BA Business Management with Sustainability

This course is designed for students who are passionate about making a positive impact on the environment while also achieving business success. In this course, students will learn the skills and knowledge needed to manage sustainable business practices, ensuring long-term growth that respects ecological and social responsibilities. 

The course will equip students for careers in areas such as sustainability consulting, corporate social responsibility, and environmental management.  Students will investigate various systems and their relevance to different industries, and gain insights into improving environmental performance. 

The course focuses on international companies and circular economy approaches, helping students develop practical tools to implement sustainable practices across the entire supply chain and through case studies, they will learn to identify and address climate-related risks, responding to the growing demand for corporate accountability on environmental and biodiversity impacts. 

The course also includes a Professional and Academic Development Programme to enhance students’ professional skills, creativity, confidence, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

Keele University has a strong focus on business and management, and is ranked in the UK Top 40 for Business (The Guardian 2025). Keele Business School is located on campus, providing students with opportunities to engage with innovative companies. 

The university has received recognition for its high-quality teaching and provides various courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including subjects such as Medicine, Law, Engineering, Business, and the Arts. The university campus offers a supportive and engaging learning environment.

To apply for this course, you need to submit a personal statement. In this statement, you should explain your reasons for wanting to study BA Business Management with Sustainability at Keele University and provide details of your previous academic qualifications. You will also need to provide a reference from a teacher or an employer. If you have any relevant work experience, you can include your CV with your application.

Grade Requirements:

The typical qualifications required for entry to this course include A Levels with grades BBC, a BTEC Extended Diploma with a grade of DMM, or equivalent qualifications. The university also considers other qualifications such as T Levels and the International Baccalaureate. The university also accepts a range of international qualifications that are considered comparable to UK qualifications.

English Proficiency:

If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate that you have a sufficient level of English language ability for the course. Generally, this requires an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each of the four components. Keele University also accepts other English language tests, such as TOEFL and PTE, with equivalent scores.

The tuition fee for international students undertaking the BA Business Management with Sustainability course at Keele University for the 2025/26 academic year is £17,700.

Keele University provides several scholarships for international students who will begin their studies in the 2025/26 academic year. Some of these are awarded automatically based on your academic achievements. These include the Undergraduate Global Scholarship (£5,000 reduction in tuition fees), the Advanced Entry Scholarship (£3,000 reduction in tuition fees), and the International Baccalaureate Global Scholarship (£1,000 reduction in tuition fees).

Additionally, the Article 26 Sanctuary Scholarship is available for applicants who have been granted refugee status. This scholarship covers full tuition fees and provides a contribution towards living costs, and a separate application is required for this scholarship.

Graduates of this course can pursue various careers, including:

• Sustainability Consultant
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Manager
• Environmental Manager
• Sustainable Supply Chain Manager
• Green Business Developer
• Sustainability Analyst

Applicants can apply for this course directly through the university’s online application portal or UCAS. If you require any assistance with your application, you can contact our experienced advisors for guidance.