Rural Enterprise Management
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
UCAS Code: 238A | Bachelor of Arts - BA
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
UCAS Code: 238A | 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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Our Rural Enterprise Management programme engages students in contemporary business thinking and prepares you to contribute to a more responsible business future. The course focuses on how business can become the solution to both local and global issues, rather than the cause of them. A key part of the programme is understanding the green economyand the circular economy, as well as exploring modern concepts such as neurodiversity in the workplace.
We believe there is a need to move away from traditional, profit-focused business models and shift towards sustainable and ethical approaches. This course aims to equip you with the tools to succeed in the growing field of rural enterprise management. You will learn about the unique characteristics, challenges, and opportunities faced by rural enterprises, and how to manage them effectively. This includes a strong focus on the rural economy, business environments, and how they operate within a changing global context.
Throughout the programme, you will adopt a forward-thinking mindset, considering the impact of your decisions on both business and society. This future-facing approach will prepare you to contribute to sustainable futures, ensuring that businesses play a positive role in the world.
As a student, you will develop a range of professional and intellectual skills, including critical thinking, complex problem solving, creativity, and reflection. These are vital skills that will support your development in professional environments. Additionally, you will enhance your transferable management skills, giving you the flexibility to pursue various career paths within the rural sector and beyond.
Modules
Year One – Level 4
In your first year, you will build a strong foundation in business management, with a focus on sustainability and the rural economy. You’ll explore modules such as Global Business Challenges, Financial Management for Business Sustainability, and Sustainable Enterprise. These will help you understand the key issues facing businesses today, both locally and globally.
Compulsory
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)
Year Two – Level 5
Your second year will dive deeper into rural business dynamics and the impact of innovation and policy. You’ll study modules such as Technological Change and Innovation, Rural Business and Diversification, and Rural Resilience. These will equip you with skills in research, analysis, and managing the unique challenges of rural enterprises.
Compulsory
Technological Change and Innovation (20 credits)
Business Inquiry & Research (20 credits)
Internship and Volunteerism (20 Credits)
Politics and Policy Analysis (20 Credits)
Rural Business and Diversification (20 credits)
Rural Resilience (20 credits)
Optional
International Mobility Opportunity (60 Credits)
Year Three – Level 6
In your final year, you’ll apply your learning in real-world settings through a work-based placement and advanced modules such as Strategies for Resilience and Prosperity and Project Management for Sustainability. You’ll also undertake a Sustainable Business Dissertation, allowing you to focus on an area of interest within rural enterprise management, preparing you for a successful career.
Compulsory
Globally Responsible Business (20 credits)
Strategies for Resilience and Prosperity (20 credits)
Sustainable Business Dissertation (40 Credits)
Project Management for Sustainability (20 credits)
Social Entrepreneurship (20 credits)
Assessment methods
The Rural Enterprise 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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