Business Management and Economics Top-Up

About the course

BSc Business Management and Economics (Top-up) is designed for students who have completed a relevant foundation degree, HND or equivalent qualification and wish to progress to a full honours degree. The course integrates advanced business management concepts with economic analysis, enabling you to understand how organisations operate within local and global markets.

You will examine strategic management, economic policy and market behaviour, developing the analytical and decision making skills required in complex business environments. Business and Management at Roehampton is recognised for its focus on employability and practical application, supporting your transition into professional roles across multiple sectors.

What you’ll study

You’ll build a solid foundation in strategic management and applied economics, while gaining professional skills valued across corporate, financial and public sectors, including economic analysis, strategic planning, financial interpretation, leadership, problem solving and professional communication.

Modules offered can vary each year but may include:

• Strategic Management

• Managerial Economics

• International Business Strategy

• Economic Policy and Global Markets

• Business Research Project

How you’ll learn

You will learn through:

• Interactive lectures and seminars that develop advanced business and economic knowledge

• Analysis of real world case studies and economic data

• Group projects that strengthen collaboration and strategic thinking

• Assessments including reports, presentations, examinations and a final research project

• Academic support through personal tutoring and structured feedback

You will also have access to digital learning resources and online business and economic databases to support independent research and analysis.

Future opportunities

This degree prepares you for graduate roles that require both commercial awareness and economic insight. You will develop the analytical capability to interpret market trends and contribute to strategic decision making within organisations.

• Business analyst

• Economic analyst

• Management consultant

• Policy adviser

• Project manager

The course also provides a strong foundation for postgraduate study in business, economics or related fields.

Facilities

You will study in modern learning environments designed to support applied business and economics education.

• Dedicated business teaching spaces for lectures and seminars

• Access to financial and statistical databases

• Computer suites equipped with industry standard analytical software

• Collaborative learning spaces for group work and research

These facilities support your academic development and help you apply business and economics knowledge with confidence.

Roehampton offers something genuinely distinctive: a supportive campus community in Southwest London, combined with the opportunities of one of the world's great cities. It's the perfect balance, giving you access to exciting career opportunities, world-class culture and industry connections, alongside a real sense of belonging.

Students choose from a wide range of undergraduate subjects, taught by expert academics with real-world experience built in. With a thriving Students' Union, competitive sport and a campus that feels like home, there's a rich life beyond the lecture hall too.

Live where everything happens. With on-campus halls, affordable prices and bills included, you’ll enjoy a hassle-free place to call your own - while stepping straight into a friendly, ready-made community. Plus, Roehampton is ranked the best-value student accommodation in London (Monzo), so you get more for your money.

With generous scholarships, bursaries, and a dedicated commuting bursary, Roehampton is committed to making sure finance is never a barrier. Whatever your background or responsibilities, Roehampton is designed to help you thrive.