BA Business Management with Human Resources
Course overview
This course provides a strong understanding of how businesses operate, combined with specialist knowledge of human resources. In this course, students will learn about managing people, employment law, and how to create effective work environments.
The course covers major areas such as recruitment, training, employee relations, and organisational development. It also examines how businesses can achieve their goals through effective human resource strategies and considers the ethical and legal aspects of managing people in the workplace.
The course uses various teaching methods to help students learn, including lectures, seminars, workshops, and group work and assesses students' progress through essays, reports, case studies, presentations, and exams. These methods will help students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
This course also gives students opportunities for work placements to gain practical experience and helps them develop skills in leadership, teamwork, and decision-making, which are essential for a career in business and human resources.
Entry requirements
To apply for this course, you need to write a personal statement. In this statement, you should explain why you want to study this course and tell us about your previous education. A reference letter from a teacher or someone you have worked for is also needed. If you have any work experience, you can include your CV with your application.
Grade Requirements:
The usual qualifications needed to get onto this course include A Levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma at MPP level, a BTEC Diploma at MM level, T Levels, or the International Baccalaureate. The university also accepts other qualifications from different countries that are considered to be at the same level as A Levels.
English Proficiency:
If English is not your primary language, you need to show us that your English skills are good enough by getting an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS test, with a score of at least 5.5 in each of the four parts (reading, writing, listening, and speaking). The university also accepts other English language tests, such as TOEFL and PTE.
Scholarships
Article 26 Sanctuary Scholarships
A full tuition fee waiver for up to 4 years; A cash award of £1200 each year towards living costs.
International Baccalaureate Global Scholarship
Awards of £1,000 for international students undertaking the International Baccalaureate Diploma.
Up to £1,000Placement Bursary Initiative
The Placement Bursary Initiative could be worth up to £500 during your unpaid/paid, non-mandatory placement.
The Advanced Entry Scholarship (UG)
Awards of £3,000 will be awarded towards the tuition fee for the year of entry for students who exceed published entry requirements.
Up to £3,000Undergraduate Global Scholarship (UG)
Eligible students will be awarded £3,000 per annum for every year studied (up to 4 years, not including placement years).
Up to £3,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of this course can pursue various careers, including:
- Human Resources Manager
- Recruitment Consultant
- Training and Development Officer
- Employee Relations Specialist
- Business Partner
- Management Consultant
Cost of study
If you are an international student studying the BA Business Management with Human Resources at Keele University, the cost for one year of full-time study is £17,700.
Admission
You can apply to Keele University directly by using the university’s online application form, or you can apply through UCAS. If you need any help with your application, you can speak to one of our experienced advisors who can guide you through the process.
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