Business Management BSc (Hons)

A Brighton Business Management BSc(Hons) degree prepares you for numerous rewarding career paths, including roles in management, consultancy, marketing, project leadership and entrepreneurship.

Business management courses at Brighton are taught by our School of Business and Law which is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (ASCSB) – a distinction held by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide.

Studying here at Brighton, you’ll be part of a community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. This course is packed with opportunities to build real-world experience, including a paid placement after year two and live brief modules across the course. Our inclusive approach to learning will help you go further; we’ll make sure you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best.

Brighton business management graduates go on to work as market and planning analysts, business development specialists, marketing managers and other roles in areas such as finance, entertainment and healthcare.

Top reasons to choose this course
• Comprehensive first year – all our business management degrees start with the same core modules, giving you a strong understanding of key areas such as marketing, entrepreneurship and finance before you specialise.



• Customise your degree from year two with a selection option modules, allowing you to focus on areas that match your career goals.



• Learn with our experienced academic team and guest speakers who bring real-world business knowledge into the classroom.



• You will be working on live client briefs and practical projects throughout your course, giving you experience that mirrors the way businesses operate.



• Boost your CV with an optional paid placement year and apply your learning to a real-world setting. Our students have completed placements at companies including American Express, BMW, Disney, Electronic Arts, IBM and Microsoft.



Why Brighton is a great place to study Business Management
Studying business management at Brighton means you’ll be based in a city with a thriving business community – from innovative start-ups and creative agencies to established firms across a range of sectors. Through guest lectures, placements and networking opportunities, you’ll gain valuable industry insights and connections to support your future career.

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate with confidence to kick-start your career. Work experience is guaranteed through placements on every course, and other opportunities like study abroad and working on real-world projects will make your CV stand out. Almost 9 out of 10 of Brighton’s UK graduates are working or studying just 15 months after finishing their course (Graduate Outcomes, 2025). And you'll be supported throughout, with Brighton's lifelong career support.

Brighton is a place where everyone belongs, and has been rated one of the most inclusive cities in the world (TimeOut 2025). The music and arts scene is up-and-coming, and the city hosts a full schedule of entertainment and events year-round. In fact, it's the number one creative city in the UK, making it a great place to live and study.

The University of Brighton doesn't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you smoothly transition to university. You’ll be invited to Belong at Brighton events to ensure you have the best start to university. You might also be eligible for elements of their award-winning Brighton Boost support package, including help with the cost of halls, travel, equipment and more - head to their website to see what you could get.

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