About program
Our unique Online Business Management program in England is crafted for individuals aiming to attain advanced secondary education (Advanced level). We issue our own certificates, allowing us to remain flexible and relevant in our training.
Viewing course details for 2024 year of entry
Code
BM8
Attendance
Full-time/part-time
Start
September 2024, January 2025
Fees
£8,000/sem.
Duration
1 year
Course Leader
Edward Brown
School / Department
Strategy, Leadership and Operations
Credits
120
About your course
In addition to enhancing your business skills, this module will deepen your understanding of organizations, including their functions, structure, and management. You will examine organizational operations and the models and techniques used to achieve success. The course includes two compulsory modules that focus on key aspects of managerial decision-making. The Entrepreneurship and Small Business module offers a solid foundation for starting and running your own business. Furthermore, you can customize your studies by selecting three modules from a list of four optional modules, allowing you to explore areas that interest you most.
How will I study this course?
You will study this course through a flexible distance learning approach that allows you to learn from home, work, or while traveling. You will have assessment deadlines to meet, but otherwise, you can schedule your study sessions at times that are convenient for you, accommodating your work, family, and social commitments.
Each module will provide access to a dedicated module website containing:
Each module will provide access to a dedicated module website containing:
- A week-by-week study planner, offering a structured pathway through your studies.
- Course materials including readings, videos, recordings, and self-assessed activities.
- Module forums for discussions and collaborative work with fellow students.
- Details of assignments with their respective due dates.
- A tutorial booking system, online tutorial rooms, and contact information for your tutor.
- Online versions of printed module materials and additional resources as required.
Compulsory modules
This module offers a comprehensive overview of strategic management within organizations. It covers both external and internal strategic analysis, fostering discussions on competitive strategies and business differentiation. Additionally, the module explores corporate and international strategies, examining the connections between the environment, strategy, and organizational culture.
This module aims to enhance your understanding and critical awareness of issues related to managing a modern workforce. You will explore how a progressively diverse workforce and the evolving nature of work and socio-economic conditions create new and unique challenges for managers. By utilizing cutting-edge research, case studies, and self-reflective exercises, you will be encouraged to critically reassess traditional management theories and practices and investigate alternative approaches to contemporary management issues.
This module helps you understand strategies commonly employed in professional discourse. It combines concepts and methods from applied linguistics and social psychology to manage professional communication across various business contexts. By examining and contextualizing these discourse strategies, you'll develop systematic and explicit methods for analyzing, evaluating, and crafting strategic communication.
Optional modules
This module introduces theories and techniques relevant to managing global demand and supply within the context of corporate and business unit strategies. You will gain critical insights into the design, implementation, and operation of global supply chains, and apply these insights to develop your own case studies.
This module aims to introduce the complexities of starting a business by integrating theories, concepts, and ideas from Finance, Marketing, and Strategy. You will develop a unique business plan, allowing you to learn, practice, and apply both academic and practical knowledge and skills, including teamwork, essential for establishing a new business. Additionally, you will gain an understanding of the complexities involved in operating a small business.
This module aims to enhance your critical understanding of the political, economic, and business management systems in Asian countries and their influence on international business.
All contemporary organizations operate in an increasingly dynamic environment. This module aims to develop your critical understanding of organizational change and how to manage it. You will explore various theoretical frameworks, concepts, techniques, and tools for effectively managing change.
The module aims to familiarize you with the mechanics, challenges, and issues surrounding various methods of financing enterprises. This includes understanding key financial statements, the process of financial planning, sources of funding, and the financial risks and rewards associated with entrepreneurship.
This module examines various methods of resolving disputes within business contexts, emphasizing legal strategies for effective conflict resolution. Topics include negotiation techniques, mediation, arbitration, and litigation processes. Students will learn how to assess the suitability of each dispute resolution method based on factors such as cost, time, confidentiality, and enforceability of outcomes. Case studies will illustrate real-world scenarios where businesses face disputes related to contracts, intellectual property, employment issues, and commercial transactions. Practical exercises will involve drafting dispute resolution clauses, conducting mock negotiations, and evaluating the implications of legal decisions on business operations. The module also explores ethical considerations in dispute resolution, promoting fairness, equity, and sustainable relationships among stakeholders.
This module examines the influence of cultural factors on business practices and strategies across global markets from a psychological perspective. Topics include cultural dimensions (e.g., Hofstede's cultural dimensions theory), intercultural communication, negotiation styles, leadership behaviors, and conflict resolution in diverse cultural contexts. Students will explore how cultural differences impact consumer behavior, marketing strategies, team dynamics, and decision-making processes in multinational corporations. Case studies and simulations will be used to analyze real-world challenges faced by global businesses and develop strategies for effective cross-cultural management. Practical exercises will involve cultural sensitivity training, cross-cultural leadership assessments, and developing global business strategies that consider cultural nuances. The module aims to equip students with the skills to navigate cultural diversity, leverage cultural differences as strategic advantages, and promote inclusive and collaborative global business practices.
How much will it cost for foreigners?
For foreign students studying outside of the UK, the cost structure for this qualification operates on a modular basis, ensuring affordability and flexibility in payment.
Typically, a qualification consists of several modules, each with its own fee. These fees are paid incrementally as you progress through your studies, avoiding the need for upfront payment of the entire qualification cost.
For international students, who are charged £8,000 per semester, this represents a specific semester-based fee structure. This approach helps international students plan their finances accordingly, making education more accessible and manageable without compromising on quality or opportunities for academic advancement.
Typically, a qualification consists of several modules, each with its own fee. These fees are paid incrementally as you progress through your studies, avoiding the need for upfront payment of the entire qualification cost.
For international students, who are charged £8,000 per semester, this represents a specific semester-based fee structure. This approach helps international students plan their finances accordingly, making education more accessible and manageable without compromising on quality or opportunities for academic advancement.
How the Business Management Supports Your Career
The enterprise component is a fundamental aspect of this course, providing essential skills whether you aim to establish your own business or seek employment opportunities. For aspiring entrepreneurs, the curriculum focuses on business planning, marketing strategies, and financial management. It includes practical projects where students collaborate on real-world initiatives. For aspiring employees, the emphasis is on understanding corporate culture, developing leadership capabilities, and fostering effective teamwork. Participants also have opportunities to network with professionals in their respective fields to enhance their career prospects.
Graduate Job Roles
This degree prepares you for a wide range of roles, including:
- Operations Manager
- HR Consultant
- Practice Manager
- Housing Officer
- Investment Banker
- Sales Manager
- Analyst
- Graduate Teaching Assistant
Graduate Employers
You could work in various sectors, including industrial, commercial, and third sector organizations such as:
- Larkspur Training
- Foxtons
- Next
- M&S
- William Hill
- Co-op
- Chase Anderson
- Southwark Council
Transferable Skills
By the end of the course, you will exhibit a mastery of business knowledge, proficiency in analytical thinking and problem-solving, and a high level of professional acumen essential for addressing challenges in a fast-paced corporate setting.
Program Features
Practical Training from Active Businesspeople
What sets our program apart is the active participation of owners from major international companies in its development and teaching. Unlike conventional university lecturers, our instructors bring extensive business experience, providing students with practical knowledge and skills directly applicable in today's business environment.
Variety of Courses
In addition to fundamental business management subjects, our program encompasses specialized courses in psychology, law, and the financial sector. This comprehensive curriculum enables students to gain a holistic understanding of various facets of business management.
Access to an Exclusive Community
We offer our students complimentary access to an exclusive closed group where accomplished individuals share insights and connect with peers who share similar goals. This community provides a valuable networking and experience-sharing platform that can significantly contribute to career success.
We offer our students complimentary access to an exclusive closed group where accomplished individuals share insights and connect with peers who share similar goals. This community provides a valuable networking and experience-sharing platform that can significantly contribute to career success.
Enroll in our Online Business Management program in England and gain the knowledge and skills necessary to advance in the business world!