Business Management and Human Resources

There’s no single secret to business success — but strong, ethical leadership is a non-negotiable. An organisation’s biggest asset is its people, and those people need the right culture in which to shine. They need nurturing, training, and sometimes even challenging; they need understandable strategies, achievable objectives, and shared, exciting goals.

That’s why human resource management (HRM) is so vital. If you think it’s just about payroll and attendance monitoring, think again.

On this business and HR degree, you’ll learn how the right leadership turns good businesses into great ones, inspiring productivity, performance, and profitability. From recruitment and reward to wellbeing, conflict resolution, and talent management, explore the anatomy of great business — the everyday things companies do to ensure their people are motivated, focused, capable, and confident. With roleplaying, employer-facing opportunities, live consultancy projects, and the chance to study abroad with one of our international partners, this is more than just the theory of HRM and management: this is its hands-on, everyday reality..

Every course includes at least eight weeks of professional experience, supported by strong employer links, placement opportunities, and long-term career support. NTU offers Gold-rated teaching (TEF 2023) and is an award-winning university recognised for its high-quality teaching, excellent learning resources and strong support.

Students benefit from world-class facilities, innovative learning spaces, and a vibrant community across five campuses in Nottingham and London. Whether you decide to live away from home or commute, NTU’s campuses are uniquely developed and easily accessible to meet the needs of students. Since 2020, the university has invested more than £200 million across its campuses, creating specialist facilities and industry-standard environments that enhance teaching, learning, and research. Nottingham is ranked among the UK's top student cities and is within one of the most affordable regions in England.

It has held Purple Flag accreditation for more than 16 years, recognising the quality, diversity, and safety of its evening and nighttime economy. With more than 15,000 student rooms within walking distance of NTU you’ll find accommodation to suit every budget. The university guarantees first-year accommodation for all students studying in Nottingham (T&Cs apply). Join NTU this September and experience academic excellence, career-focused learning, personalised support, and a vibrant student community.