Bachelor of Business in Business (Bachelor of Business, Honours, Year 4, L8, 60 ECTS)

Financial Performance Management 

This module aims to develop the ability to critically evaluate financial theory, and apply financial management concepts to various business situations. Students will be equipped to develop an underpinning appreciation of modern global financial theories and the ability to apply appropriate financial performance management interventions.

Strategic Marketing 

This module develops and applies the student’s marketing knowledge to honours degree level. It enables the student to develop plans for organisations which optimise resources to maximise returns in a way which aims to achieve sustainable competitive advantage. Applied Strategic Marketing includes all the basic and long term marketing activities, which include: Analysing the business environment, opportunities available and identify threats; and Analysing available resources, unique competences and likely future developments to formulate, evaluate and select best-fit options and decisions to meet the objectives of the business organisation.

Decision Making and Business Analytics

The module aims to develop the ability to understand, analyse and use financial information as part of strategic planning and implementation process within an organisation. The student will develop an awareness of issues in financial reporting and corporate finance, as well as developing a strong foundation for further study. The module will provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to evaluate business situations from a financial viewpoint, and to enable them to play a key role in financial decision-making and control at an executive level within an organisation.

Applied Practice 4 – Crafting and Executing Strategy 

This module is designed to enhance the student’s understanding and the capacity to evaluate critically the theory of strategic management and the challenges facing senior management in formulating strategy. The nature and complexity of the business environment will provide the framework for the development of skills and competencies to facilitate an analysis of resources and strategic capability across the organisation. Through case
studies, group discussions and evaluative exercises, participants will learn how to appraise and select strategic options in relation to an organisation’s vision, structure and goals. The module also provides coverage of particular problems inherent in strategy implementation, change management, and management across cultures. The module will be applied to the candidates’ workplace and for those candidates that are not currently in
employment, they will be supported with a live case study.

Business Ethics and Sustainability 

This module introduces students to the topic of business ethics and sustainability by covering aspects of moral philosophy, ethics in business, sustainable development, corporate social responsibility and environmental social governance.
On completion of the module students will develop an understanding of how ethical and sustainable practices can be utilised as a source of competitive advantage in business.

Managing People and Organisational Change 

The aim of this module is to develop the students’ ability to apply knowledge gained in formal lectures and tutorials to practical HR situations and to further the students’ analytical and problem-solving skills in relation to human resource management issues. In addition, this module will enable the students to develop a critical awareness of good human resource theory and practice and its significance within a range of managerial situations.

Minimum Entry Requirements

This programme will be delivered online though our virtual learning environment.

Each 10-credit module normally equates to approximately 200 total learning hours. Total learning hours include the time spent in class, such as lectures, tutorials, and practical elements, as well as time spent working independently outside of college.

The balance between these varies by discipline and level of study, and learners should be aware that workload will increase at particular times, especially when assignments are due.

The programme is assessed through a combination of continuous assessments & project work.

Applications will close on 28th August 2026 at 5pm.

Places are allocated on a first come first served basis

Programme run subject to viable numbers