BA (Hons) Management (2026 entry)
Gain a strong foundation in how businesses operate locally and globally with our BA (Hons) Management degree. Explore concepts such as globalisation, digital transformation and management to prepare you for a range of diverse business roles.
UK 2025
UK 2026 and beyond
International
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Typical offer: 120
Entry requirements -
Fees: £9,535 per year (UK)
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UCAS code: TBC
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Course length: Various
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Institute code: H36
This course is due to be validated at a Validation conditions event which will be held on 31 May 2025.
We anticipate that there will be further enhancements made to the course as a result of the Validation.
Our website and printed literature will be updated following completion of the Validation process in order to provide applicants with further confirmed details on the following:
- module titles
- whether the modules are core or optional
- the expected contact hours
- how the course will be assessed
- staff teaching on the course
A popular degree with employers recruiting graduates in business, marketing and HR
Gain real-world experience through live business challenges and study abroad and work placement opportunities
Ideal for those with entrepreneurial passions or managerial goals
Course overview
The BA (Hons) Management degree is designed to equip you with the essential skills, knowledge and practical experience required to excel in diverse professional environments. The programme focuses on applying theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios, ensuring you're well prepared for the dynamic challenges of the modern workplace. Aimed at students aspiring to a management career, the course provides a broad foundation that you will be able to apply across a range of industries and roles.
The curriculum is informed by industry stakeholders and prepares you for roles in graduate development programmes, management consulting, team leadership in smaller businesses, or entrepreneurship. By progressing through the themes of contextual working, higher performance working, and demonstrating effective output, you’ll develop the competencies needed to thrive in diverse professional environments.
Why choose this course?
Problem-based learning: Engage in real-world business challenges, honing problem-solving, decision-making, and collaboration skills.
Practical, real-world focus: Experience active learning through live business tasks, providing transferable skills for a management career.
Industry-relevant modules: Gain hands-on experience with projects and professional development opportunities to enhance employability.
Diverse expertise: Learn from a blend of academic experts and industry professionals with a wealth of experience across different sectors.
Career-focused approach: Develop intellectual, practical, and transferable skills tailored to the demands of the management sector.
Your future career
BA (Hons) Management graduates will be equipped for a wide range of management roles across various sectors, including private, public, and voluntary organisations. Potential careers include:
- business manager
- management consultant
- project manager
- business analyst
- business development manager
- entrepreneur (self-employment)
The course’s practical focus ensures you’ll develop the skills needed to succeed in diverse management roles.
What you'll study
The BA (Hons) Management degree covers essential management skills and knowledge, preparing you for a variety of careers in business.
In your first year, you’ll gain a broad understanding of the business environment, exploring different sectors, management practices, and challenges. You’ll focus on contextual working and design thinking, alongside the importance of social impact and cultural connections.
In your second year, the focus shifts to higher performance working, leadership development, and practical application. You’ll engage in collaborative projects, strategic decision-making, and career planning, gaining hands-on experience.
In your final year, you’ll demonstrate effective output through capstone projects and advanced modules. Business simulations, challenge-based learning, and project-based learning will immerse you in real-world scenarios, while industry-engaged client projects and design thinking workshops allow you to apply your knowledge and develop specialised skills for entrepreneurship, consultancy, and intrapreneurship.
What if I need support?
You'll benefit from an academic support team, wellbeing team and a personal tutor to help you adjust to the demands of university learning and living.
Additional support is available from our Student Success Team focused on inclusive learning and our dedicated Future Success network to help you with work experience, placements and graduate jobs.
You can also join and reach out to the Business School Student Voice community, a team of student representatives who regularly meet with staff to provide feedback and ensure teaching remains effective.
Our in-house Centre for Academic Skills Enhancement (CASE) is open to all Business School students, for extra support with academic writing, numeracy and referencing.
Where you'll study
You'll be taught on our modern de Havilland Campus, with our 24/7 Learning Resources Centre, offering open and private study spaces. You also get online self-study materials to further support you.
There are dining options, a bar, and a recreational space on campus where you can shoot some pool or play video games. It also houses Hertfordshire Sports Village, featuring a gym, swimming pool, coffee shop and climbing wall.
Discover the Enterprise Hub, a vibrant destination where local firms and students work and learn in comfort.
The Student Union bar and additional facilities are only a 20 minute walk (or short bus ride) away at our second campus, on College Lane. Student housing is available at both campuses.
A train to central London takes just over 20 minutes, and you are also conveniently located on the A1(M) with access to the road network, making travel quick and convenient.
How we support our students
At the University of Hertfordshire, we want to make sure your time studying with us is as stress-free and rewarding as possible.
We offer a range of support services, from childcare to counselling, ensuring that you make the most of your time at Herts and can focus on studying, having fun, and have the support you need.
Entry requirements
The University of Hertfordshire is committed to welcoming students with a wide range of qualifications and levels of experience. The entry requirements listed on the course pages provide a guide to the minimum level of qualifications needed to study each course. However, we have a flexible approach to admissions and each application will be considered on an individual basis.
| Typical offer (UCAS points) | (enter tariff range) |
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| Typical A Level offer | (enter range) |
| Typical IB offer | (enter range) |
| Typical BTEC offer | (enter range) |
| Typical T Level offer | (enter range) |
| GCSE | EG: Grade 4/C in English Language and 4/D Mathematics |
| Access courses | EG: An overall merit profile in 45 credits at Level 3. |
| Additional information | Find out more about our standard and contextual Undergraduate Entry Requirements. |
| English language | All students from non-majority English speaking countries require proof of English language proficiency, equivalent to an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band. If you do not have the required IELTS or equivalent for direct entry on to your degree programme, our Pre-sessional English and International Foundation courses can help you to achieve this level. |
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| Additional information | Find out more about International Entry Requirements. |
| Typical offer (UCAS points) | 120 |
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| Typical A Level offer | BBC-BBC |
| Typical IB offer | 120–120 |
| Typical BTEC offer | DMM–DMM |
| Accepted T Levels | Design Survey and Planning for Construction; Design Production, Design and Development; Education and Childcare; Healthcare Science; Health; Science; Digital Support Services; Digital Business Services; Onsite Construction; Building Services Engineering for Construction; Accounting; Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing; Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control; Finance; Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing; Management and Administration; Agriculture, Land Management and Production; Legal Services. |
| Access courses | 120 |
| GCSE | Grade 4/C in English Language and 4/C Mathematics. |
| Additional information | Find out more about our Undergraduate Entry Requirements |
| English language | All students from non-majority English speaking countries require proof of English language proficiency, equivalent to an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band. If you do not have the required IELTS or equivalent for direct entry on to your degree programme, our Pre-sessional English and International Foundation courses can help you to achieve this level. |
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| Additional information | Find out more about International Entry Requirements. |
Ready to apply?
UK and EU applicants with pre-settled/settled status in the UK
This course will open for applications in UCAS for 2026 entry. Please refer to our application guide for more information.
International and EU applicants without pre-settled status in the UK
Apply through Clearing
Fees and funding
At Herts, we’re dedicated to providing world-class teaching supported by industry-level facilities and incredible social spaces. We believe cost shouldn’t be a barrier to higher education, and we strive to keep both our standard and additional costs as low as possible.
| Study type | Fees | |
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| UK students | Full time | £9,535 for the 2026/2027 academic year |
| Part time | £1,190 per 15 credits for the 2026/2027 academic year | |
| EU students | Full time | £15,965 for the 2026/2027 academic year |
| Part time | £1,995 per 15 credits for the 2026/2027 academic year | |
| International students | Full time | £15,965 for the 2026/2027 academic year |
| Part time | £1,995 per 15 credits for the 2026/2027 academic year |
Tuition fees are charged annually. The fees quoted above are for the specified year(s) only. Fees may be higher in future years, for both new and continuing students. Please see the University’s Fees and Finance Policy (and in particular the section headed “When tuition fees change”), for further information about when and by how much the University may increase its fees for future years.
| Scholarships, grants and bursaries | Depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible for a non-repayable scholarship, grant or bursary to support your studies. |
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| Disabled Students' Allowance | The Disabled Students’ Allowance can cover any study-related costs you have because of a mental health problem, long term illness or any other disability. |
| Student loans | Find out about securing a student loan, from how much you could be eligible for to when you need to start making repayments. |
| Accommodation costs | We offer a great choice of student accommodation, on campus or nearby in the local area, to suit every student budget. |
| Additional course fees | Read more about additional fees in the course fact sheet. |
More about the course
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Applications open to international and EU students |
Yes |
Course length |
Full Time, 3 YearsPart Time, 6 YearsSandwich, 4 Years |
