What studying Business Management involves
Studying Business Management is about understanding organisations and how they are managed. It involves looking at how organisations respond to change – both internally and in the external environment in which they operate. Business Management is a very broad subject – covering everything from IT to personnel, finance to marketing.
A strong focus on Finance
This degree programme has a particular focus on the discipline of Finance within the business environment. It aims to give you an understanding of why this is such an essential aspect of any organisation and covers everything from finance reporting to management accounting.
Why study Finance with ICS?
Unlike some qualifications, this is a degree that's based in the real world. Instead of studying theoretical, academic topics, your focus is on business from the very start, and all the course materials are designed by Business Management and Finance experts. This is a broad-based degree, giving you a sound preparation for a wide range of careers.
Plus, recent studies have identified the key attributes sought by employers when recruiting graduates. These include many interpersonal and self-management skills, often ranking above academic merit.
Choosing to study your BA(Hons) Business Management (Finance) degree by distance learning demonstrates to employers that you not only have the necessary knowledge, skills and understanding, but also that you can manage time effectively, are self-motivated and already have a good work ethic – qualities that will make you stand out from the crowd.
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Is this the right degree for me?
If you can answer yes to the questions below, then you'll find that studying for a degree in Business Management (Finance) could be the right move for your career.
>Would you like to understand core business functions like marketing, operations, finance and IT?
>Are you interested in problem solving and decision making?
>Do you want to develop your numeracy, communication and IT skills?
>Would you relish the challenge of raising money for investment?
>Do you enjoy reading and thinking about Accounting and Finance?
>Would you like to gain flexible, employment-related skills?
Course Structure
One of the main benefits of an ICS course is flexibility. It is your choice how far you wish to take your studies – though we're sure once you see how rewarding learning with ICS can be, you'll be determined to achieve your full Honours degree.
In order to gain a Honours degree, you must successfully complete eighteen modules, including your final project. Each module is worth 20 credits and there are 120 credits at each level. However, if you decide to graduate early, you can choose from the following awards:
>An Ordinary Degree with 300 credits
>A Diploma of Higher Education with 240 credits
>A Certificate of Higher Education with 120 credits
Some modules can also be studied individually as part of your own personal development – and there are a great range of topics to choose from.
Take a look at the modules below to see what you will learn during your Business Management (Finance) course.
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