BSc Applied Management

Entry requirements

A minimum of 112 tariff points and a grade 4/C at GCSE in English and maths.

If you do not meet these requirements but have other qualifications or work experience, get in touch so we can review your options.

Months of entry

January, May, September, November

Course content

Who is this for?

Unlock your career in management across a range of industries. Ideal for managers of the future, you’ll learn core business management disciplines and the relevant impact factors that affect them, from sustainability to AI and workforce automation.

Whether you’re looking to create your own company, drive innovation at a startup, or make your mark on a large national or multi-national organisation, you’ll be set to pursue your career ambitions with the confidence that you’re backed by our expert management teaching, utilising cutting-edge learning methods.

Why choose this programme?

• Expert skills development in the core competencies of business and management
• Learn high-level problem diagnosis, with the ability to review a range of possible solutions and justify decision-making
• Have the confidence to take responsibility for high impact business decisions, while managing and leading others
• Business theory and principles are embedded in their wider economic, social, and environmental impact
• Learning tailored to a range of business and management roles, supporting your career aspirations

What will you learn?

• Gain an in-depth understanding of internal business functions, including operations, finance, sales and marketing, human resource management, accounting, technology, and the impact of AI
• Learn the roles and tasks of management, from the processes of strategic decision-making, to setting direction and achieving results
• How to build and lead high-performing teams, with the technical ability to lead change and innovation, manage risk, and develop stakeholder relationships through effective communication
• Promote responsible leadership and entrepreneurship, embracing equality, diversity, and inclusion
• Study the impact of the external environment on organisations, and the application of ethical issues in business activities
• Solve practical and theoretical problems with new mathematical, data analytical and IT skills
• Master a range of tools to advise and influence stakeholders, confidently communicating ideas and arguments

How are you supported?

• Our tutors are experienced industry experts with a passion for sharing their knowledge to maximise your career potential
• Support is available from our Engagement team who will reach out before you arrive and will be on hand during your first term to help you settle in. As you progress, our Programme Support team is also available to answer all your queries
• Benefit from BPP’s learning environment, The Hub, which provides 24/7 access to all your learning materials and resources including recorded lectures, workbooks, practice questions and online quizzes
• Our dedicated Careers team is here for you during and after your course to put you on track for career success

How is your programme structured?

The programme is structured into three terms per academic year. Attendance at all scheduled teaching sessions is mandatory and for international students, regulated by the requirements of the terms of your study visa under the Student Route.

Year 1

• Introduction to Management (20 credits)
• Managing People (20 credits)
• Sustainability Management (20 credits)
• Communication Skills for Managers (20 credits)
• Global Business Fundamentals (20 credits)
• Marketing in a Digital World (20 worlds)

Year 2

• Applied Project Management (20 credits)
• Applied Operations Management (20 credits)
• Leadership in Practice (20 credits)
• Digital Business and Emerging Technologies (20 credits)
• Business Finance for Managers (20 credits)
• International Business in the Global Economy (20 credits)

Year 3

• Data Analysis and Management Decision Making (20 credits)
• Applied Management Business Report Proposal (20 credits)
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation (20 credits)
• Strategic Management Sustainability and Ethics (20 credits)

Applied Management Business Report (40 credits)