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This BA (Hons) Business and Marketing program immerses you in corporate operations, examining how leading global enterprises handle finances, manage teams, and leverage technology. You'll explore contemporary business challenges – from sustainable growth to ethical considerations in international markets. The curriculum also focuses on market analysis – pinpointing competitive advantages, crafting compelling value propositions, and mastering audience communication. Practical learning opportunities allow you to create impactful advertising campaigns that captivate consumers, boost revenue, and strengthen brand identities. After exploring theoretical concepts in classroom settings, you'll apply them through our business competitions that enhance both skills and professional credentials. Graduates emerge with a potent combination of business acumen and marketing expertise. Manchester: A Commercial Powerhouse Our location in Manchester provides direct access to numerous corporate headquarters spanning finance, media, logistics, and more. This strategic position enables us to deliver industry-relevant education with practical skills, hands-on experience, and professional networking opportunities. The city boasts diverse employment prospects for driven graduates. MediaCityUK's development, attracting major broadcasters and over 250 digital enterprises, alongside creative hubs like the Northern Quarter and corporate centers such as Spinningfields, creates exceptional career pathways. Career Pathways This program equips you for entrepreneurial ventures or leadership roles in marketing departments. You'll develop strategic business thinking while gaining creative marketing competencies. Our alumni hold positions at global corporations including BMW, HSBC, and Saatchi & Saatchi. Graduates pursue diverse careers in: Advertising Brand management Sales leadership Content creation Corporate communications Human resources Retail operations Industrial sectors
120-128
UCAS tariff points
GCE A levels - grades BBB or equivalent
Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma - grade DDM
Access to HE Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum 122 UCAS Tariff points
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - grade of Merit overall
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - grade DDM
T level - We welcome applications from students undertaking T level qualifications. Eligible applicants will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of Merit as a condition of offer
IB Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum overall score of 30 or minimum 120 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects
Other Level 3 qualifications equivalent to GCE A level are also considered. 
A maximum of three A level-equivalent qualifications will be accepted towards meeting the UCAS tariff requirement. 
AS levels, or qualifications equivalent to AS level, are not accepted. The Extended Project qualification (EPQ) may be accepted towards entry, in conjunction with two A-level equivalent qualifications.
Please contact the University directly if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum entry requirements for the course.
International Baccalaureate points
IB Diploma with minimum 30 points overall or 120 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects. If you plan to meet the Level 2 course requirements through your IB Diploma you will need to achieve Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 5 in English and Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 4 in Mathematics
IELTS score required for international students
IELTS 6.0, with no component below 5.5 TOEFL IBT Overall score: 79 With no individual test score below: Listening: 17 Reading: 18 Speaking: 20 Writing : 17 PTE Academic 61,with no less than 59 in any section