BSc Business Management with Communications in Industry

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Birmingham

Program Overview

The BSc Business Management with Communications and Year in Industry program at the University of Birmingham offers a comprehensive education in business management with a specialized focus on communications. Taught by industry experts, the program equips students with the skills to excel in business, management, marketing, and communication on a global scale. Graduates have secured positions at top organizations such as Jaguar Land Rover, Disney, PwC, Ogilvy, Sky, Channel 4, Barclays, Lloyds, Edelman, and McCann. 

Course Structure:

  • Year 1: Foundation modules in digital business, marketing, communications, management, finance, and economics.

  • Year 2: Advanced modules in multimedia campaign planning, marketing communications, public relations, and reputation management.

  • Year 3: Industry placement in Communications, Marketing, or PR, contributing 12.5% to the final degree. A 2:1 in the second year is required to proceed. Alternatively, students can switch to the three-year program.

  • Year 4: Specialized modules in digital branding, global communications, and advanced communication strategies.​

Teaching and Assessment:

The program employs a blend of lectures, seminars, tutorials, teamwork, and presentations. Communications modules are taught in intensive, small-group workshops to build practical skills and analytical expertise. Assessments include essays, presentations, group projects, and examinations.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

  • Industry Placement: A year-long placement in Communications, Marketing, or PR, providing practical experience and contributing to the final degree.

  • Capgemini Consultancy Training: An exclusive, week-long program at Capgemini’s facilities, applying skills to real-world projects for charitable organizations.

  • Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 5 Qualification: Opportunity to register for a prestigious qualification to enhance leadership and management prospects.

  • Personal Skills Award (PSA): An employer-endorsed program recognizing extra-curricular activities and improving career prospects.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates are well-equipped for careers in advertising, banking, law, accounting, marketing, consulting, HR, and logistics.

  • Alumni have joined renowned companies such as L’Oréal, Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PwC, Accenture, Meta, Capgemini, Unilever, Jaguar Land Rover, HSBC, IBM, Microsoft, and Disney.

Program Key Stats

£25,520
£ 29
Sept Intake : 14th Jan


60 %

Eligibility Criteria

AAB
3.2
32
80

1400
25
6.5
88

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Advertising and PR
  • Corporate communications
  • Brand management
  • Marketing and digital strategy
  • Management consultancy
  • HR and operations
  • Media and publishing
  • Graduate schemes in banking
  • Graduate schemes in FMCGs
  • Graduate schemes in telecom

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