By Lily Robinson
After returning from my placement year last year, I am now in my final year of BA Business Management. This year I had only one core module, meaning I had five other modules to choose from a very varied list. I really wanted to tailor my degree to involve lots of marketing modules, as that is my main interest. I have been able to do that this year, and it has been a great experience.
As with the other years, there is an option to take an unrestricted module to the value of twenty credits, if you want to pursue interests outside of the Management School.
The core module I mentioned is Corporate Social Responsibility. Coming back from placement, I have realised this is a really important subject to study and is so relevant to all businesses. Due to the current climate, it is important that as managers of the future we have a clear view as to the ethical implications of our decision making.
The amount of varied modules has meant I can study all different aspects of marketing. In the first semester I studied Digital Marketing, Strategy Practice and CSR. In second semester I am currently studying Work Related Health and Well Being, Integrated Marketing Communications and Management Project. As you can see, I have managed to have at least one marketing based subject in each semester. There are many other modules such as International Business and Industrial Relations. No matter what function you are interested, there are modules that will suit you.
If you work particularly well in group work, or prefer exams to coursework, you will also find the assessment criteria for the modules are very varied and so this year is geared to help you achieve your best. Now you know what’s best for you and you are a more mature student, you can make a really informed decision as to your module selection.
One of my favourite modules so far has been Work Related Health and Well Being. After being on placement, I was really interested to learn about stress and wellness at work, and this module is very interactive. The lectures are really interactive, and it is great to study a module that you know you can apply wherever you work in your future career.