Our Business and Management Bachelors degree online enables students to develop their knowledge, skills and understanding of the strategic and international dimensions of business and management. The course will provide you with the necessary expertise to critically evaluate business models and concepts and apply them to real-world situations.

Studying BA (Hons) Business and Management will prepare you for a wide range of careers as you develop knowledge of markets, customer behaviour, corporate strategy and project management. Opportunities exist with employers in the private, public and voluntary sectors, not to mention the possibility of running your own business. If you are already working in your chosen field and looking to develop your career, the course includes flexible options that allow you to specialise in an area of business studies, for example marketing communications or business finance.

Entry Requirements

We have flexible entry requirements that look at both your academic and work-based experience. In order to start a degree you will need to have GCSE grade C or above, or its equivalent, in English and Mathematics. If English is not your first language, IELTS (Academic) 6.0 or equivalent is required.

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In addition to the above you must have, as a minimum, one of the following:

- one full A-Level

- an Advanced GNVQ, NVQ or other similar vocational qualification

- an Advanced Modern Apprenticeship that includes vocational qualifications similar to the above

Experience
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If you do not meet the minimum academic standards, you will need to demonstrate that you are currently working and have a minimum of three years of employment in an environment where a significant element of the work is in areas identified in the modules in the BA (Hons) degree.

You will also need to demonstrate that lack of prior qualifications is not a fair reflection of aptitude for higher education. We assess this by talking to you and reviewing your employment history and the quality of your application form. We may require you to complete additional basic literacy and numeracy tests prior to acceptance onto the programme.

Widening access
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Applicants who are not eligible through our academic or experience entry routes may be allowed to enter via the Widening Access Route. These applicants will be assessed holistically and will be required to pass the Kaplan Academic Readiness Assessment. Applicants may be offered a place on the basis of previous work experience, non-academic achievements or any other criteria which the assessor believes demonstrates a candidate’s ability to successfully complete the programme. Work experience of less than ten years is unlikely to provide the necessary work experience requirements.

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Our BA (Hons) Business and Marketing degree online equips students with a broad-based and thorough understanding of the rapidly changing environment and operations of modern business and market promotion.

The business modules will introduce you to increasingly complex problems and encourage you to apply your knowledge and understanding to develop innovative solutions. The marketing modules will not only further your understanding of the role of the marketing function in organisations but can also allow you to study specialist topics such as e-business marketing and business-to-business marketing.

Marketing is one of the fastest-growing creative industries and at the centre of what many businesses do. Studying BA (Hons) Business and Marketing will contribute to your career development as you explore concepts such as consumer analysis and the planning and implementation of marketing programmes. The wider skills and knowledge gained from the business modules will also equip you to follow a number of different career paths, providing you with a solid grounding in research, reporting, analysis and presentation.

Entry Requirements

We have flexible entry requirements that look at both your academic and work-based experience. In order to start a degree you will need to have GCSE grade C or above, or its equivalent, in English and Mathematics. If English is not your first language, IELTS (Academic) 6.0 or equivalent is required.

Academic
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In addition to the above you must have, as a minimum, one of the following:

- one full A-Level

- an Advanced GNVQ, NVQ or other similar vocational qualification

- an Advanced Modern Apprenticeship that includes vocational qualifications similar to the above

Experience
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If you do not meet the minimum academic standards, you will need to demonstrate that you are currently working and have a minimum of three years of employment in an environment where a significant element of the work is in areas identified in the modules in the BA (Hons) degree.
You will also need to demonstrate that lack of prior qualifications is not a fair reflection of aptitude for higher education. We assess this by talking to you and reviewing your employment history and the quality of your application form. We may require you to complete additional basic literacy and numeracy tests prior to acceptance onto the programme.

Widening access
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Applicants who are not eligible through our academic or experience entry routes may be allowed to enter via the Widening Access Route. These applicants will be assessed holistically and will be required to pass the Kaplan Academic Readiness Assessment. Applicants may be offered a place on the basis of previous work experience, non-academic achievements or any other criteria which the assessor believes demonstrates a candidate’s ability to successfully complete the programme. Work experience of less than ten years is unlikely to provide the necessary work experience requirements.

The BA (Hons) Business and Marketing course is subject to Student Finance England designation.

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Our BA (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice degree is a broad-based programme of study that explores both the social and personal aspects of crime. It examines some of the most serious concerns we face as a society, such as: What causes crime and criminal behaviour? Can crime be prevented? How and why should we punish offenders? How does criminal justice link to social justice? The course requires a critical engagement with criminology theory, research methods and the history of crime and punishment.

Studying BA (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice will provide you with a range of skills and knowledge useful for a career within the criminal justice system or in other areas such as public policy, social work or local government. You will gain an understanding of the social and personal aspects of crime, develop critical thinking skills, and become confident in your ability to analyse and reflect upon different sociological, legal and economic theories. You will also gain transferable skills in research, time management and written communication.

Entry Requirements

We have flexible entry requirements that look at both your academic and work-based experience. In order to start a degree you will need to have GCSE grade C or above, or its equivalent, in English and Mathematics. If English is not your first language, IELTS (Academic) 6.0 or equivalent is required.

Academic
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In addition to the above you must have, as a minimum, one of the following:

- one full A-Level

- an Advanced GNVQ, NVQ or other similar vocational qualification

- an Advanced Modern Apprenticeship that includes vocational qualifications similar to the above

Experience
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If you do not meet the minimum academic standards, you will need to demonstrate that you are currently working and have a minimum of three years of employment in an environment where a significant element of the work is in areas identified in the modules in the BA (Hons) degree.
You will also need to demonstrate that lack of prior qualifications is not a fair reflection of aptitude for higher education. We assess this by talking to you and reviewing your employment history and the quality of your application form. We may require you to complete additional basic literacy and numeracy tests prior to acceptance onto the programme.

Widening access
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Applicants who are not eligible through our academic or experience entry routes may be allowed to enter via the Widening Access Route. These applicants will be assessed holistically and will be required to pass the Kaplan Academic Readiness Assessment. Applicants may be offered a place on the basis of previous work experience, non-academic achievements or any other criteria which the assessor believes demonstrates a candidate’s ability to successfully complete the programme. Work experience of less than ten years is unlikely to provide the necessary work experience requirements.

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Our MSc Business and Management Masters degree offers an advanced qualification that is designed to equip graduates with a thorough understanding of modern management concepts and techniques. The course explores a core set of concepts and ideas about business and management challenging you to apply your understanding of core topics and contemporary issues in the corporate world. It will prepare you to face the challenges of managing and working in a variety of organisations, both within Europe and internationally.You will gain confidence in strategic areas including financial decision making, leadership in practice and managing across cultures.

Studying for a business Masters qualification gives you the opportunity to expand your subject knowledge and build on the skills you have gained during your undergraduate studies. The benefits extend beyond improving your earning potential. Managers in today’s knowledge-based economy need to be adaptable and flexible with strong analytical capabilities. Masters-level study can prepare you for this challenge as well as providing you with specialist subject knowledge in areas such as markets, finance, customers and operations.

If you have not previously studied for a Bachelors degree in business or related subjects, our MSc Business and Management course will provide grounding for a range of specialist careers including marketing, accounting, project management and human resources.

Graduates with a non-business Bachelors degree will complete a pre-course self study pack before beginning their first Level 7 module. The reading material and tutor support provided will help you to adapt to the challenge of postgraduate business study and give you the tools to develop your skills in a new direction with confidence.

Upon commencement of the MSc Business and Management course, you will undertake an induction programme prior to starting your first module which will enable you to familiarise yourself with our virtual learning platform and understand what will be expected of you during your online studies.

Entry Requirements

Our applicants normally have an Upper Second Class Bachelors degree in a relevant or appropriate subject, or the equivalent from an internationally recognised institution.

We recognise that many people have a wealth of valuable skills and knowledge developed at work or through training. If you don't meet the above entry requirements, but believe you have the potential to succeed in postgraduate studies, we'll consider your application on its individual merits.

If English is not your first language, then we require IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Support for graduates
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Following acceptance onto the course, graduates with a non-business Bachelors degree will complete a pre-course self study pack of reading and short assessments in the four weeks before starting their first Level 7 module. There is no additional cost for this introductory programme of study which will prepare you for the MSc course.

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