Why study BA (Hons) Business & Management (Entrepreneurship) at BU?

  • Gain an in-depth understanding of entrepreneurship as well as business & management in a broader sense, in an increasingly globalised and digitised economy
  • Opportunities to study abroad at one of our international partner institutions
  • Study a diverse subject that provides a stepping-stone to work in any industry, anywhere in the world 
  • Complete an optional 30-week placement, giving you invaluable opportunities to gain industry experience and build a professional network 
  • Study at a university with over 35 years teaching experience in this area, excellent industry connections and an international reputation

This course is one of many Business & Management pathways you can choose in your second year (except for Economics and Finance pathways). See our subject area page for further details about each. 

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Course accreditations 

The accrediting bodies on this course are renowned industry-wide for promoting excellence and the highest standards, all of which is reflected in the BU Business School experience: 

  • Our Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) accreditation is a hallmark of excellence that has been awarded to fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide

Unit accreditations 

  • Our Chartered Management Institute (CMI) accreditation gives you complimentary CMI student membership (and access to resources and services) and when you graduate, you’ll receive a CMI L5 Certificate in Management and Leadership qualification in addition to your Bachelor's degree. 

Key information

Next start date:

January 2025, September 2025, September 2026

Location:

Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus

Duration:

3 years full-time or 4 years full-time with a 30-week minimum placement. Foundation Year: 4 years full-time or 5 years full-time with a 30-week minimum placement

Accreditations:

The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), Chartered Management Institute (CMI)

Required subjects:

All subjects considered

Entry requirements:

For January and September 2025 entry: 104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. Foundation Year: 48-72 UCAS tariff points. For more information check out our full entry requirements.

International entry requirements:

For January and September 2025 entry: If English is not your first language, you will need IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component or equivalent. For more information check out our international entry requirements.