organisational Behaviour, IT for business
Year 2: Focus on virtual business management, business and fundamentals of strategy
Placement Year (Optional): Practical experience in a business setting, applying theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios.
Final Year: Advanced topics such as knowledge at work and implementing business decisions
Accreditations: The program provides accreditation or exemptions from multiple professional bodies, such as:
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
Rankings:
QS World University Rankings 2025: Aston Business School is ranked 87th globally and 11th in the UK for business and management studies.
Guardian University Guide 2023: Business and Management programs are ranked in the Top 30 in the UK.
Complete University Guide 2022: Recognized for research quality in business and management studies.
Optional placement year with strong employer links in firms across sectors
Access to enterprise support for starting a business
Live projects, business simulations, and case study-based learning
International study exchange opportunities
Participation in business societies and enterprise events
Graduates secure roles in management, consultancy, finance, or entrepreneurship across sectors
Many students progress into postgraduate study or achieve CMI qualifications
Aston is ranked highly for graduate employability with dedicated career services and support
Career services include CV workshops, employer networking, mock interviews, and startup support
Average earnings: £29,000, 15 months after the course
91% of the students go on to work and/or study
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