Program Overview

University of Derby BA (Hons) Business Management and Human Resource Management

Course Overview

The University of Derby's BA (Hons) Business Management and Human Resource Management is a three-year full-time undergraduate program that combines the study of business management with a focus on human resource management. The program is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and the Chartered Management Institute (CMI.

Why Study Business Management and Human Resource Management at Derby?

• This degree is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), which paves the way for you to secure associate membership of this prestigious professional body when you graduate.
• You will learn how to create HR policies and strategies which engage employees, nurture talent and improve organisational performance.
• You can combine your HR specialism with strong business credentials and gain a respected Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Diploma to complement your degree.
• Professional mentoring will enrich your study experience: you will have the opportunity to engage with an external CMI and CIPD mentor – business professionals currently working in HR and Management in the workplace.
• Work-related learning, live consultancy projects, topical case studies and business simulations will give you plenty of opportunities for hands-on experience.
• You can choose to take a placement year between years two and three of your degree.

Course Structure

The program consists of three years of full-time study, with the option to take a placement year between years two and three.

Year 1

• Understanding People in Organisations
• Business Economics
• Operations, Supply Chain and IT
• Finance and Business Performance
• Marketing Fundamentals
• Developing an Enterprising Mindset

Year 2

• Core modules include:
  • Understanding People in Organisations
  • Business Economics
  • Operations, Supply Chain and IT
  • Finance and Business Performance
  • Marketing Fundamentals
  • Developing an Enterprising Mindset
• Optional modules include:
  • Human Resource Management
  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Business Strategy

Optional Placement Year

• You can choose to take a placement year between years two and three of your degree.
• The placement year will give you the opportunity to gain valuable work experience and apply the skills and knowledge you have gained in a real-world setting.

Year 3

• Core modules include:
  • Strategic Human Resource Management
  • Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility
  • Leadership and Management
  • International Business
• Optional modules include:
  • Human Resource Development
  • Employee Relations
  • Business Research Methods

Entry Requirements

2024 Entry

• UCAS points: 112-120
• A Level: BBB-BBC
• T Level: Merit
• BTEC: DMM
• GCSE: Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification
• English language requirements: IELTS: 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each skills area)

2025 Entry

• UCAS points: 112
• A Level: BBC
• T Level: Merit
• BTEC: DMM
• GCSE: Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification
• English language requirements: IELTS: 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each skills area)

Fees and Funding

2025/26

• UK: £9,535 per year (full-time)
• International: £16,900 per year (full-time)

How to Apply

• UK students: Apply through UCAS
• International students: Apply directly to the University of Derby

Careers

• The BA (Hons) Business Management and HRM makes a powerful statement about your professional credibility and management potential.
• We pride ourselves on developing graduates who can work competently and ethically in global and cross-cultural environments.
• Our former students now work in a wide range of companies, from major names in the HR field to public sector organisations.

Further Study

• You can choose to continue your studies at Derby with one of our far-reaching masters programmes, including the CIPD-accredited Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management.
• You may be entitled to an alumni discount on your fees if you decide to extend your time with us by progressing from undergraduate to postgraduate study.