University of Derby

BA Entrepreneurship and Human Resource Management

University of Derby

Course overview

This BA (Hons) Entrepreneurship and Human Resource Management programme empowers you to generate and implement innovative business ideas. Developed with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), it provides a fast track to success, offering both a BA (Hons) degree and a CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership without additional exams. Specialised modules teach you to identify, assess, and realise business opportunities, fostering creativity to solve problems and enhance products and services.

Learning is delivered through engaging lectures, seminars, debates, field trips, and insights from industry practitioners. Students will analyse current literature and work on live case studies. Assessments include essays, reports, presentations, and group projects, ensuring a practical and comprehensive learning experience.

Entry requirements

To study BA Entrepreneurship and Human Resource Management at the University of Derby, the following requirements must be met:

Grade requirements

Applicants must have qualifications equivalent to 112 UCAS points, such as BBC at A Level, a Merit at T Level, or a Pass in an Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits (including 45 at Level 3, with a minimum of 15 Distinctions, 24 Merits, and 6 Passes). 

English Proficiency

Candidates whose first or primary language is not English will usually need an overall IELTS score of 6.0, with no component score below 5.5.

Scholarships

  • Full Payment Discount

    If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.

    Up to £1,000
  • Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar

    Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.

  • Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar

    Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.

  • Talented Athlete Award

    Please contact the provider.

  • Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships

    Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

With a BA in Entrepreneurship and Human Resource Management degree from the University of Derby, you are open to the following careers:

  • HR Manager
  • Recruitment Consultant
  • Training and Development Officer
  • Entrepreneur
  • Business Consultant
  • Talent Acquisition Specialist

Cost of study

The BA Entrepreneurship and Human Resource Management program for International Students costs £16,900 per year (2025/26).

Admission

Applications can be made through UCAS. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors to learn more about this process and help you showcase your strengths and tailor your application to meet the program requirements.

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