BA (Hons) in Business Management (Enterprise)

EU Business School

The BA (Hons) in Business Management (Enterprise) program is designed to prepare students to be future entrepreneurs, with the skills and knowledge to start their own businesses or to run departments within larger companies. The program presents a general business outlook while developing student's integrated perspective of business. This program helps to create a compelling personal point of view which will help students land their leading role. Students will also develop their skills in venture management, team project-planning and launching a business.

As the BA (Hons) in Business Management is a full-franchised program offered by the University of Derby, the selection criteria for admission is fully aligned with their Admissions Policy.

Degree Awarded
A U.K. state-recognized BA (Hons) in Business Management (International Business) degree from University of Derby, U.K.
This BA (Hons) program is additionally accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), which gives students the possibility of achieving an extra international qualification: CMI's Diploma in Management and Leadership.

Career Options

The BA (Hons) in Business Management with a pathway in enterprise is designed to help students gain entrepreneurial know-how and business knowledge. Graduates of this degree may be interested in the following career positions:

Entrepreneur

Entrepreneurs create their own business. To do this, they must raise capital and determine the business model and resources needed to convert their idea into a reality. Entrepreneurs assume risks on starting a company but also reap large rewards if their business is successful. An entrepreneur should have a wide range of business skills to be able to cover the skills needed to start a new venture.

Business Consultant

Helping companies to reach their targets, improve productivity and increase profitability are some of the many duties that business consultants undertake. Other duties include monitoring changes in the market and embracing new business models to help an enterprise reach its goals. A business consultant will undertake in-depth research into a company for a comprehensive understanding of its structure, processes and product features. They will also carry out research into competitor and the market to match opportunities.

A business consultant should have high analytical and research skills as well as be proficient in both written and verbal communication.

Innovation Manager

Innovation managers are in charge of developing new products, services and processes. These professionals lead new projects and are, by default, curious. They will pull ideas from other industries and typically like to challenge the status quo. They are not fazed by failure and have good interpersonal skills to help the organization accept the project.

An innovation manager is creative with skills in research and analysis. Given changes to be made, they must also possess communication and interpersonal skills to lead projects and convince stakeholders.

Business Development Manager

Business development managers will create and implement business plans to grow a company. They will look for opportunities in current markets by expanding to new sectors or will look for opportunities overseas. To succeed in international markets, knowledge of local culture, language, government regulations, competitors and markets are required. They will look to expand the current client portfolio and make new contacts. Competitor and market information must be collected and analyzed by professionals within this area.

Analytical, communication, research and numerical skills are needed for the position of business development manager.