Business and Management Studies (with a professional placement year) BSc (Hons)

**1st in the UK for annual research income in 2021/22 (Chartered Association of Business Schools)**<br/><br/>**Top 15 in the UK for Business and Economics (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2024)**<br/><br/>**About the course**<br/><br/>Join a Business School committed to sustainability, with innovative approaches to management, and research excellence in areas such as the future of work, the digital workplace and sustainability.<br/><br/>You’ll be taught by highly qualified teachers and leading researchers. With their support, you’ll develop the skills and confidence to succeed in business and to become a leader of tomorrow. You’ll study in an open and inclusive environment – we passionately believe everyone can succeed. On the course, you’ll:<br/><br/><br/>- develop an extensive understanding of business and organisations within a broader societal context<br/><br/><br/>- gain the foundation for success in a diverse, global environment<br/><br/><br/>- benefit from having an academic success adviser who will help you develop academic study skills including critical thinking, presenting, academic writing and self-management.<br/><br/><br/>From psychology to law and modern languages, you take electives from other subjects to open your mind to other disciplines and tailor your degree to your interests. You also have the opportunity to apply for a professional placement year.<br/><br/>When you graduate, you’ll be fully prepared for a management career. Whether you want to work in generalist or specialist management roles, marketing, social enterprise, human resources or start your own business – our flexible approach will boost your employment prospects.<br/><br/>**About the University of Sussex Business School**<br/><br/>Our work draws on management, economics, science, technology and innovation studies, to make an impact on the future of people and institutions the world over. We study the issues that matter, in order to transform our world and your future. Our expertise puts you at the forefront of our research, helping you make an impact on policy, practice and people.<br/><br/>Social responsibility and sustainability are important to us. We incorporate the seven Principles for Responsible Management into our teaching and research.<br/><br/>**Location**<br/><br/>Study on our beautiful green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton and Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.