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BSc (Hons)

UCAS CODE

N922

DURATION

3 Years

START DATE(S)

Sep / Nov / Jan / Feb / Apr

ENTRY YEAR

2025/26 | 2026/27

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

104*

Course Introduction

What you will learn

A business management degree will set you up with the tools and the confidence to make it in the business world.

You’ll learn how people and communities can affect how businesses change and adapt, and get to grips with the power of technology to shape strategy. You’ll consider important environmental and ethical issues, and learn to lead responsibly and deliver value while benefitting society.

Our 3 year business management course covers lots of relevant and exciting topics, including commercial opportunities and challenges, risk management, sustainable finance, data, marketing, human resources and change management.

Our programme is designed to prepare you for employment by bridging the gap between lectures and the real world. Working with our key industry partners, including Ernst & Young and TalkTalk, you’ll be focused on real business challenges, and have the opportunity to tackle a live case study with one of our high-profile business partners.

If you’re looking for a business management course in Manchester, check out our BSc (Hons) Business Management degree and unlock your greatness at UA92.

How You Will Study

Course
breakdown

24 weeks of
study per year

4 x 6-week blocks

1 subject module per block

4 CPD focus days per block

Subject Module
Breakdown

250 hours of
study per module

80 hrs face-to-face (32%)

20 hrs Digital Wednesdays (8%)

150 hrs independent study (60%)

Assessment
Breakdown

No traditional
end-of-year exams*

Year 1 – 100% coursework

Year 2 – 100% coursework

Year 3 – 100% coursework

Your course modules

Module 1 - Contemporary Business Environment

You will be introduced to the contemporary business environment and foster a practical understanding of the commercial opportunities and challenges facing businesses.

Module 2 - Managing Finance and Risk

An introduction to the core issues in managing risk and financial resources. Learn how to assess and quantify risks and understand how tools such as risk registers are used by organisations to mitigate organisational risk.

Module 3 - Managing in the Digital World

You will delve into the core concepts in organisational behaviour and contemporary management theory.

Module 4 - Data and Decision Making

You will be introduced to a range of approaches used in analysing business data. This includes predictive analytics, regression analysis, time-series analysis, big data, and machine learning.

Module 1 - Operations and Sustainability

Get an in-depth understanding of operations management across service and manufacturing organisations.

Module 2 - Marketing and Digitalisation

Get to grips with contemporary marketing management, understanding consumer and organisational purchasing behaviour. You will also explore the principal aspects of the marketing function, including issues of product design, distribution, pricing and promotion, with a focus on marketing in a digital environment.

Module 3 - Human Resource Management (HRM) and Leading People

Develop your people management skills by understanding the aspects of contemporary human resource management including recruitment, culture and managing change.

Module 4 - Entrepreneurship and Innovation

You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of the nature and role of innovation in businesses. With a focus on understanding the ways in which businesses can foster an entrepreneurial and innovative culture to deliver value to consumers and society.

Module 1 - Strategy and Ethical Leadership

You will explore how businesses develop their strategic positioning and implement strategic plans to deliver this.

Module 2 - Technology and Business Model Innovation

Explore how emergent technologies are driving fundamental change across multiple business sectors. Specifically, how digital technologies, ranging from AI to cryptocurrency, are disrupting sectors and generating innovative new business models.

Module 3 - Sustainable Financing

Analyse the two dimensions of finance and sustainability. Explore how businesses raise and manage finance in order to deliver a sustainable financial future and how long-term investments in sustainable infrastructure, such as renewable energy, carbon capture and waste recycling, can be financed.

Module 4 - Project

In this module, you will complete either a live project from one of our partners or a dissertation on an area of interest, that demonstrates your research and problem-solving skills.

What is the 92 Programme?

It’s more than a degree, it’s preparation for life.

Alongside your course modules, you will engage with the 92 Programme, which is built into every degree and tailored to each subject area.

Engaging with the 92 Programme is a requirement for all students and will count towards your overall grade.

Through taught sessions, immersive experiences and coaching, you will build confidence, resilience, wellness, self-reflection and professionalism, skills designed to support your future success.

Find out more about how we prepare students for future career success.

Why the 92 Programme is part of your course?

In a recent study*, 78% of employers believe graduates do not arrive in the workplace fully equipped with the skills they need to be work-ready.

Another study conducted by the World Economic Forum** identified ‘10 Skills You Need for the Future of Work’. These skills include:

Emotional intelligence (EQ)
Analytical (critical) thinking
Active learning with a growth mindset
Interpersonal communication skills
Leadership skills
Technology skills

At UA92, we prepare you for life after graduation and equip you with the skills employers value most. You may not realise it, but developing these skills now, will get you set for career success and could land you that dream job in the future.

*CMI Report: Work Ready Graduates

**World Economic Forum: The Future of Jobs Report 2023

How is the 92 Programme assessed?

Assessment takes the form of a Professional Diary, which is a log capturing evidence of your learning, activities and reflections. This can be videos, photos or even audio.

This is supplemented with a reflective account, which links your experiences to your personal growth.

Why study at UA92

UA92 offer a deliberately different experience to traditional universities; with fixed morning or afternoon timetables and no end of year exams. Our industry-inspired courses, place character and personal development firmly at the core of the learning experience. This is more than a degree. It’s preparation for life.

Degrees awarded by the prestigious Lancaster University
No traditional end of year exams**
Study one module at a time
Courses co-designed with industry
Fixed morning or afternoon timetable***
Multiple start dates throughout the year
Focus on Character and Personal Development

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said they felt supported with their learning.

NSS Results 2025

UA92 scored higher than all Greater Manchester universities for Academic Support and Assessment and Feedback in the National Student Survey 2025.*

*compares UA92’s results against the 4 Universities in Greater Manchester: Manchester Metropolitan University, University of Salford, The University of Greater Manchester and The University of Manchester.

THIS COURSE IS TAUGHT AT

UA92 Business School

Our game-changing UA92 Business School in the city-centre of Manchester opened in September 2023. As our central hub for enterprise, it will transform the way we deliver our Business and Accounting courses. The campus is in the heart of Manchester’s thriving business district, less than one minute from Salford Central train station, and well connected to the rest of Manchester and beyond.

FIND US

UA92 Business School

Baskerville House

Browncross Street

Manchester UK

M3 5FS

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Careers In Business Management

What’s next for a Business Management graduate?

A business management degree at UA92 will set you up for the real world of business. You’ll leave with super-employable skills that give you options across a range of fast-paced sectors including retail, construction, technology finance, health and charity.

You’ll be ready to take on an influential role from day one, and pave your way to a rewarding career in anything from business development to marketing, human resources, management consultancy, project management or investment.

Whatever kind of business you go into, you’ll play an important role in building and developing its long-term sustainability, growth and profit. Your hard work will be rewarded, with an average salary for Business Management Graduate Schemes of £31,115 per year in the UK (Glassdoor).

91%

of graduates are engaged in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.*

FIND OUT MORE

UA92 is above the national average for graduate outcomes. The Graduate Outcomes survey is the biggest annual survey that captures the status of recent graduates who completed their studies at a higher education institution in the UK.

*Graduate Outcomes Survey Results released in 2025. National Average is 88%.

INDUSTRY PARTNERS

We have over 100 industry connections who support our mission to develop career-ready graduates. These partnerships provide you with access to industry-leading expertise, mentorship opportunities and work-place experiences.

Our industry partners play a vital role in shaping both the curriculum you study and your student experience. From delivering guest lectures and masterclasses to providing internships and graduate roles.

Meet the Business Team

Anastasios Traianos

Lecturer in Sports Management and Business

As a former international professional athlete with a strong academic background, I bring extensive experience across the sports business management industry, from high-performance competition to sport business, management and development. I am passionate about using the power of sport to drive growth, innovation, and opportunity, I strive to create transformative learning experiences that connect theory with real-world practice.

I feel committed to developing confident, motivated, and capable individuals, I aim to support every student in realising their full potential, in their studies, their careers, and their lives beyond the classroom.

Donna Walsh

Business Lecturer

I’m Business lecturer at UA92 with an eclectic career history, showing a a path does not have to be straight. Previously I have worked as a manager in day centers for adults with autism and challenging behaviors, project-managed the construction of a swimming pool, and have ran a successful childcare business before transitioning to teaching. A proud mother of two grown daughters and a dog lover.

Emma Gaskill

Course Leader: Accounting and Finance

I have over 10 years of industry experience in various accounting roles and a BSc Hons in Business Law, Post Grad Cert in Education, and AAT Level 4 qualifications. I have been teaching in Accounting and Finance / Accounting and Business at UA92 for 4 years. My specialism lies in all areas of accounting, particularly taxation. I am a fully licensed accountant with the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) and run a successful accounting and finance business.

Garret Keogh

Digital Marketing Lecturer

I’ve built my career at the intersection of creativity, data, and digital technology. Starting in the 90s editing leading tech magazines, I went on to lead digital content strategies for major brands like AOL and MTV and worked with top digital marketing agencies. Later, I founded my own marketing agency, partnering with global brands such as the BBC and Nike to deliver award-winning campaigns.

Today at UA92, I’m passionate about teaching students how storytelling, strong brand values, and ethical marketing practices combine to create impactful campaigns.

I believe marketing powered by original ideas, actionable insights, and integrity can shape brands that make a genuine difference in the world.

Jay Edwards

Lecturer in Digital Marketing

I have over 14 years of experience in the education sector, starting as a secondary school teacher and transitioning to higher education in 2023. My academic focus is on consumer behaviour, particularly in relation to minority communities in the UK. Since 2016, I have also worked in the industry, running marketing campaigns for non-profit events, hospitality, and global sports initiatives. Outside of academia, I serve as the Head of Marketing and an organiser for Southampton Pride, where I am dedicated to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. I am passionate about fostering an inclusive environment in both academic and community settings.

Kelly Henley

Head of Business

I have over 14 years of teaching experience in Higher Education. Before teaching, I was a HR Manager within the hospitality industry for a few leading brands. In 2009, I decided to take the leap and went back to university to get my teaching qualification at L7 Post compulsory Education. I have a passion for Teaching and Learning and am a big advocate for the students and supports students as a Course Leader for Business Management. My areas of expertise are Cross Cultural Management and Leadership. My current research interests are Strategic Leadership and HRM At UA92, as well as Course Leading. I am also the 92Programme Lead for the World of Business and the Lead for Teaching and Learning.

Mohammad Atcha

Lecturer in Accounting and Finance

I have worked in finance for the last 6 years across a wide range of sectors, from travel to financial services and investment management. I am passionate about incorporating my financial work experience to students, so they are best prepared to enter the workspace.

Outside of work I am a keen traveller and continue to tick new countries off my list, I also passionately follow Man United every weekend. During any spare time, I have a keen interest in single player strategy games which allows me switch off and keep my mind fresh.

Moussa Alzoubi

Business Lecturer

I am a lecturer in Business and Management. I finished PhD in Business management from Sheffield Hallam University 2023. I have worked with different universities around the UK. I am very passionate about innovation and how innovative impact firm performance.

Mudassar Sohail

Business Lecturer

I am a Lecturer in Business Management and the Module Leader at UA92 Business School. As of 2022, I obtained a Doctorate in Business Administration from University of the West of Scotland, MSc in Marketing from the University of Salford and MBA from University of Chester. Prior to this, I have worked at the University of Salford as a Lecturer and dissertation supervisor. In 2019, i was awarded with ‘Best Research

Natalie Walker-Craig

Sports Management Lecturer

I’m a Manchester Metropolitan University Graduate with over 25 years in the sports and leisure industry, putting great focus on creating inclusive, accessible activities and spaces for all. As a lead for equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives in Salford. I’ve managed community sports development teams and programmes, including redeveloping school and university sports facilities in Greater Manchester. I’m now a lecturer in Sport Business Management at UA92, passionate about inspiring and educating future sports leaders to champion diversity and community engagement in the industry. In my spare time, I enjoy playing golf and padel tennis.