What studying Business Management involves
Studying Business Management is about understanding organisations and how they are managed. It involves looking at how they respond to change – both internally and in the external environment in which they operate. It's a very broad subject – covering everything from finance to marketing. Within the overall business environment, this programme focuses on Human Resources Management.
Managing the most valuable resource
This course clearly shows why any successful business takes people management very seriously. The programme examines important HR issues, such as recruitment and retention of staff, their training and development, negotiation and reward – as well as the law and how it affects employment issues.
Why study Human Resources with ICS?
A BA (Hons) degree in Business from ICS will give your a great start in your business career. 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 Human Resources experts.
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 (Human Resources) 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 Business Management (Human Resources) degree could be the right move for your career.
>Are you interested in working with people to help them achieve their potential?
>Do you have good numeracy, communication and IT skills?
>Do you have a flair for leadership, motivation and team building?
>Do you want to learn about all aspects of the way a business functions?
>Do you enjoy solving problems and making decisions?
>Do you want to learn 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 (Human Resources) course.
Start your Business Management (Human Resources) Degree today - enrol on the first 2 modules here!