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Business Administration at Coventry University - UCAS

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Course summary

Explore how logistics and supply chain theory is applied to real business contexts, with a focus on global operations, challenges and interconnectivity. This course examines key areas of business management and organisation, giving you the opportunity to learn about global issues concerning trade, logistics and supply chain management.

  • Study modules on strategy, logistics management and digital change within organisations, as well as foundational business subjects, including marketing, business analytics and human resources.
  • Focus on responsible management and sustainability throughout the programme.
  • Teaching methods include real-world case studies and industry-informed content to help keep modules relevant and aligned with current business practice.
Why you should study this course This course offers you the opportunity to:
  • become proficient in the key components of business administration, management, and organisation within a global context
  • explore and enhance your understanding of the core areas of business administration, including accounting, people management, data analytics, marketing, project management and strategic planning
  • study supply chain management in a global context to gain relevant knowledge and skills and enhance your employability
  • learn from experienced professionals about current business technologies and practices
  • explore a range of relevant and contemporary business concepts and technologies, such as disruptive technologies, data analytics, ideation and entrepreneurship.
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Modules

Year One This course has a common first year which enables you to work alongside students doing similar courses to you, to widen your knowledge and exposure to other subject areas and professions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, so you can share your insights and experience which will help you to develop and learn. If you discover an interest in a specific subject you have studied, upon successful completion of your first year, you could swap degrees with another course in your common first year (subject to meeting progression requirements). Common first year courses  Business Management BA (Hons) International Business Management BSc (Hons) Enterprise and Entrepreneurship BA (Hons) Advertising and Digital Marketing BA (Hons) Business and Human Resource Management BA (Hons) Business and Marketing BA (Hons) Event Management BA (Hons) Marketing BA (Hons) Sport Management BA (Hons) Year One Modules People and Organisations - 30 Credits Marketing, Digital and Social Media - 30 Credits Analytics for Decision Making - 30 Credits Responsible Management, Sustainability and Entrepreneurship - 30 Credits Year Two Research and Insight - 30 Credits Data Driven Resource Management - 30 Credits Global Operations and Supply Chain - 30 Credits Exploring Strategy - 30 Credits Placement Year There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement* can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future. If you choose to do a work placement year, you will pay a reduced tuition fee* of £1,250. For more information, please go to the fees and funding section. During this time you will receive guidance from your employer or partner institution, along with your assigned academic mentor who will ensure you have the support you need to complete your placement. Whilst we would like to give you all the information about our placement/study abroad offering here, it is often tailored for each course every year and depends on the length of placement or study abroad opportunities that are secured. Therefore, the placement and study abroad arrangements vary per course and per student. Final Year Design Thinking and Project Management - 30 Credits Applied Project - 30 Credits Digital Transformation - 30 Credits Global Logistics Management - 30 Credits *For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website

Assessment method

This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module. Assessment methods include: Phase tests Essays Group work Presentations Reports Projects Coursework Exams Individual Assignments The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • European Foundation for Management Development
  • Logistics and Transport, Chartered Institute of
  • Chartered Association of Business Schools
  • Business Graduates Association
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Small Business Charter
  • Principles for Responsible Management Education

How to apply

Application codes

Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

We’re here to help you achieve your study goals. If your qualifications or expected levels of grades differ from those outlined above, chat with our admissions team and between us we will explore the possibilities open to you. We accept a range of qualifications and our study experience is designed to give you options and support from the start. Contact us via our website to find out more.


Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9535* Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535* Year 1
Scotland £9535* Year 1
Wales £9535* Year 1
Channel Islands £9535* Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9535* Year 1

*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Additional costs/fee information Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website . Studying this course with a sandwich year incurs an additional £1,500 fee (£1,800 for international students) to cover your academic support throughout your placement year. For full international fees and the most up to date information about tuition fees, please check the relevant course page of the Coventry University website.
Business Administration at Coventry University - UCAS