BSc (Hons) Business Management (2 year fast track)

2 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Plymouth

Program Overview

Accelerate your career with this two-year honours degree, gaining the same in-demand skills in managing people, projects, and resources as the three-year course — and entering the graduate job market a year early. This fast-track degree is ideal for driven individuals seeking to apply their learning quickly and make an early impact in the business world.

  • Start working on real business tasks from day one

  • Follow your interests with flexible module choices

  • Tackle real-world problems and gain practical experience

  • Enter employment or postgraduate study ahead of your peers

Year 1

Build a solid foundation in business and enterprise management, covering ethics, sustainability, leadership, and marketing. Apply theory to practice through live case studies and consultancy work. Summer sessions focus on core managerial skills to boost employability.

Final Year
Strengthen your strategic management, decision-making, and research skills. Choose specialist modules aligned with your interests. Complete a consultancy project or reflect on professional experience, along with a research project in your chosen area.

Optional Placement Year
Gain paid experience in the public or private sector, or even launch your own venture with full support.

  • Placement year in the UK: £1,850
  • Placement year outside the UK: £1,385

Recognition & Accreditation

  • 95% of graduates in work or study within 15 months

  • Gold-rated for teaching, student experience, and outcomes (TEF 2023)

  • Accredited by IACBE, CIPD, and a member of the Business Graduates Association (BGA)

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Leadership Development
In your first semester, you'll be challenged to develop and reflect on your leadership and team motivation skills through a series of outdoor activities, including rock climbing, abseiling, bell boating, and orienteering.

Optional Placement Year
Gain valuable paid experience after your first or final year in a public or private sector organisation relevant to your interests. You may also choose to start your own business with full support from the University.

Inspiring Student and Graduate Entrepreneurs
From initial ideas to fully-fledged businesses, The Cube provides expert advice, funding opportunities, and tailored support throughout your entrepreneurial journey. Develop your creative skills and business acumen to maximise your career potential.

Final Year
In your second year, deepen your understanding of strategic management and complete a research project in a subject of your choice. You’ll also have the opportunity to work on a live consultancy project or reflect on your industry experience.

Practical Experience & Career Support

  • Entrepreneurial Hub: Access guidance and funding through The Cube

  • Industry Engagement: Collaborate on live briefs, attend conferences, and network with professionals

  • Community Impact: Work with local businesses and social enterprises on real-world challenges

  • Mentoring: Receive guidance from business mentors and hear from industry guest speakers

Progression & Future Opportunities

  • 95% of graduates from the university are in work or further study within 15 months of completing their degree.

  • 95% of Business Management graduates secure employment or pursue further education within the same timeframe.

  • 90% of Business Management graduates report that their current activity is meaningful.

  • 86% of Business Management graduates state that their degree was either a formal requirement for their job or gave them a significant advantage.

With the skills, knowledge and commercial awareness acquired through a business degree programme, careers in accountancy, project management, consultancy, banking, analytics and many more are open to you.

Program Key Stats

£21,500
Sept Intake : 15th Jan


Eligibility Criteria

BBC - ABB
3.0
28 - 32
60

1200
25
6.0
76

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Business Advisor
  • Business Analyst
  • Management Consultant
  • Data Analyst
  • Project Manager
  • Corporate Investment Banker

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