Business Management with Marketing BSc (Hons) — 2027 entry

Marketing is embedded in our society and is key to any business. This CIM-accredited degree will help you think analytically and critically while approaching marketing in a creative, multidisciplinary and practical way so you can influence and shape people's decisions. You will leave Surrey with a set of skills for a career in a range of occupations, including digital marketing, communications, brand management, customer experience, strategy, sustainability and marketing analytics.

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Key course information

Typical offer
ABB
Start date
September 2027
Full time
3 years
UK fees
£10,050
Overseas fees
£24,600
UCAS code
N494
Campus
Stag Hill

Why choose this course?

  • Our BSc Business Management with Marketing gives you a well-rounded understanding of modern marketing, covering brand management, digital strategy, consumer behaviour, and data-driven insights. You’ll learn how to create real value for customers while building strong, long-term relationships - skills that employers look for.
  • This programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), so you can fast-track your career with exemptions from some professional marketing exams.
  • You will develop a strong marketing skillset by focusing on ethical awareness and highlighting the importance of equality, diversity, and inclusivity, in a local and global context.
  • On this flexible course, you’ll be taught by experts from Surrey Business School who are subject leaders in their field and will apply theory to real-world applications.
  • You can also take the opportunity to get industry-ready with our award-winning Professional Training placements.

We’re preparing you for the future by integrating AI into every course, building digital skills, confidence and creativity that employers value in tomorrow’s workplace.

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Statistics

90%

Of our Surrey Business School graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduating (Graduate Outcomes 2026, HESA)

9th in the UK

Marketing is ranked 9th in the UK for overall student satisfaction* in the National Student Survey 2026

*Measured by % positivity based on Q1-24 for all providers listed in the Guardian University Guide league table, 'Marketing' grouping.

Accreditation and/or recognition

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Chartered Institute of Marketing accredited degree logo

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“ The combination of marketing classes and business management classes makes this course really interesting; you will learn so much more about business than you know now. ”

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What you will study

Our BSc (Hons) Business Management with Marketing programme is specifically designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge that will support you for the marketing challenges of the future.

You will study a combination of business management and marketing theory and practice that will help you prepare for various types of jobs, from managing international digital campaigns to launching innovative marketing strategies.

You will explore psychological elements such as consumer behaviour, while learning how to manage exceptional customer experiences and build a brand. You will also develop a valuable understanding of research methods, consumer insights and marketing analytics to measure your performances.

You will gain this knowledge through applied projects and authentic assessments that emulate realistic jobs’ tasks. This will help you develop your critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

All our business management students follow the same first year in order to build a solid foundation on which to specialise. This means you can transfer to any of our other business management degree pathways ahead of your second year:

Professional recognition

BSc (Hons) - Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

BSc (Hons) - Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
Accredited by The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) for the purpose of gaining CIM qualifications through the Graduate Gateway.

Foundation year

If you don’t meet our entry requirements, you might still be able to apply for this degree with a Business, Finance and Accounting Foundation Year. This is an extra year of study to develop your skills and make it easier for you to get started at university. On successful completion of your foundation year, you’ll be ready to progress to the first year of your degree.

To see what modules you’ll be studying, refer to the foundation tab in the ‘course structure’ section.

Course structure

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The academic year is divided into two semesters of 15 weeks each. Each semester consists of a period of teaching, revision/directed learning and assessment.

The structure of our programmes follow clear educational aims that are tailored to each programme. These are all outlined in the programme specifications which include further details such as the learning outcomes.

Please note: The full module listing for the optional Professional Training placement part of your course is available in the programme specification.

Modules

Modules listed are indicative, reflecting the information available at the time of publication. Modules are subject to teaching availability, student demand and/or class size caps.

The University operates a credit framework for all taught programmes based on a 15-credit tariff.

New for 2026 entry: At Surrey, we want you to be a future-ready graduate. That’s why all our courses will offer at least one module that integrates and teaches AI tools in discipline-specific ways. You’ll develop the digital skills that employers are looking for and get comfortable with the tech of the future.

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Year 1 - BSc (Hons)

Semester 1

Compulsory

OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

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Operations management relates to the scoping, planning, directing and controlling of the facilities, processes and people required to transform resources into products and services.  The principles of operations management are used in every industry and every environment.  All organisations perform the functions of strategic planning, process design, supply chain management, forecasting and scheduling, work management, innovation and quality management.  The same skills are required whether operations managers are working in private manufacturing organisations, the public sector, service organisations or not for profit businesses.

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PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

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Personal and professional development is about knowing your self, knowing your self development needs, strengths, weaknesses, interests and where and how to seek development opportunities inside and outside employment and at university. Self-awareness, self-determination, self-image, self-care, resilience, resourcefulness and sustainable ways to navigate turbulent times throughout career(s) are concepts we explore and learn how to utilise in order to successfully manage our careers. Exploration, journaling, introspection, reflection and prospection play a crucial part in this module as well as sharing of experiences and working in teams. Lectures and workshops are designed to deepen understanding about behaviour, attitudes and capabilities individually and as a team. The assessments deepen knowledge, understanding and further personal and professional development that serves students' career paths in the long term. The module works closely with central careers and employability services offered by the university.  

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SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS & QUANTITATIVE SKILLS

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This module equips students with knowledge and skills in two key areas of business and management: sustainability and quantitative skills. The sustainability component examines how businesses can create economic value while addressing social, environmental, and regulatory challenges, providing a foundation for responsible management practice. The quantitative component develops essential numeracy skills for business, enabling students to interpret data, apply appropriate techniques, and support business analysis and decision making.

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ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION

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Entrepreneurship and Innovation are the key pillars of economic development. This module introduces primary concepts of both entrepreneurship and innovation utilizing practical and experiential teaching methods. Especially, it will offer a novel perspective of opportunity identification, entrepreneurial mindset, creative thinking, and innovation in business contexts. It also explores the impact of the enterprises on the economy and identifies various support systems that nurture new venture evolution. Through a combination of lectures and group learning activities, students will engage with external stakeholders to understand the complexities of business environments. Working in teams, they will make and give sense to the concept of entrepreneurship and innovation, explore various cases, synthesize ideas, and communicate using emerging digital technology. Emphasis is placed both on the theoretical underpinnings and practical applications of Entrepreneurship and Innovation two main pillars. Especially, understanding various forms of ventures (i.e., high-growth, global, local, lifestyle, social, family etc.) will broaden the view of students. The module also encourages students to reflect on the insights of the various stakeholders contributing to their employability and provides the opportunities for students to communicate their results to academic and non-academic audiences, fostering a comprehensive understanding of the concepts.

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Semester 2

Compulsory

ACCOUNTING FOR BUSINESS MANAGERS

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This module introduces students to the main principles of accounting and cost management and demonstrates the importance of these to management decision making. This module develops students¿ digital literacy, including the responsible and ethical use of artificial intelligence tools to support learning in financial and management accounting and the development of core academic skills.

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ORGANISATIONAL BEHAVIOUR AND ANALYSIS

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The module provides students with an introduction to the human dimensions of work organizations. It will encourage them to think critically and creatively about the ways in which people shape organizations and are, in turn, shaped by organizations. It will introduce them to individual, group and structural levels of analysis. This module builds the foundations for the subsequent, more advanced study of people and organizations on the HRM Pathway.

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BUSINESS DATA PROJECT

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In this module, students undertake a business project in which they advise a hypothetical client facing a key strategic decision.The project integrates theory, concepts, skills, and objectives relevant to the module and the client case.As the project unfolds, students apply a range of analytical frameworks and digital tools and techniques to business data and information. By the end of the project, students will have transformed raw spreadsheet data into actionable information and produced a structured business report with findings and recommendations. 

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MARKETING

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This module examines the role of Marketing in organisations with an emphasis on the importance and development of marketing strategies. The core objective of many businesses is to attract and retain customers in a competitive environment, with the role of marketing focussing on customers. This module introduces students to the core principles of the discipline and provides and underpinning to later elective modules.

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Semester 1 & 2

Compulsory

ACADEMIC AND EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

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The module aims to equip students with the tools, knowledge and opportunity to enable them to thrive both personally and professionally during their university journey and beyond. Empowering students to develop as well rounded individuals who are confident about their future and how to navigate life after graduation. Through this module, students will have the opportunity to participate in sessions and activity that supports the development of academic and social self-efficacy, metacognitive strategies, self-regulation and resilience, while creating the conditions and environment for students to develop a sense of belonging to their programme of study and wider university

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Module selection for Year 1 - FHEQ Level 4

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Year 2 - BSc (Hons)

Semester 1

Compulsory

FINANCE

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The prime motivator in business activity is sustainable profitability for shareholders' wealth maximization. It follows that all managers are likely to perform better towards that goal if they understand the mechanisms for achieving sustainable profit by acting in the interest of stakeholders. This module is designed to give students the necessary basic background in finance to enable them to be effective business managers. It covers the fundamental principles of corporate finance and investment in bonds, stocks, and projects, along with day-to-day working capital management.

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MARKETING RESEARCH AND CONSUMER INSIGHTS

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This module aims to provide students with both theoretical and practical understanding of how marketing research is designed, conducted and evaluated in modern businesses. More specifically, this module gives students a deep understanding of various processes and decisions involved in capturing consumer insights through the marketing research process and their implications for business strategies and value delivery to different stakeholders.

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MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS

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This module provides an introduction to the fundamentals of information technology and covers the uses of information systems in business scenarios and business organizations. The module equips students with skills of database management and an in-depth understanding of the role of information systems in this ‘information age’.

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INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

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This module focuses on key and latest topics in International Business in the context of the global economy. It first introduces students to the apparent globalisation phenomenon and the 'hidden' role of international businesses. It then highlights the national differences across countries. It also looks at how these differences impact on industry and firm competitiveness in the international marketplace. The module also emphasises the importance of firm internationalisation in terms of three areas: Motivations, Decisions, and Processes, in light of the national and industry conditions. Finally, the module introduces students to the managerial strategies and organisational structures that international firms typically adopt to compete effectively in the global marketplace, as well as the future directions that these firms are likely to take. It is expected that students will bring the knowledge gained from this module with them to other subsequent modules whereby International Business plays an important and relevant part. 

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HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

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This module builds on knowledge gained from the level 4 People Practices module and aims to equip students with an overview of the theoretical HRM concepts, frameworks, and contemporary HR trends in a range of organizations. There is specific focus on how HRM may add value to organizations and the business case for ensuring organizations workforces are diverse. This module focuses on but is not limited to HRM through a UK lens, this module prepares students for the final year module Global HRM.

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FUNDAMENTALS OF BUSINESS ANALYTICS

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This module provides an overall introduction to Business Analytics explaining methods used for descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics as the main building blocks and phases of a typical business project within management and business contexts. In addition to generic introduction to business analytics phases, there will be more focus on the first two phases (i.e., descriptive and predictive small data analytics). This is mainly related to theories of probability and statistics. The module will also include general business skills needed to run a business analytics project such as how analytics professionals communicate with decision makers by using and interpreting analytic models.

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Semester 2

Compulsory

CONSUMER BEHAVIOUR

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The aim of this module is to introduce students to the interdisciplinary field of Consumer Behaviour. This module, by delving beneath the behaviour of consumers, provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the various factors that affect and form consumer behaviour and of the contribution of consumer insights into marketing. The module builds on the core principles of marketing and focuses on how firms can utilize consumer behaviour knowledge in order to create successful and viable marketing strategies. As such, it constitutes an essential part of programmes relating to Marketing and Business Management. The Consumer Behaviour and Insights module brings together ideas and theories from diverse areas such as marketing strategy, sociology, psychology and marketing research in order to understand the behaviour of consumers. Appropriate research techniques and leading-edge research findings will be discussed to enhance understanding of the consumer behaviour in the contemporary marketplace as well as how consumer insights are generated and applied.

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PROJECT MANAGEMENT

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Projects provide an efficient and effective means of delivering change in support of corporate strategy for both public and private sector organisations. Fundamental to this is robust project sponsorship and management. This module is focused at FHEQ Level 5 students that wish to develop, plan, manage and control projects successfully in a business environment. This requires an awareness of general project management principles, methodologies and the tools and techniques as applied within multi-disciplined projects. Within this module students will receive a robust grounding in the theory and practice of project management, with links to change management, delivered by lectures and by using project management software (MS Project) in a computer laboratory setting.

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WORKING IN A GLOBAL CONTEXT

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The module seeks to develop students understanding of their future work in a global employment market, whether that be in the UK or abroad by: Exploring the external factors that will impact upon their experience of work (i.e. global pandemics, war, climate change) Developing their intercultural sensitivity and proficiency in dealing with colleagues from different backgrounds. Developing their understanding of working abroad and the opportunities and challenges this presents.

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BUSINESS/ORGANISATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY

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Business and Organizational Psychology is the study of people and their behaviour at work. Organizational psychologists develop psychological theory and apply the rigour and methods of scientific inquiry to issues that are important to organizations. The key goals of the field are to advance understanding of individual, group and organizational effectiveness at work, and the well-being and satisfaction of people working in or served by organizations. In this module, some of the key topics of Work and Organizational Psychology are covered, emphasizing theory and research on which the discipline is built, major areas of practical application of the discipline, and how these contribute to management of performance and organizational effectiveness.By the end of the module students will have gained an understanding of how organizational psychology research and practice influence different levels at work including the individual, group, organization, and society. A central feature of the module will focus upon developing critical thinking skills by engaging in desk research and analysis of scientific knowledge and organizational problems.

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BUSINESS ETHICS, GOVERNANCE AND RISK

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This module provides students with essential principles for responsible business management. This is achieved by giving students an understanding of three key pillars: - 1. Business ethics 2. Corporate governance 3. Risk Management In the current world of uncertainty, it is imperative that students of business understand and practice responsible management. This requires an understand of the institutional systems that have led to the development and enforcement of corporate governance. The module provides awareness of contemporary ethical frameworks and values of organisations as well as the individual attributes required for responsible management. Students are expected not just to have an academic understanding of business ethics but to embed it into their practice as business ready graduates. Business is about managing risk. Recent events have shown that a good understanding of risk identification, assessment, and mitigation are essential for managing downside risks whilst making the most of upside risks. The module will use recent examples of business failures and scandals to illustrate the importance of ethics, corporate governance, and risk management to responsible managers. Students will develop knowledge of ethic, governance and risk management in the context of hypercomplexity. 

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DIGITAL MARKETING IN THE VISITOR ECONOMY

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This module introduces students to key theories, strategies and practices in digital marketing within tourism, hospitality and events. As digital technologies, including artificial intelligence, automation and immersive technologies, continuously reshape consumer expectations and organisational behaviour, understanding how to design, deliver, and evaluate digital marketing activities has become essential.Students will explore how digital channels influence travellers¿, guests¿ and attendees¿ behaviour, and how organisations can use these channels and emerging technologies to create value, foster engagement, and remain competitive. The module examines both opportunities and challenges of digital marketing in an increasingly automated and data-driven environment, drawing on contemporary research and real-world industry examples.Practical application is a central component of the module, enabling students to analyse digital marketing activity, evaluate campaign effectiveness and design content for multiple channels.

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VISITOR ATTRACTION MANAGEMENT

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Visitor attractions are a key element of the tourist experience and a major element of a tourist destination. This module explores types of visitor attractions, identifying key attributes of each type and the management of visitor attractions worldwide using extensive real-world case studies, application of technology and innovation in visitor attraction management for example, Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR) and Artificial Intelligent (AI). This module also investigates the functional management of visitor attractions, managing impacts of visitor attraction management on local environment, society and economy and taking into consideration ethical issues in visitor attraction management and risk management.

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Module selection for Year 2 - FHEQ Level 5

Choose 2 from the listed optional modules.

Year 3 - BSc (Hons)

Semester 1

Compulsory

BRAND MANAGEMENT

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More and more firms have come to realize that their brands are among their most valuable assets in the firm. The goal of this module is to provide a comprehensive examination and discussion of relevant theories, concepts, models and tools for brand management. Specifically, the module will discuss how effective brand positioning, identity and architecture are essentials in developing a differentiating value proposition, creating brand equity and ultimately delivering value to different stakeholders.

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CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE MANAGEMENT

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For many companies, customer experience is central to maintain a source of competitive differentiation in an ever-increasing economy shaped by constrained resources and competing strategic priorities. Encounters and touchpoints shape consumer expectations, perceptions, evaluations, and emotional responses toward the brand. While satisfactory experiences drive long-term customer retention and loyalty, unsatisfactory ones can have repercussions for companies in terms of delivery, profitability and market share. This module provides an in-depth understanding and knowledge of customer experience management and service principles destined to advance knowledge on the challenges and opportunities relating to creating exceptional customer journeys and relationships. It also explores the transformative role of digital technologies, the principles of building responsible and sustainable organisations, as well as the strategic management of effective experience design. Through a combination of theoretical principles and applied learning, students will analyse real-world case studies, use practical tools and apply consultancy-based principles to develop critical thinking, analytical skills and make impactful decisions. By the end of the module, students will have acquired the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to design and manage superior experiences, harness digital technologies in designing journeys, and build responsible organisations.

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GLOBAL AND CONTEMPORARY HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

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This module builds on the knowledge and skills students gained as part of the previous HRM pathway modules (e.g. OBA, HRM) to explore a range of cutting-edge issues in human resource management and human resource development. The content reflects contemporary themes and priorities. It is likely to include contributions from staff and/or invited speakers that are based on relevant special interests informed by research and/or professional engagement. There is a cohering theme of managing and enhancing employee performance, including both prescribed job performance and other desirable work behaviours such as organisational citizenship and innovative contributions. The module includes an international perspective and emphasises critical consideration of the practical implications of recent studies. 

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THE DIGITAL ECONOMY

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In this module, you will explore how the digital economy is transforming the way organisations create, deliver and capture value. You will engage with digital platforms and digital business models as distinctive organisational forms that underpin many of today's most influential industries, from retail and music to travel, finance and entrepreneurship. Through lectures, case discussions and activities, you will examine how digital technologies have evolved, how digital platforms are designed and governed, and how they enable economic activity at scale through data, networks and participation. While social media platforms are used as illustrative examples, the focus is on understanding the wider digital economy and the strategic, economic and societal implications of digitalisation. By engaging with real-world cases and practical exercises, you will develop the ability to analyse digital business models, assess opportunities for innovation, and critically evaluate the risks and ethical challenges associated with digital platforms and new technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence, including issues of privacy, power and sustainability. You will apply key concepts to design and evaluate digital platform strategies, preparing you to operate effectively in digitally enabled entrepreneurial and organisational contexts.

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CRISIS MANAGEMENT

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This module provides an integrated and strategic approach to understanding crisis and disaster planning and management in various organisational, geographical and socio-cultural contexts. It provides an integrated approach in two main ways. First, it synthesises literature from a wide range of theoretical perspectives including natural hazards, geography, transport accidents and disasters, crisis public relations, communication and knowledge management theory. It aims to integrate these often-disparate fields to build understanding and the future development of knowledge to enable our students to understand this complex area, enhance their digital capabilities and resourcefulness and resilience, and apply their learning in future employment towards a more resilient and sustainable visitor industry.

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DECISION MAKING AND LEADERSHIP

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This research-led module introduces students to key theories of decision-making and leadership in organisational contexts. It examines the cognitive, behavioural, and social processes that shape judgement, choice, and influence, drawing on insights from psychology, organisational behaviour, and behavioural economics. Students will explore normative and descriptive decision-making models, analytical and intuitive judgement, creativity, ethics, and the role of artificial intelligence in managerial decisions. The module also covers major leadership perspectives, including trait and development debates, leader¿follower relationships, perceptual approaches to leadership, and leadership in contemporary organisations. Through theory, case studies, and applied exercises, students will critically evaluate how decisions and leadership practices affect individual wellbeing, organisational performance, and broader societal outcomes, while reflecting on their own decision-making and emerging leadership identity.

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Semester 2

Compulsory

MARKETING ANALYTICS, METRICS AND PERFORMANCE

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This course deals with concepts, methods, and applications of marketing metrices and analytics. Unlike most marketing courses that focus on conceptual material, this course will provide analytic skills to translate conceptual understanding into metrices, key performance indicators and data visuals (e.g., charts) to guide operational and strategic marketing strategies and decisions  a skill in increasing demand in organizations today. The philosophy in this course embraces three main principles: learning by doing, end user modeling and delivering/communicating action-oriented marketing recommendations to business clients. Each topic has a software implementation along with a case study on a relevant business problem or opportunity. In short, students will analyse primary and/or secondary data to understand: - What is going on (Descriptive analytics: marketing metrices and performance measurement) - Why is it happening (Diagnostic analytics) - What is likely to happen (Predictive analytics) - What to do about it (Marketing decisions) The course will be of particular value to students planning careers in marketing and management consulting. The course is designed for students with some background in basic marketing concepts and statistics. Addressing different learning styles, the following teaching methods are applied in this course: Pre-readings, Lectures, Class Exercises, Class Discussions, Real World Cases, Group Discussions.

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FIN TECH

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FinTech is revolutionizing and rapidly changing the global financial services industries. Business models that can facilitate disintermediation, revolutionize how existing firms create and deliver products and services, address privacy, regulatory and law-enforcement challenges, provide new gateways for entrepreneurship, and seed opportunities for inclusive growth. This module provides an introduction to the FinTech sector. Topics may include but are not limited to: blockchain, cryptocurrencies, decentralized applications, smart contracts, payments services, alternative and P2P lending and crowdfunding, AI, machine learning (including applications such as robot-advising) and Insurtech. Students are expected to develop a broad understanding of recent FinTech development, valuation, risk and its impact in the financial industries.This module develops students' advanced digital literacy, including the responsible and ethical use of artificial intelligence tools to support learning, professional judgement, and ethical decision-making.

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GLOBAL TRADE AND INTERNATIONAL MARKETS

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This module provides students with both a theoretical and practical understanding of global trade and international markets, considered from an international business, political economy (IPE) and management perspectives. This is done through the analysis and assessment of global trade and international markets from different angles, predominantly from the state's perspective, the international trade regime perspective (the GATT and WTO) as well as from the perspectives of regional cooperation and of business and industry.

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WORK AND EMPLOYMENT IN SOCIETY

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This module seeks to develop students' understanding of theoretical and conceptual approaches to work, and employment relations. Key actors in the employment relationship (trade unions, employers, the state) are introduced, as well as more contemporary issues in employee relations such as precarious work and the gig economy,  AI, flexible working, and the gender pay gap. The module will encourage students to critically evaluate different theoretical perspectives and provide them with a foundation to make sense of the changing labour market and working life.

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TOURISM STRATEGY AND INNOVATION

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This module aims to develop students' ability to explore and evaluate concepts and applications of strategy and innovation in tourism management and operations. It aims to explore strategic innovation as a dimension of the overall strategic management of a firm/destination where innovation is embedded in comprehensive attempts to maintain competitiveness. It is designed to explore real world case studies of innovation as a strategic approach applied by organisations and policymakers at global, national and destination levels and at different managerial and strategic climates. The module will equip students with the critical skills to evaluate the successful/unsuccessful implementation of tourism strategy and innovation.

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Semester 1 & 2

Optional

APPLIED BUSINESS PROJECT

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This module enables students to apply business and entrepreneurship knowledge in practical, real-world settings. In Semester 1, students work in groups with an external business partner, typically an entrepreneurial start-up, to analyse the founder's journey, evaluate the current position of the business, and develop proposals for growth through new revenue opportunities. The project is client-facing and requires interaction with the external business partner alongside active participation in taught sessions.In Semester 2, students complete an individual project focused on the development of a new business idea, progressing from ideation to a structured venture plan. This involves researching the industry and market, conducting secondary market research, and producing operational, marketing, and financial plans. Teaching activities support learning and project development across the academic year. Students are expected to work effectively within teams while also demonstrating independence and the ability to manage their own project work.Due to the applied nature of the module, consistent attendance and engagement are essential. 

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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT DISSERTATION

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This module is a final-year independent research project for Business Management and Business Management HRM students to undertake an extended narrative literature review on a contemporary business or HRM topic. Instead of collecting primary data, students will critically analyse and synthesise existing academic and practitioner research. An extended narrative literature review tells the story of how a concept, theory, or debate has evolved over time. Students will compare perspectives, identify tensions and gaps, and build a coherent argument showing how the field has developed. The module develops students¿ ability to critically synthesise and evaluate academic and practitioner literature to construct a coherent, theoretically informed narrative of a concept, debate, policy area or management idea. Students are introduced to the methodological foundations of narrative literature reviews, including thematic and chronological synthesis, critical comparison of theoretical perspectives, and the development of structured scholarly argument. Emphasis is placed on higher-order critical thinking, intellectual independence, and reflexive academic writing consistent with final year expectations. Semester One focuses on topic development, research question formulation, literature searching and proposal construction (Assessment 1: 20%). Semester Two supports the production of an extended narrative literature review and preparation for a viva voce examination (Assessment 2). The final assessment (Assessment 3) comprises the dissertation (50%) and viva (30%).

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Module selection for Year 3 - FHEQ Level 6

Students can choose either MAN3213 or MAN3263.

Students who choose neither MAN3213 nor MAN3263 will need to select 2 optional modules in semester 1 and 3 optional modules in semester 2.

Students who choose either MAN3213 or MAN3263 will need to select 1 optional module in semester 1 and 2 optional modules in semester 2.

Teaching and learning

Each 15-credit module is designed to involve 150 hours of student work. This time will be spent in lectures, computer labs and tutorials, and includes your own study time, both individual or in small groups.

You will also write essays, assignments and projects individually and in groups that draw on your understanding of a particular area.

Our staff members are innovative in delivering engaging learning sessions that bring together theory and practice for your intellectual and professional development.

Learning methods

  • Lectures
  • Group work
  • Independent study
  • Project work
  • Seminars
  • Tutorials
  • AI learning

Assessment

We assess modules individually and award credits for the successful completion of each one. Assessment takes place through a combination of examination and/or coursework, practical examinations and reports.

Check individual module information to see full details at a module level.

General course information

Contact hours

Contact hours can vary across our modules. Full details of the contact hours for each module are available from the University of Surrey's module catalogue. See the modules section for more information.

Timetable

New students will receive their personalised timetable in Welcome Week, and in subsequent semesters, two weeks prior to the start of semester.

Please note that while we make every effort to ensure that timetables are as student-friendly as possible, scheduled teaching can take place on any day of the week (Monday – Friday). Wednesday afternoons are normally reserved for sports and cultural activities. Part-time classes are normally scheduled on one or two days per week, details of which can be obtained from the course administrators. View our Code of practice for the scheduling of teaching and assessment (PDF).

Location

This course is based at Stag Hill campus. Stag Hill is the University's main campus and where the majority of our courses are taught. 

Career opportunities

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We offer careers information, advice and guidance to all students whilst studying with us, which is extended to our alumni for three years after leaving the University.

90%
Employability

Of our Surrey Business School graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduating (Graduate Outcomes 2026, HESA).

Our aim at Surrey Business School is to empower you to leave the University with a set of skills for a career in a range of occupations, including digital marketing, brand management, advertising, sales, and marketing analyst.

We will also provide you with business connections through guest lectures from industry experts and networking events.

Where do our students go?

Graduates over the last few years have secured roles such as:

  • Brand Specialist
  • Account Manager
  • Marketing Assistant
  • Graduate Sales and Marketing
  • Marketing Executive
  • Graduate Marketing Analyst.

Graduates have joined companies such as:

  • Amazon
  • Capgemini
  • CBRE Group
  • McLaren Automotive
  • Microsoft
  • Thales UK.

Our marketing graduates who enrol with the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) as an Affiliate can study CIM qualifications without having to complete all the modules.

For most qualifications, you’ll only need to take two assessments instead of the usual three, meaning you’ll be able to add an individual award to supplement your degree. There is a fee to join CIM.

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Entry requirements

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Learn more about the qualifications we typically accept to study this course at Surrey.


Typical offer

A-level

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  • BSc (Hons):
    • ABB
  • BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
    • CCC

Please note: A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted for either route. Applicants taking an A-level science subject with the Science Practical Endorsement are expected to pass the practical element.

GCSE or equivalent: English Language at Grade C(4) and Mathematics at Grade C (4). Applicants must have achieved these grades at the time of making their application.  

BTECs

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  • BSc (Hons):
    • DDD
  • BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
    • MMM

GCSE or equivalent: English Language at Grade C(4) and Mathematics at Grade C (4). Applicants must have achieved these grades at the time of making their application.  

Please see the alternative qualifications guidance if you are taking a mixture of BTECs and A-levels or if you are taking other qualifications types.

International Baccalaureate Diploma

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  • BSc (Hons):
    • 33
  • BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
    • 29

GCSE or equivalent: English A HL4/SL4 or English B HL5/SL6 and Mathematics (either course) HL2/SL2.

European Baccalaureate

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  • BSc (Hons):
    • 78%
  • BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
    • 68%

GCSE or equivalent: Maths 6 and either English Language (1/2) 6 or English Language (3)7.

Access to HE Diploma

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  • BSc (Hons):
    • QAA recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 level 3 credits overall including 30 at Distinction and 15 at Merit.
  • BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
    • QAA recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 level 3 credits overall including 21 at Distinction, 3 at Merit, and 21 at Pass.

GCSE or equivalent: English Language at Grade C (4) and Mathematics at Grade C(4). Applicants must have achieved these grades at the time of making their application.  

Scottish Highers

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  • BSc (Hons):
    • AABBB
  • BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
    • BBBCC

GCSE or equivalent: English Language - Scottish National 5 - C Maths - Scottish National 5 - C. Applicants must have achieved these grades at the time of making their application.

Welsh Baccalaureate

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  • BSc (Hons):
    • ABB from a combination of the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales and two A-levels.
  • BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
    • CCC from a combination of the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales and two A-levels.

Please note: A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted for either route. Applicants taking an A-level science subject with the Science Practical Endorsement are expected to pass the practical element.

GCSE or equivalent: Please check the A-level drop down for the required GCSE levels.

T Level

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  • BSc (Hons):
    • Distinction overall, with minimum C in the Core Component.
  • BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
    • Pass overall, with minimum D in the Core Component.

GCSE or equivalent: English Language at Grade 4 (C) and Mathematics at Grade 4 (C). Applicants must have achieved these grades at the time of making their application.

Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

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Applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) will receive our standard A-level offer for this programme, plus an alternate offer of one A-level grade lower, subject to achieving an A grade in the EPQ. The one grade reduction will not apply to any required subjects.

Applicants can only receive one grade reduction from the published grades, an EPQ grade reduction can’t be applied in addition to other grade reductions made through other schemes such as Contextual Admissions or In2Surrey.

Country-specific qualifications

International students in the United Kingdom

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English language requirements

IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with 6.0 in Writing and 5.5 in each other element.

View the other English language qualifications that we accept.

If you do not currently meet the level required for your programme, we offer intensive pre-sessional English language courses, designed to take you to the level of English ability and skill required for your studies here.

International Foundation Year

If you are an international student and you don’t meet the entry requirements for this degree, we offer the International Foundation Year at the Surrey International Study Centre. Upon successful completion, you can progress to this degree course.

More information

Selection process

We normally make offers in terms of grades.

If you are a suitable candidate you will be invited to an offer holder event. During your visit to the University you can find out more about the course and meet staff and students.

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning

View our Code of practice for Recognition of Prior Credit and Prior Learning and further guidance: Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning - Guide for Applicants (PDF) for more information.

We recognise that many students enter their higher education course with valuable knowledge and skills developed through a range of professional, vocational and community contexts.  

If this applies to you, the recognition of prior learning (RPL) process may allow you to join a course without the formal entry requirements or enter your course at a point appropriate to your previous learning and experience. There are restrictions on RPL for some courses and fees may be payable for certain claims.  

Contextual offers

Did you know eligible students receive support through their application to Surrey, which could include a grade reduction on offer?

About contextual offers

Fees and funding

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Fees for the 2027-28 academic year

Explore UKCISA’s website for more information if you are unsure whether you are a UK or overseas student. View the list of fees for all undergraduate courses.

Standard year
£10,050
Foundation year
£5,760
Professional training year
£2,010
Standard year
£24,600
Foundation year
£24,600
Professional training year
£2,010

Professional training placement year fees are approximately 20% of the full-time UK fees of the academic year in which you undertake your placement.

Payment schedule

  • Students with Tuition Fee Loan: the Student Loans Company pay fees in line with their schedule. 
  • Students without a Tuition Fee Loan: pay their fees either in full at the beginning of the programme or in two instalments as follows:
    • 50% payable 10 days after the invoice date (expected to be during October to November of each academic year).
    • 50% in January of the same academic year. 
  • The exact date(s) will be on invoices. Students on part-time programmes where fees are paid on a modular basis cannot pay fees by instalment. 
  • Sponsored students: must provide us with valid sponsorship information that covers the period of study. 

Placements and study abroad

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Our award-winning Professional Training placement scheme gives you the chance to spend a year in industry, either in the UK or abroad.

We have thousands of placement providers to choose from, most of which offer pay. So, become one of our many students who have had their lives and career choices transformed.

Statistics

Placement Statistics

92%

of students who did a placement entered into graduate level employment*

80%

of placements are paid, with 60% paying between £18,000 - £30,000

48%

of our students have been offered a graduate role from their placement provider**

*Graduate Outcomes 2025, HESA

**Professional training year returners survey 2024

Business management with marketing placements

At Surrey Business School, our close links with national and international businesses of all sizes and across all sectors mean our students have been placed in companies including:

  • Eli Lilly and Co
  • Hewlett-Packard
  • Intel
  • RCI Financial Services
  • The Body Shop International plc
  • The Walt Disney Company
  • Volkswagen Group UK
  • Xerox.

Your Professional Training placement, if selected, would be taken within your chosen pathway.

Applying for placements

Students are generally not placed by the University. But we offer support and guidance throughout the process, with access to a vacancy site of placement opportunities.

Find out more about the application process.

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Surrey Business School placements

Our students share insights into their professional training year at Microsoft and Commodity Appointments.

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Surrey Business School placements

Our students share insights into their professional training year at Microsoft and Commodity Appointments.

My placement year was amazing! I was lucky enough to complete a 50-50 placement year spending the first five months of my placement working at the University of Surrey's International Engagement Office, and the second half of my placement studying abroad on exchange at the University of Wollongong in Australia.

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Rochelle Business Management with Marketing with Placement Year BSc (Hons) Student profile

Study and work abroad

Studying at Surrey opens a world of opportunity. Take advantage of our study and work abroad partnerships, explore the world, and expand your skills for the graduate job market. 

The opportunities abroad vary depending on the course, but options include study exchanges, work/research placements, summer programmes, and recent graduate internships. Financial support is available through various grants and bursaries, as well as Student Finance. 

Perhaps you would like to volunteer in India or learn about Brazilian business and culture in São Paulo during your summer holidays? With 140+ opportunities in 36+ different countries worldwide, there is something for everyone. Explore your options via our search tool and find out more about our current partner universities and organisations. 

Register your interest

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Apply

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Apply for your chosen course online through UCAS, with the following course and institution codes.

Institution code S85

Course UCAS code
BSc (Hons) N494
BSc (Hons) with foundation year N492
BSc (Hons) with placement N488
BSc (Hons) with foundation year and placement N493

Terms and conditions

When you accept an offer to study at the University of Surrey, you will be agreeing to follow our policies and procedures, student regulations, and terms and conditions.

We provide these terms and conditions at the offer stage. You will be asked to accept these when you accept the offer made to you. You will be provided with these terms and conditions again at registration by way of reminder.

Disclaimer

This online prospectus has been published in advance of the academic year to which it applies.

Whilst we have done everything possible to ensure this information is accurate; some changes may happen between publishing and the start of the course.