BA (Hons) Business and Sustainability

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Regents University London

Program Overview

The BA (Hons) Business and Sustainability at Regent's University London prepares students to become responsible business leaders who can address global environmental, social, and economic challenges through innovative and sustainable business practices. Combining business management with sustainability, entrepreneurship, and ethical leadership, the programme equips students with the knowledge to create long-term value for organisations, society, and the planet while preparing for careers in the rapidly growing sustainability sector.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1

Students develop a solid understanding of business fundamentals through modules including Learning Perspectives, Money, Finance and Decisions, and Organisational Culture and Reputation. They also study Sustainable Organisations, exploring how businesses respond to global sustainability challenges through concepts such as Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), stakeholder management, and the circular economy while examining sustainability across organisational culture, consumer behaviour, and supply chains.

Year 2

The second year focuses on applying sustainability principles to business innovation through modules including Business Innovation, Resource Management, and Sustainable Leadership. Students examine how organisations create sustainable business models, manage environmental and social impact, develop responsible leadership strategies, and gain practical experience through an Industry Challenge, Enterprise Challenge, optional Placement, or Study Abroad opportunity.

Year 3

In the final year, students strengthen their strategic and professional expertise through Disruptive Strategies and Models, Sustainability in Practice, and the two-part Major Project. They investigate emerging technologies, sustainable innovation, ESG strategy, responsible governance, and business transformation while completing an independent project that addresses a real sustainability challenge aligned with their career aspirations.

Focus Areas (String)

Sustainable business, Corporate social responsibility (CSR), ESG strategy, Circular economy, Sustainable leadership, Business innovation, Resource management, Stakeholder engagement, Ethical business, Climate change, Sustainable supply chains, Responsible governance, Social impact, Sustainable entrepreneurship

Learning Outcomes (String)

Develop sustainable business strategies, Evaluate environmental and social challenges, Apply responsible leadership principles, Design innovative business models, Analyse stakeholder relationships, Integrate ESG and CSR into business practice, Promote sustainable organisational change, Make ethical business decisions, Build practical sustainability solutions, Prepare for careers in sustainable business and management

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

The programme combines business education with sustainability-focused learning through live industry projects, enterprise activities, guest speakers, and interdisciplinary collaboration. It is delivered through Regent's Business School, which is a member of the Business Graduates Association (BGA), the AACSB Business Education Alliance, the Chartered Association of Business Schools (CABS), and an APM Corporate Partner, ensuring students benefit from internationally recognised business education standards.

Reputation (Employability Rankings)

Located in central London, Regent's provides students with direct access to multinational companies, sustainability consultancies, social enterprises, NGOs, and innovative start-ups. Students benefit from personalised teaching, strong employer engagement, and a global alumni network of 34,000+ graduates across 170+ countries, helping them build valuable international business connections and sustainability-focused career opportunities.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

The BA (Hons) Business and Sustainability combines business education with practical, real-world sustainability challenges, enabling students to develop solutions for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues faced by modern organisations. Throughout the programme, students collaborate on live industry projects, analyse sustainable business models, and explore responsible leadership while working with businesses and industry professionals. Studying in central London also provides opportunities to engage with multinational companies, social enterprises, NGOs, sustainability consultancies, and innovative start-ups. Practical learning opportunities include:

Complete the Industry Challenge module, working on live business projects where teams research sustainability issues, develop innovative solutions, manage projects, and present recommendations to industry partners, mirroring professional consultancy practice.
Choose the Entrepreneurial Challenge module to develop a sustainable business idea, create an entrepreneurial business plan, validate market opportunities, and pitch innovative solutions to academic and industry audiences.
Undertake an optional professional placement, gaining practical experience with businesses, sustainability consultancies, NGOs, multinational organisations, or social enterprises while applying sustainability principles in real workplace settings.
Participate in an optional Study Abroad term at one of 60+ partner universities across more than 20 countries, gaining international perspectives on sustainable business, responsible leadership, and global management.
Work on collaborative group projects, sustainability case studies, consultancy assignments, business simulations, presentations, and strategic planning exercises, strengthening leadership, teamwork, communication, and critical thinking skills.
Apply sustainability concepts to real organisational challenges by exploring ESG strategy, corporate social responsibility (CSR), circular economy principles, ethical leadership, sustainable innovation, and responsible supply chain management.
Develop practical business solutions using market research, financial analysis, stakeholder engagement, resource management, and business model innovation to create long-term organisational value.
Complete an independent Major Project, investigating a real sustainability challenge or developing an innovative business solution that reflects personal career ambitions and current industry needs.
Personalise learning through a range of special elective modules, including topics such as Financial Innovation and Technology, Creating a Brand Identity, Emerging Technologies: From Web3 to the Metaverse, Digital Design with Adobe Creative Suite, and Business Ethics.
Learn from guest speakers, sustainability professionals, entrepreneurs, business leaders, and industry experts through workshops, networking events, mentoring sessions, and employer engagement activities that provide insight into responsible business practices.
Access the Regent's University Library, offering specialist business and sustainability books, academic journals, ESG reports, company databases, market intelligence resources, and digital research tools to support coursework and independent research.
Study in modern technology-enabled classrooms, collaborative learning spaces, seminar rooms, and presentation facilities designed to support teamwork, business planning, sustainability workshops, and project-based learning.
Receive personalised support from Careers, Enterprise and Industry Services, including career coaching, CV and LinkedIn reviews, employer networking, internship guidance, enterprise mentoring, and access to the Handshake careers platform for placements, graduate roles, and sustainability-focused career opportunities.
Benefit from Regent's central London location by engaging with businesses, sustainability consultancies, innovation hubs, social enterprises, policy organisations, and professional networking events, gaining valuable exposure to the UK's sustainability and business ecosystem.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Business and Sustainability are equipped to lead organisations through environmental, social, and economic change by combining business expertise with sustainable innovation and responsible leadership. The programme prepares students for careers such as Business Sustainability Officer, Sustainability Consultant, Business Sustainability Analyst, and Business Development Manager, while also supporting those who wish to launch sustainability-focused start-ups or transform family businesses.

Dedicated Careers, Enterprise and Industry Services: Students benefit from personalised career coaching, CV and interview preparation, business advice, exclusive internships, networking events, and lifelong careers support. They also receive access to the Handshake careers platform, connecting them with 650,000+ global employers for internships, placements, graduate roles, and sustainability-focused career opportunities.
Employment outcomes: While Regent's does not publish programme-specific salary figures, graduates are prepared for careers as Business Sustainability Officers, Sustainability Consultants, Sustainability Planners, Sustainability Implementation Specialists, Economic Development Specialists, and Business Development Managers across corporate, government, non-profit, and consultancy sectors. The programme also supports graduates who wish to establish sustainability-led businesses or social enterprises.
University–industry partnerships: Students undertake Industry Challenge and Entrepreneurial Challenge projects, collaborate with businesses and sustainability professionals on real-world commercial issues, and benefit from guest speakers, networking events, optional placements, and Regent's central London location, providing valuable access to multinational companies, sustainability consultancies, social enterprises, and innovation hubs.
Long-term accreditation value: The programme is delivered through Regent's Business School, which is a member of the Business Graduates Association (BGA), the AACSB Business Education Alliance, the Chartered Association of Business Schools (CABS), and an APM Corporate Partner, reflecting internationally recognised standards in business education and professional development.
Graduation outcomes: Graduates leave with expertise in ESG strategy, corporate social responsibility (CSR), sustainable leadership, business innovation, resource management, stakeholder engagement, ethical decision-making, and sustainable business transformation. They also join Regent's global alumni network, strengthening international career and networking opportunities.

Further Academic Progression:

After completing this programme, graduates can progress to postgraduate study such as an MBA, MSc International Business, MSc Entrepreneurship, MSc Sustainability Management, MSc Business Analytics, or specialist master's degrees in Environmental Management, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), ESG Strategy, Innovation Management, or Project Management. The programme also provides an excellent foundation for pursuing professional sustainability certifications, joining leadership development programmes, or establishing sustainability-focused businesses and consultancies.