Business and Management
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
UCAS Code: 227W | Bachelor of Arts - BA
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
UCAS Code: 227W | Bachelor of Arts - BA
Entry requirements
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88 UCAS points. Other equivalent qualifications are accepted and the admissions panel will consider each application on an individual basis. Please note also that our offers are not based solely on your academic achievements; we take into account your full range of skills, experience and attainments when considering your application. The degree welcomes applicants who have previously studied business for a natural progression. Those who have studied other subject areas will transfer well. Those with work experience, but few formal qualifications, may also join the programme. A-Level and Edexcel awards, as well as a range of other certificates at this level from UK, EU and International bodies are respected. Grades are important; however, our offers are not solely based on academic results. We are interested in creative people that demonstrate a strong commitment to their chosen subject area and therefore we welcome applications from individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. To assess student suitability for their chosen course we normally arrange interviews for all applicants at which your skills, achievements and life experience will be considered as well as your qualifications.
About this course
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Are you interested in Business and Management and want to help shape a better future? Our course, based at Carmarthen campus, is designed to prepare you for a career in a rapidly changing global environment. You will learn how responsible business can drive positive change in social, cultural, environmental, and economic areas.
This programme will deepen your understanding of organisations, their management, the economy, and the business environment. You’ll develop essential professional skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and reflection. Our course encourages a forward-thinking and innovative approach, helping you understand the impact of actions and how both business and society can adapt for sustainable futures.
You’ll explore key areas like social justice, ethics, and well-being and see how these relate to business and management. Our aim is to help you become a global citizen who contributes to a sustainable world through your career and personal life.
Throughout your studies, you will gain digital skills and analytical skills, learn about marketing, human resource management, and leadership. You will also delve into management practice, organisational behaviour, and business operations. Topics like corporate strategy, supply chain management, and accounting will also be covered to ensure you have a well-rounded understanding of the field.
The programme is designed to be entrepreneurial and innovative, encouraging you to think creatively and develop new ideas. By the end of the course, you will be equipped with quantitative skills and prepared to tackle modern business challenges with an ethical mindset.
Join us and become part of a generation that shapes business thinking and contributes positively to the world.
Speak Welsh? 40 credits of this course are available through the medium of Welsh.
Modules
In the first year, you will build a foundation in business management principles. You will study accounting, marketing, and human resource management. Key skills like digital literacy, quantitative analysis, and problem-solving will be developed through engaging, practical modules.
• Global Business Challenges (20 credits)
• Financial Management for Business Sustainability (20 credits
• Contemporary Management Approaches (20 credits)
• Distinctiveness and Regeneration (20 credits)
• Learning and Collaboration for Global Citizenship (20 credits)
• Sustainable Enterprise (20 credits).
In the second year, you will deepen your understanding of management practice and organisational behaviour. Courses will cover corporate strategy, supply chain management, and business operations. You will also enhance your critical thinking and creative skills while working on real-world business problems.
Compulsory
• Business Inquiry and Research (20 credits)
• Technological Change and Innovation (20 credits)
• Internship and Volunteerism (20 credits)
• Politics and Policy Analysis (20 credits)
• Responsible Marketing (20 credits)
• Working in an Inclusive World (20 credits)
Optional
• International Mobility Opportunity (60 credits).
In the final year, you will focus on advanced topics such as leadership, innovation, and sustainability. You will explore entrepreneurial ventures and engage in strategic management projects. This year prepares you to graduate as a confident, ethical, and innovative business professional ready to make a global impact.
• Strategies for Resilience and Prosperity (20 credits)
• Sustainable Business Dissertation (40 credits)
• The Green Economy (20 credits)
• Globally Responsible Business (20 credits)
• Digital Business (20 credits)
Assessment methods
The BA Business and Management programme is assessed by a combination of innovative and more traditional methods which are designed to develop students’ understanding, problem-solving and creative thinking during their three years of study.
Assessments are closely linked to learning activities, where students build understanding and skills in weekly sessions and are able to learn from formative assessment throughout the programme.
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