BA (Hons) Business Management

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

The University of Northampton

Program Overview

The BA (Hons) Business Management course at the University of Northampton delivers a forward-looking, industry-relevant education that combines core business disciplines with a choice of six specialist pathways: Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Human Resource Management, Law, and Marketing. Accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), the course equips students with strong leadership, analytical, and digital skills. Students benefit from working on real-world projects with organisations like KPMG and Honda while engaging in experiential learning aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Northampton’s Waterside Campus offers modern facilities and an innovative learning environment.

  • Pathways: Optional specialisation in one of six pathways

  • Assessment: Project-based learning, real-world consultancy, reports, and presentations

Course overview

  • Year 1: Finance and Financial Systems, The Digital Professional, Global Business in Context 

  • Year 2: Data for Decision Making, Research, Trends and Professional Directions, Strategy and Agility

  • Year 3: Business Continuity and Risk Management, Global Business and Investment, Business Futures, Dissertation

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

  • Optional Placement Year: Supported work placements with major firms like RSM, Honda, KPMG, and ITAMeyes

  • Business Challenge Project: Real consultancy-style assessment in Year 3

  • CMI Membership: Access to professional development resources and one year of post-graduation membership

  • Business Society: Events, employer networking, annual business conference

  • International & Local Projects: Industry partnerships and live client briefs integrated across modules

Progression & Future Opportunities

  • Placement and industry engagement prepare students for competitive roles

  • Graduates progress to postgraduate study or professional qualifications

  • Supportive ecosystem through the Northampton Employment Promise

  • Career mentoring, enterprise support, and access to graduate networks

  • Average earnings: £25,000, 15 months after the course
  • 90% of graduates are employed or pursuing further study within 15 months of completing the course.

Program Key Stats

£15,700
£ 29

Sept Intake : 14th JanJan Intake : 14th May


Eligibility Criteria

BCC
2.7
24
60

NA
6.0
110

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Product Manager
  • Marketing Executive
  • Business Analyst
  • and Account Manager

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