Core modules
Throughout the course you will study our CORE modules which have been created to provide you with a foundation of business knowledge and key skills in a range of business areas Alongside our CORE modules you will study compulsory modules that must be studied as part of your course
You will also have the opportunity to tailor your degree towards your career aspirations by selecting elective modules from WBS and other University of Warwick departments You can also study one of our recognised pathways in Digital Business Entrepreneurship Finance or Marketing
This provides the opportunity to specialise in a particular area or to take a broader approach to your studies
Important information
We are planning to expand our pathway offering for 2024 entry onwards The core and optional modules that you are required to study as part of these pathways are currently undergoing approval through the University's rigorous academic processes As these pathways are approved we will update the course information on this webpage It is therefore very important that you check this webpage for the latest information before you apply and prior to accepting an offer Sign up to receive updates
Year One
In term one you will study four core modules that will introduce the key areas of business such as accounting and marketing You will take exams for term one modules in January
In term two you will study two more core modules and then choose between Business Analytics Digital Ventures Management of Global Risks or a language for your eighth module If you decide to study a course pathway the core and elective modules that you study during your first may count towards your pathway In term three you will revise and take exams
CORE Foundations Skills and Debates
Accounting for Business
Economics for Business
Foundations of Financial Management
Management Organisations and Society
Principles of Marketing
Introduction to Statistics
Business Analytics or Digital Ventures or Management of Global Risks or a language
Year Two
In Terms One and Two you will study three core modules and five electives In term three you will revise and take exams for your remaining modules
CORE Global Environment of Business
CORE Entrepreneurial Mindset
Operations Management
Year Three
In your third you will study or work abroad You will also complete two core modules International Management in Context and Year Abroad Portfolio This counts for 10% of your final degree classification You will attend events and activities designed to help with your assessments and we will continue to support you as part of the WBS community whilst you are on your abroad
Final Year
In Terms One and Two you will study two core modules You will choose six modules from a range of subjects either to generalise or to focus on your chosen pathway In Term Three you will revise and take exams for your remaining modules
CORE Critical Issues in Management
International Perspectives in Business and Management
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Optional modules
Marketing
Marketing Research
Global Issues in Marketing
Marketing Strategy
Consumer Behaviour
Finance
Fundamentals of Finance
Investment Management
Banks and Financial Systems
Mergers and Acquisitions
Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurial Finance and Venture Capital
Cognition and Decision Making
Corporate Entrepreneurship
Law for Entrepreneurs
Digital Business
Digital Business in Modern Organisations
Enterprise Information Systems
Artificial Intelligence for Business
Other electives
Issues in Management Accounting
Auditing Governance and Accountability
Behavioural Economics
Supply Chain Management
Project Management
Managing Human Resources
Images of Creativity
Corporate Strategy Planet
Fundamentals of Business Law
Equality and Diversity
Accounting for Sustainability People Planet
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