Business Management (Modern Languages), BSc (Hons), with industry placement

This degree suits those interested in business management and modern languages, integrating core business principles with language acquisition. In the first year, students explore essential business modules and taster sessions in Mandarin, French, Italian, German, and Spanish to select a focus language. Subsequent years involve beginner and intermediate language studies, alongside compulsory and optional business modules such as Marketing, Human Resource Management, and Project Management. The third year features a placement for practical industry experience, supported by our employability team, while accreditations from the Chartered Management Institute and Chartered Institute of Management Accountants enhance career prospects through real-world projects.Assessment includes diverse methods like business reports, group presentations, and reflective logs, fostering strong research, analytical, and communication skills to prepare graduates for professional environments. For detailed programme information, visit our webpage or contact us.

Your first year of study is made up of 7 compulsory modules covering key elements of Business Management. Compulsory modules are studied by all students on the programme, meaning you are automatically enrolled. Examples of compulsory modules include: • Marketing • Human Resource Management • Operations Management To complete your first years teaching and learning, students will undertake a taster module, experiencing the following languages: Mandarin, French, Italian, German, and Spanish. Then in your second and third years of your study, you will select one of the above languages as your focus. Your second and third years will also comprise of a mixture of compulsory and optional modules. The split between compulsory and optional choice will depend on the Business specialism you have chosen. Examples of 2nd and 3rd year optional modules include: • Project Management • Application Development • Lean Operations • Digital Marketing • Sustainable Tourism Your final year will include a large compulsory project for all Business Management students, including both group and individual assessment, further preparing you for the world of work. For the full programme structure and module breakdown, please visit our webpage at https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/som/business-management/