Course summary

Studying BSc Business Management with Finance at the University of Salford gives you an understanding of the challenges faced by governments and organisations worldwide, as well as the skills and knowledge to work in a high-level business or managerial career. This industry-led course combines theory with professional experience, through live projects and professional placements. The Foundation Year of the four-year programme aims to provide understanding of the key subjects in business to meet the prerequisites for study on the associated degree programme. The key areas of study will be effective communication and study skills combined with key subjects in business. You will be introduced to basic theories and concepts within the disciplines to provide a basic knowledge in all related subject areas. The programme will introduce you to essential areas of business necessary for progression onto business, accounting or law degrees. You will learn how to apply business concepts to real life organisations and develop communication, IT and study skills. Following completion of the Foundation Year, you will progress on to year one of your selected degree for the remainder three years of your course (four years if you are choosing to do the professional placement year). With Professional Development options, exemptions from professional examinations such as ACCA, and Sage training embedded in your learning, graduating with a degree in Business Management with Finance means graduating with the necessary skills to take the first steps in your career. We have worked with industry partners to make sure the programme is highly practical, career-focused and industry-informed to prepare you for a successful management career. We are proud to work with our student panel to ensure our teaching is relevant, inclusive and respectful for all. Our staff are here to support your learning; on this course, 100% of students asked agree that staff are good at explaining things (University of Salford analysis of unpublished NSS 2020 data). All our undergraduate business courses are available with: • Placement Year - on the placement year option, you will not pay fees to the University and will earn a wage for the work that you do. • Study Abroad – study with one of our partner Universities for a semester or a year • Foundation Year – start with the fundamental areas of business and the key skill you need to study at University level. Find out more at www.salford.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/business-management-finance-foundation-year Our commitment to our students Our goal is to prepare you for a fulfilling life and professional career. Along the way, you’ll learn to be curious, adaptable and confident, ready to meet the digital, ethical and sustainability challenges of the 21st century. How will we - together - achieve this? Find out more at www.salford.ac.uk/salford-business-school/our-commitment-our-students.