
Business Management with Entrepreneurship
Full-time
With placement
Three year
Four year
September 2025
In a nutshell
This course is also available with a professional placement year option.
To apply for this programme with industry placement or study abroad year, please search 'Business Management with Entrepreneurship with Professional Placement Year' on UCAS or speak to our enquiries team for more information.
Looking to start up your own company? Thinking of building a social enterprise?
Gain comprehensive knowledge and develop a range of skills vital for setting up your business. As well as the theories and practices of managing a business, you will learn how to identify opportunities, develop your ideas and raise start-up funds. If self-employment is not for you, these skills are valued and welcomed by employers looking for creative and innovative thinkers who can look ahead to develop future business.
- Develop a range of skills vital for setting up your business and use business models to help develop your ideas
- Study the fundamental principles of entrepreneurship and business management
- Learn to understand data and how it informs your business decisions
- Get support and advice setting up your our business with our LAUNCH Business Incubator
Our Business Management with Entrepreneurship course is dual accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), the only chartered professional body in the UK dedicated to promoting the highest standards in management and leadership.
You’ll look ahead to the technologies that will affect the work of business professionals and entrepreneurs in the future and gain essential digitals skills that will help you go further in the industry, such as:
- iDea Bronze Award
- Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and 365
- Body swap technology
Your journey starts here
Ready to take the next step? Discover more by attending an Open Day, or speak to our dedicated course enquiries team for further information.
options available
students accepted
Course accreditations

This is for you if...
You are eager to develop sought-after skills through work placements, study abroad schemes and real-world learning
You are looking to start up your own business or hope to play an integral role in supporting growth and development
You are looking to develop a range of highly employable skills
All about the course
Right from the start, our Business Management with Entrepreneurship programme will support you to develop the practical skills and entrepreneurial mindset required in the world of business. By working on live projects and business simulations, you will learn the fundamental basis of entrepreneurship management as well as core skills such as problem-solving, leadership, communication and data analysis. You will learn to find creative, innovative and sustainable solutions to business problems.
In your first year, you will start to develop an understanding of how organisations run, looking at key business concepts and the core skills you need for any management career. The second year is all about exploring more specialised theories and learning skills that will be transferable across multiple business functions. By your final year, you are becoming a professional and equipped to start up a business. Core modules continue your career development and the optional modules allow you to specialise in your areas of interest.
Enhance your experience
Studying Business Management with Entrepreneurship at Salford Business School offers numerous opportunities to gain additional practical experience and practice your skills in a real-world setting.
With the opportunity for all students to complete a paid work placement or study abroad between their second and third years, you will enter the world of work with an in-depth knowledge of the industry and of key business concepts.
Discover our extracurricular and out-of-classroom opportunities to see how you can take your studies further.
Digital and Business Skills
This module introduces a range of digital tools essential for both academic and professional environments. Core business skills such as management, collaboration and teamwork are central to the module.
You will engage regularly with online platforms to enhance your digital competency, while co-creation tasks offer opportunities for self-reflection and confidence building. Activities include working towards the Inspiring Digital Enterprise Award (iDEA), completing LinkedIn Learning assessments on Microsoft applications and producing collaborative video content.
As digital business becomes increasingly vital, this module equips you with the 21st-century skills needed to succeed in a modern workplace.
Understanding Organisations
This module introduces you to the core functions of business and provides an opportunity to see how they operate in practice. You will gain an understanding of key areas such as people management, accounting, marketing and operations, and how these functions contribute to business success.
The module draws on real-world examples from successful businesses across the Greater Manchester region, including start-ups, family-run firms, large enterprises and multinationals from various sectors. It offers a first insight into what makes businesses thrive and helps you begin to shape your future learning and career journey.
Creative Problem Solving and Decision-Making
How do we get inside the problems that businesses face, and reach the decisions that will solve them and support the future development of the organisation? This module will introduce you to systems thinking, providing an approach that helps you examine complex problems and develop holistic solutions. You will be encouraged to think creatively, developing the skills you need for creating innovative solutions that will help you with your studies and future career.
Data Analysis for Business
In this module you will be introduced to a variety of data analysis methods, which will be practiced on real world data sets. Regular formative assessment will be set for practice, with timely feedback given to aid learning and personal development.
You will have an opportunity to formulate your own research questions before analysing data to draw reasonable conclusions. The module will predominantly utilise real data and include a mixture of computer-based questions, calculations, interpretation and drawing conclusions.
The Future of Business
What are the opportunities for business in the future? This module begins by establishing a strong understanding of the business context, including core economic principles and the evolving digital environment. You will explore the role of the digital economy and how it is reshaping industries.
Key global challenges will be examined—such as mass digitisation and Industry 4.0, inclusive growth, food security and the climate emergency—alongside the opportunities they present for businesses to develop responsible and sustainable solutions.
Business Finance in Practice
This module is designed to provide you with practical experience of key aspects of business finance. Using a business simulation tool, you will have the opportunity to apply these concepts in a practical context. The module embeds group working skills and the experiential approach provides the opportunity to gain experience of defining, planning and delivering a project.
Professional Development
This module will enable you to plan and carry out appropriate professional development activities to increase your employability and performance. These include self-presentation, professional networking, project planning and implementation, team working, influencing and multimedia communication. You will gain all the necessary experience required to take advantage of global employment opportunities.
Young Enterprise
Students will be introduced to a variety of methods of analysis to inform decision making which will be practised on real data sets to support a new business venture as part of the Young Enterprise programme. Formative assessment will be set, with timely feedback given to aid learning and personal development.
The decision making techniques introduced in the module can be applied to a wide range of settings, such as interpreting market performance, forecasting growth, make or buy decisions, optimisations of scarce resources, marketing planning etc.
Project Management
During this module we take a detailed look at various aspects of Project Management through a variety of means such as lectures and practical seminars informed by research and industrial collaborations. We will focus on theoretical approaches, tools and techniques of planning and controlling projects.
We will discuss project management as an important and integral part of a business whether this is product or service based.
Marketing to Consumers in the Digital Age
The module will introduce you to key issues in marketing and the impact that this has on consumers as well as their behaviour. It draws upon key theories in marketing and consumer behaviour and reflects on the relevance to marketing practice in the digital age.
Live Project for Entrepreneurship
This module provides hands-on experience inside a real organisation. Working in teams to reflect on future working environments, you will work on a current business problem for one of our partner organisations. You will apply people, project and time management in practice and develop innovative solutions which will support the organisations in their future practice.
Innovation Skills for Enterprise
This module will enrich your knowledge on how to generate and validate business ideas using a range of creative thinking tools. The primary focus of this module is to enable you develop your own business idea for a target market by exploring models of innovation, using practical business models, live case studies and robust market research. You will have the opportunity to apply your creative skills by designing a feasible business idea, conducting your research and interpreting your findings to justify the viability of the business ideas.
Professional Placement
You have the option to do a professional placement year, taking a year in industry to learn in a real-life environment whilst earning a salary and paying no tuition fees.
This is an excellent opportunity to take advantage of and we will help you find out about vacancies and make the right connections with high profile employers through regular events and presentations.
For more information, please visit the placement and internships page.
You have the option to do a professional placement year, taking a year in industry to learn in a real-life environment whilst earning a salary and paying no tuition fees. Learn more about our placement and internship opportunities.
Business Ethics and Sustainability
This module equips you with an appreciation and in-depth understanding of the implications of Business Ethics, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainability within national and international organisations. This module will also develop your knowledge with respect to the importance of the balance between shareholders, stakeholders and the purpose and values of the organisation. It will explore the roles of social and technological innovation in global ethical organisations in order to prepare you for future employability.
Leadership and Management in Business
This module offers a unique in-depth knowledge and understanding of the key practical and theoretical aspects of leadership and management in contemporary organisations. There is a focus on specific individual leaders, leadership styles and traits and offers an insight into how leaders operate in an organisational context. The module also explores personal leadership, the development of leadership and how leadership occurs at all levels. Practically the module will invite you to develop your own leadership style and experience, enhancing employability.
This module enables you to explore your own leadership styles and traits and evaluate how these impact on the management of people.
Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Employers tell us that they are looking for employees with an entrepreneurial mindset. Or perhaps you're thinking of setting up your own business.
In this module you have the opportunity to undertake an enterprise project for an internal or external sponsor on a topic of common interest. Alternatively, you can use this opportunity to undertake in-depth research for your own project, for example, a business plan if you are wanting to start up a company after you graduate. The nature of the project will be negotiated by yourself, the module leader and the sponsoring company.
Launching and Growing your Business
This module is designed to provide you with the opportunity to demonstrate your learning from previous years. You will enhance your knowledge and develop techniques to create and bring a business idea to life. We will focus on exploring what is needed to be an entrepreneur and provide an understanding of the business creation process. The primary focus of this module is to enable you to develop a start-up strategy for an identified business idea by exploring models, tools, approaches, live case studies and robust market research. You will be provided with an opportunity to apply your creative and entrepreneurial skills in planning and designing a business plan for start-up.
Strategic Management
This module will provide a detailed understanding of business strategy, so that you acquire an organisation-wide perspective through exploring strategy techniques and processes within the global environment. You will draw together your knowledge from across the programme, and apply this to real world organisational problems, deploying accurately established techniques of analysis and enquiry, some of which are at the forefront of strategic research and practice. The module prepares you for a career in business and management, developing the next generation of managers, and you will work on industry problems drawn from your pathway specialism.
Contemporary Model for New Business Creation
This module provides an engaging opportunity for you to learn how to use contemporary business models to create new business ideas. You will be supported to use various business model tools to create new business idea, evaluate your ideas, reflect on the viability of the ideas and their implications to the new or targeted markets. You will apply components of the Business Model Canvas (e.g., value proposition, revenue streams, customer segments and customer relationships) to design your individual business idea. We will use a blended learning environment, mixing face-to-face and online learning.
Optional modules
You will choose one of the following 10 credit module options.
Big Data Analytics
Modern businesses gain valuable insights by applying advanced analytical techniques to large volumes of data. In this module, you will learn a range of established Big Data and analytics methods and explore the value they bring to organisations.
Upon successful completion, you will be able to collect and analyse data to support business decision-making, and apply these techniques within a strategic context—aligning with business goals and enhancing organisational competitive advantage.
Climate Change and Sustainability in Business
Climate change is a fundamental stressor that undermines past development gains and threatens future progress in key areas of human well-being. In the 21st century, the sustainable use of energy is critical, as our reliance on energy for transport, business and heating is both a major driver of climate change and central to its solution. As such, energy and climate change are inextricably linked.
This module provides a multidisciplinary introduction to the key issues surrounding climate change. You will explore the science and policy of climate change, international climate finance, energy policy, business and sustainability, and environmental policy.
Information Security Management
This module explores the management and protection of digital information across a range of technologies. It addresses key areas such as data security and cybersecurity risk, data policy in modern digital systems and the strategic dimensions of information security management. You will also examine digital forensics, along with the legal, ethical and professional considerations involved in safeguarding data.
Internship
A short internship—whether paid or unpaid—offers valuable real-world experience to help you develop and demonstrate your skills. This module allows you to gain academic credit for work that is relevant to your degree and enhances your employability.
The Business School will support and guide you in finding suitable internship opportunities. These may take place during the summer between Level 4 and Level 5, or at other times, provided the required amount of work-based learning is completed. During term time, you will produce a reflective report to demonstrate what you have learned through your internship experience.
Investment Management
This module provides an introduction to the investment environment, focusing on key financial principles and practices. You will explore the concept of risk and how investors can manage it effectively. The module also covers the time value of money, portfolio management and the relationship between risk and return, equipping you with foundational knowledge for informed investment decision-making.
Technology Innovation
This module develops your understanding of digital technologies and their role in driving digital transformation. You will explore contemporary issues in the field and assess the current and future impact of digital technologies on businesses.
By the end of the module, you will have a critical awareness of the digital industry and will have considered how technology can be applied to solve real-world business challenges. The module is supported by Launch@Salford, the University’s business incubation centre, providing practical insights and opportunities.
Please note that it may not be possible to deliver the full list of options every year as this will depend on factors such as how many students choose a particular option. Exact modules may also vary in order to keep content current. When accepting your offer of a place to study on this programme, you should be aware that not all optional modules will be running each year. Your tutor will be able to advise you as to the available options on or before the start of the programme. Whilst the University tries to ensure that you are able to undertake your preferred options, it cannot guarantee this.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between business management and entrepreneurship?
Whilst similar, business management and entrepreneurship do have different meanings. Business management relates to the running of an established business, whereas entrepreneurship encompasses the generation and set up of one's own enterprise.
What is a business management with entrepreneurship course?
Business Management with Entrepreneurship combines the principles of business management with the skills and knowledge needed to start and run your own business.
How many years is the Business Management with Entrepreneurship course?
The typical course length is three years, however, if you choose to take a foundation year or a placement year, this increases to four years. Choose to take both, and you'll study for five years.
Meet Joseph
"I studied Business Management Studies, which was a four-year course with a year working in placement.
The university introduced me to Handelsbanken through the placement meetings that took place. I didn't seek out a career in finance or banking but the opportunity I had was too good to miss. Because of this, I believe the University of Salford helped me to pursue the career in banking I have now.
Salford Business School and my course definitely helped me achieve my ambitions. I am very happy and proud of my achievements and where I am today."
What about after uni?
A postgraduate degree is a great option if you want to take your knowledge and skills to the next level. Salford graduates and alumni also receive a fee discount.
A Business Management with Entrepreneurship graduate could continue their studies at postgraduate level in areas such as:
Career Links
As a Chartered Management Institute (CMI) accredited business school, we teach the skills that employers need, and as a result, our graduates enjoy excellent international career prospects.
Studying Business Management with Entrepreneurship at Salford Business School will open opportunities in a wide variety of career paths, and by completing a professional placement year, you can enhance your skills, confidence and employability.
We work with a wide range of employers to support our students, helping them to develop their skills and access internships, placements and graduate jobs. Employers we have worked with previously include PwC, EY, Bank of New York Mellon, Beevers & Struthers, the NHS and Salford City Council.
What you need to know
Applicant profile
This degree offers excellent scope for any student wanting to start a career in management or wants to begin their own company.
International students
We accept qualifications from all around the world. Applicants will be required to show a proficiency in English, with an IELTS score of 6.0 (with no element below 5.5).
Find your country to see a full list of entry requirements. If you do not meet the entry requirements, you could take the International Foundation Year to gain entry onto this degree.
GCSE
Maths and English at grade C / grade 4 or above. Applicants who do not have the equivalent of grade C or above in these areas will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed below.
UCAS Tariff points
104 – 112 UCAS tariff points from A Levels or equivalent
A level
BCC – BBC with a minimum of two A2 passes
BTEC National Diploma
DMM in any subject
T levels
Merit
Access to HE
Pass with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3 and 15 at Level 2
International Baccalaureate
30 points for International Baccalaureate Diploma
Scottish Highers
104-112 UCAS tariff points
Irish Leaving Certificate
104-112 UCAS tariff points
European Baccalaureate
Pass Diploma with 60% or above
Salford Alternative Entry Scheme (SAES)
We welcome applications from students who may not meet the stated entry criteria but who can demonstrate their ability to pursue the course successfully. Once we have received your application we will assess it and recommend it for SAES if you are an eligible candidate.
There are two different routes through the Salford Alternative Entry Scheme and applicants will be directed to the one appropriate for their course. Assessment will either be through a review of prior learning or through a formal test.
How much?
Your tuition fees are regulated by the UK government who has proposed changes to tuition fees for UK students studying in England from 1 August 2025. The fee stated reflects this proposed change, but remains subject to parliamentary approval. Your tuition fees may increase in your first and each subsequent year of your programme to the maximum amount permitted by UK law or regulation for that academic year.
Type of study | Year | Fees |
---|---|---|
Full-time home | 2025/26 | £9,535 per year |
Full-time international | 2025/26 | £15,720 per year |
Full-time home | 2026/27 | £9,535 per year |
Full-time international | 2026/27 | £16,500 per year |
Additional costs
You should also consider further costs which may include books, stationery, printing, binding and general subsistence on trips and visits.
All set? Let's apply
Still have some questions? Register for one of our Undergraduate Open Days or contact us:
By email: enquiries@salford.ac.uk
By phone: +44 (0)161 295 4545
Additional UCAS Information
Business Management with Entrepreneurship with Foundation Year UCAS Course ID - N198
Business Management with Entrepreneurship with Placement Year UCAS Course ID - N197
Enrolment dates
Student information
Terms and conditionsUCAS information
Course ID N192
Institution S03