Marketing and Management with Placement Year BA (Hons)

**Course details**<br/>Study leading-edge marketing knowledge from analytics to behavioural science. from distinguished academics and industrial experts. Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), you will gain insights into the strategic decision-making in marketing and the effective techniques used to drive impacts on brands and consumer behaviour in the fast-paced business world. <br/>Drawing from the excellent research and long-established industry connection worldwide, this varied and dynamic course helps you to become an innovative and influential global business thinker.<br/><br/>**Why Durham University?**<br/>You will be based in Durham University’s Business School, one of the UK’s longest established business schools – an inspiring and stimulating learning environment that consistently ranks highly for the quality of teaching, research and for graduate prospects. <br/>Develop the skills and mindset of an effective future leader at one of the UK’s leading business schools. Our undergraduate courses are informed by the latest research and our strong links with industry add real-world value from day one.<br/>Built on a firm foundation and rooted in best practice, our business, management and marketing courses are designed to inspire and challenge you, while developing the qualities that are important in future leaders. <br/><br/>**Facilities**<br/>You’ll be taught across the University campus by world leading academics from the Business School with access to modern, spacious meeting rooms and study areas.<br/>Resources include up-to-date financial information and online databases. In addition, you’ll have access to Durham University’s prestigious libraries and archives.<br/><br/>**Rankings**<br/>**Top 100** in the QS World University Rankings 2026<br/>**21** subjects in the World Top 100 (QS World University Rankings 2025)<br/>**5th** in the UK Complete University Guide 2026<br/>**5th** in the UK Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025<br/>**6th** in the Guardian University Guide 2025<br/><br/>**Career Opportunities**<br/>Our students graduate with a thorough understanding of management theories, marketing strategies and consumer behaviour, as well as the commercial awareness, IT and problem-solving skills that are highly valued by employers in the UK and internationally. This combination of academic knowledge and transferable skills will open up a range of career possibilities in the corporate world and beyond.<br/>Our focus on employability extends beyond the classroom. You will benefit from employability-focused events that will give you a competitive edge in the job market. From interview advice and employer talks to business-tailored careers fairs, we work with you to achieve your goals. <br/>Previous graduates have gone on to work as business managers, marketing specialists, civil servants, management consultants and business analysts working for companies such as Virgin Media, NHS England, Amazon, Barclaycard and PwC.