Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Business Management

The BA (Hons) Business Management is a future-focused undergraduate programme designed to develop confident, capable, and career-ready business professionals. Delivered in partnership with Arden University, this degree blends academic rigor with work-based learning and experiential learning, making it ideal for students who want to apply theory directly to practice.

You’ll explore key areas such as finance, digital marketing, innovation, people management, and data analysis—building a strong foundation for leadership in any industry. The programme places a special emphasis on entrepreneurship, empowering students to launch and grow their own ventures, and on international business, preparing graduates to thrive in global markets and multicultural environments. Whether you’re launching a startup, managing corporate operations, or driving change in social enterprises, this programme will help you make a lasting impact.

This course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute, Institute of Leadership and Management, and by the Institute of Enterprise and Entrepreneurs supporting your career and connecting you with like-minded professionals.

The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) promotes excellence in UK management and leadership. As the CMI possesses a Royal Charter, they are the only organization in the UK that can award Chartered Manager status to their members – the gold standard in management. With 140,000 members, the institute aims to boost career development across the management sector and connect like-minded professionals.

As an Arden student, you’ll have free CMI Membership throughout your studies, giving you access to a range of additional resources including a mentoring service and invitations to networking events both online and offline.

The Institute of leadership and management (ILM) is a professional membership body for leaders and managers, with a mission of inspiring great leadership through qualifications, training, and cutting-edge research. The institute is a globally recognized mark of quality for its members and provides valuable insights through its vast industry links and publications.

As an Arden student, you’ll receive free membership to ILM for a year after your graduation, giving you access to over a thousand comprehensive learning resources, including webinars, videos, leadership assessment tools, a dedicated e-learning tool, careers advice, and networking opportunities.

The Institute of Enterprise and Entrepreneurs (IOEE) is the first learning institute dedicated to developing and recognising enterprise and entrepreneurial skills. Arden University has been recognised as an IOEE Academy and our courses are accredited. This demonstrates our commitment to equipping students with the skills needed to set up and run their own business, work in a small enterprise, or bring entrepreneurial skills to a larger organisation.

Course Details

During your studies you will gain a wider understanding of business functions, operations, and cutting-edge technologies in a range of exciting industries. You will also develop inspiring personal and management attributes in dedicated skills-related modules to help build your soft skills and leadership abilities. Learning research and data analysis techniques using academic and industry focused texts, articles, and reports, you will gain a better understanding of contemporary business and management, with the ability to analyze practical case studies drawn from a range of international organizations.

Authentic Assessments, No Exams

Unlike most traditional degree courses, you don’t need to sit any exams, and you won’t need to spend the summer at home writing a dissertation either. Your assessments have been designed to help you apply your learning to real-word scenarios. This means you’ll be better prepared to apply the skills you’ve gained on the course to your professional role after graduation.

As you work through your course modules you will have the chance to complete a range of useful assessment methods such as individual reports, case study analyses, group presentations, and personal independent assignments devised in consultation with your course module leader. Your assessments will have an emphasis upon personal discovery, digital technology, the application of theory to real world business, and management practice and innovative thinking.

We encourage you to be innovative when carrying out your assignments and assessments. You can create podcasts, videos, infographics, consultancy reports, campaigns, posters, interviews, debate sessions, and more. This approach will help you develop skills you will use in the real world, and most of all, it is a fun and engaging way to demonstrate your knowledge and development.

Flexible Learning – How Does It Work?

Our flexible on-campus study mode gives you the best of both worlds: engaging face-to-face classes with expert tutors combined with independent learning through iLearn, Arden’s online learning platform. Here, you will have all your course materials, plus access to a vast digital library with eBooks, journals, and databases – everything you need is included in your tuition.

You’ll study in 10-week blocks, focusing on two modules simultaneously. Each week includes classroom sessions, independent study, and hands-on projects, allowing you to apply what you learn in real-world scenarios, from industry simulations to career-focused activities.

Beyond learning, you’ll be part of a vibrant student community by collaborating on group projects, connecting with peers, attending events, and building networks that will support your career. Our tutors are there every step of the way, ensuring you feel guided, supported, and ready to succeed.

This flexible approach allows you to balance your studies with part-time or full-time work, personal commitments, and life, all while preparing for a rewarding global career. With us, you’re not just earning a degree – you’re shaping your future.