Study a business and management degree with Essex Online

Looking to kickstart your own business or take the first step into a lucrative management career? Our undergraduate degree in business and management provides you with a wide range of highly transferable skills, leading to career opportunities in almost any sector. Read on to discover how our 100% online, part-time BA (Hons) Business and Management could launch your career.

What you’ll learn

Our BA (Hons) Business and Management will teach you the key differences between the role of a leader and a manager – deepening your understanding of approaches to managing change across people, processes and organisational culture. Throughout the course you’ll examine real-world companies, while learning about the internal and external environment of organisations – as well as their impacts on people, technology and resources.

You’ll cover a range of key business functions including finance, human resource management, operations management and project management. Gain a solid understanding of the overall communication process while exploring the effective communication channels leaders employ. By the end of the course, you’ll have developed the key skills required to accelerate your management career.

How you’ll learn

Our BA (Hons) Business and Management is delivered 100% online, part-time – perfect for those who can’t commit the time to attend university or study full-time due to other commitments. The cutting-edge virtual learning environment (VLE) is available on any device, from anywhere in the world. Not only that, but you’ll have 24/7 access to study materials and our extensive eLibrary, so you can fit your studies around full-time work or a busy family life.

Your future

Upon completion of the course, you’ll have a solid understanding of the modern business environment and the economic environment in which businesses operate. You’ll also develop a broad range of management skills that can be transferred to roles across a wide variety of industries. As well as management, you’ll be prepared to pursue a career in finance, consultancy, project management, advertising or marketing.

Looking for a shorter course?

The BA (Hons) Business and Management has an indicative study duration of four years, but this can be longer or shorter depending on your speed of study and module availability. If you’re looking for a shorter course, we also offer a 16-month CertHE Business and Management. Our CertHE has an open entry route, so you don’t need any prior academic qualifications or work experience to apply.

Why choose the University of Essex Online?

• Develop key skills to approach business challenges and apply them to your current role from day one.
• With a recognised business and management qualification, you’ll be in high demand across industries such as marketing, sales, HR and finance.
• Taught by experienced academics who are subject-matter experts.
• Delivered by the University of Essex’s AACSB accredited Business School.
• Graduate on campus at the University of Essex, a top 25 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2025).

To find out more about our BA (Hons) Business and Management with the University of Essex Online, download a prospectus today!

Learn more about University of Essex Online