Undergraduate Programmes in Business and Management

Business and management are the most popular disciplines among students because of their extensive application in different fields and industries. Explore the top five benefits of undergraduate business and management courses at GBS: 

1. Career-focused curriculum: GBS's business and management courses are shaped by industry needs. Our goal is to ensure that during your studies, you develop essential business skills, acquire practical knowledge and gain relevant experience that employers value. 
2. Flexible study options: Our undergraduate business and management programmes are designed with your commitments in mind, offering flexibility to students juggling work, family, and other commitments. You can take weekday, weekend, or evening classes as per course availability. 
3. Supportive learning environment: GBS is known for its personalised academic support and inclusive campus culture. We ensure that you receive the attention you need to achieve your academic and professional goals. At GBS, you will learn in a nurturing atmosphere where you can freely ask questions, seek guidance and engage in meaningful discussions. 
4. Industry engagement: You will learn about current business trends and challenges through guest lectures, real-world case studies, and enterprise initiatives. This hands-on learning approach will help you develop industry-focused skills and prepare you to thrive on your chosen career path. 
5. Clear progression pathways: At GBS, you can choose from a broad selection of undergraduate business degrees, each designed to meet diverse interests and career ambitions. You can choose from bachelor of arts courses in business and management to leadership-focused degrees such as applied business psychology. 

Undergraduate programmes in business and management are designed to reflect the demands of the evolving workplace.  GBS courses combine academic insight with practical experience to help you achieve your business objectives, whether you are seeking entry into the corporate world, launching your own venture, or bringing fresh ideas to your existing company. 

• Business: You can explore business dynamics at local and international levels, including strategy, finance, operations and marketing. Our business diploma and degree courses will help you build a solid foundation to pursue roles across sectors or continue in specialist areas. 
• Entrepreneurship: If you are an aspiring business owner, our global business and entrepreneurship degree can help you develop a mindset, master the latest tools and create strategies to build and sustain a successful business in the competitive marketplace. 
• Tourism management: GBS's bachelor's degree in tourism and management focuses on the business of hospitality, travel and tourism. You will develop the essential skills for a career in management within this vibrant and booming industry. 
• Project management: If you enjoy planning, organising and leading initiatives, our BSc course in project management can help you build core skills in managing teams, meeting timelines, and staying within the budget across various sectors. 
• Applied business psychology: Combined with the principles of psychology and business practices, our honours degree in applied business psychology will help you understand consumer behaviour, improve organisational performance, and how to lead effectively. 

Graduating with an undergraduate degree in business and management can help you explore a variety of career pathways in various sectors, such as: 

• Business Analyst  
• Operations Manager  
• Project Coordinator  
• Marketing Executive  
• Sales Manager  
• HR Officer  
• Financial Services Associate  
• Entrepreneur / Business Owner  
• Management Consultant  
• Customer Experience Manager  
• Supply Chain Analyst  
• Retail Manager  
• Business Development Executive  
• Tourism and Hospitality Manager  
• Social Enterprise Founder 

The Enterprise Hub is an initiative by GBS to support the entrepreneurial ambitions of our students. Officially launched in Birmingham, the hub is a catalyst for innovation. You will receive professional advice and learn how to pitch your ideas to potential investors. Whether you are developing a business idea or exploring new ventures, the Enterprise Hub will empower you to transform your ambitions into action. It embodies our commitment to practical learning and will help you take bold steps towards becoming a future business leader.