Program Overview

Program Overview

The BSc Business Management with Communications degree at the University of Birmingham equips students with a comprehensive understanding of how organisations operate in a fast-changing global environment, with a focus on strategic communication in business. Flexible module choices allow students to tailor their studies to their interests and career goals, preparing them for management and communications roles across a wide variety of industries and sectors.

Why Study Business Management with Communications?

• The University of Birmingham is the most targeted university by top graduate employers.
• The program is ranked #15 in the UK for Business and Management Studies.
• The university boasts triple accreditation for Business Schools across AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS.
• Students gain practical experience through hands-on workshops led by industry professionals.
• The program offers an integrated curriculum that builds a strong foundation across core business disciplines.
• Students can specialise in areas such as public relations or multi-media campaign planning.

Why Birmingham Business School?

• The school offers dedicated careers service and expert guidance.
• Students have the opportunity to participate in the Capgemini Community Challenge and Deloitte's Responsible Business Challenge.
• The school provides a unique and supportive learning environment.

Course Delivery

• The program is delivered through lectures, small-group classes, teamwork, and presentations.
• Communications modules are taught in intensive, small-group workshops.
• Students combine specialised communications modules with a broad range of Business Management topics.

Module Information

• The modules listed for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
• The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year.
• Students complete mandatory core modules and choose from a mix of optional modules.

Year 1

• Core Modules:
  • Introduction to Marketing and Communications
  • Organisations, Management and Entrepreneurship
  • Accounting, Accountability and Financial Decision-making
  • Economics for Business
  • Management Education and Learning
  • Quantitative Skills for Business

Entry Requirements

• A Level: AAB, excluding General Studies, Critical Thinking, and Use of Maths.
• IB: 6,6,5, 32 points overall.
• BTEC: DDD in Business, Applied Science, or Enterprise and Entrepreneurship.
• English language requirements:
  • TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking and Writing.
  • IELTS: 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in Writing and Speaking.
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE): PTE 67 overall, with 67 in Writing and Speaking.
  • Cambridge English: Advanced Minimum overall score of 176, with 176 in Writing and Speaking.
  • Language Cert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 ‘Communicator’ with no less than 33 in Listening and Reading and 38 in Speaking and Writing.

Fees and Scholarships

• The University tuition fee covers the cost of tuition, examination, and graduation, and includes membership of the Guild of Students.
• Fees for domestic (UK) students: £9,535 per year for 2026/27.
• Scholarships, grants, and bursaries are available for students.
• Undergraduate loans are available to help with the cost of studies.

Application Process

• Applications are made online through UCAS.
• The UCAS website has lots of information and advice around the process.
• Standard requirements for different countries are available.
• The application deadline for September 2026 entry is 14 January 2026.

Birmingham Business School Careers

• The school offers dedicated careers guidance designed for student success in the global marketplace.
• Students have access to tailored workshops, networking events with alumni and leading employers, and personalised one-to-one consultations.
• The school is the most targeted UK university by top graduate employers.

Related Courses

• BSc Business Management with Communications and Year in Industry
• Business Management with Marketing
• Marketing

Student Experience

• The university offers a range of accommodation options in the UK’s second city.
• Students can enjoy a vibrant nightlife, culture, and food and drink scene.
• The university provides student support, including academic and personal support.
• The campus is a beautiful and welcoming environment with state-of-the-art facilities.