BA Hons Business and Marketing

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Hertfordshire

Program Overview

The BA (Hons) Business and Marketing at the University of Hertfordshire combines foundational business studies with advanced marketing principles to prepare students for the evolving demands of global commerce.

  • Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), this course offers students the opportunity to gain CIM qualifications during their degree, enhancing their credibility and employability in the marketing profession.

Students develop a blend of soft and technical skills, learning how to apply strategic thinking to branding, digital marketing, consumer behaviour, and data analytics. Real-world projects and case-based learning are central to the program, with a focus on creativity, innovation, and communication. The program also benefits from strong employer connections and one of only four UK partnerships with CIM.

  • Optional sandwich year - Work Placement or Study Abroad

Course overview

  • Year 1: Foundation in marketing communications, economics, global business, marketing principles (CIM), and skills for professional success

  • Year 2: Focus on consumer behaviour, ethics, cross-cultural management, marketing insights, and industry collaboration

  • Year 3: Advanced topics in digital economy, global marketing, marketing management in practice, and a final research project

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

  • Optional sandwich year with placements at Disney, IBM, Porsche, Hugo Boss, Toyota, Body Shop

  • Study abroad opportunities at over 100 partner universities worldwide

  • Working With Industry module for hands-on experience with real companies

  • Dissertation or final project linked to industry or global issues

  • Student highlight: Graduate Hannah Blagden, a Rising Star award winner, praised UH’s inclusive learning and career preparation

Progression & Future Opportunities

  • Graduates have secured positions at organisations like Amazon, BBC, Barclays, Canon, and agencies in London

  • The CIM-accredited curriculum and real-world learning enhance global employability

  • Continuous support from the Future Success team for placements, CVs, mock interviews, and job applications

Program Key Stats

£15,965
£ 29
Sept Intake : 14th Jan


73 %

Eligibility Criteria

BBB - BBC
3.0
28
60 - 70

1070
23
6.0
72

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Digital Marketing Specialist
  • Marketing Analyst
  • Social Media Manager
  • Business Development Executive
  • Advertising Account Manager

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