The BSc (Hons) Business and Law programme bridges the gap between two vital disciplines, giving you a dual understanding of business management and legal frameworks.

You’ll study contract law, corporate law, and employment law alongside core business subjects like finance, management, and strategy. This combination is ideal for those looking to pursue careers in corporate governance, compliance, or legal consultancy within businesses.

Through case studies, moot courts, and work placements, you’ll gain practical experience in applying legal knowledge to real-world business situations.

With the guidance of experienced academics and legal professionals, this degree will provide you with a competitive edge in the complex and highly regulated business environment

Dual Expertise in Business and Law

This programme provides a rare combination of legal knowledge and business acumen, preparing you for roles where an understanding of both corporate law and business strategy is essential.

Practical Legal Experience

Engage in case studies, moot courts, and legal simulations that allow you to apply legal concepts to real-world business scenarios, enhancing your practical understanding of both fields.

Career Opportunities in Corporate Governance

With a solid foundation in both business and law, you’ll be well-positioned for roles in corporate governance, compliance, and consultancy, where this dual expertise is highly valued.

Professional Confidence

Through interactive learning experiences and practical exercises, students develop the confidence to navigate professional environments. Role-playing scenarios, presentations, and networking opportunities help build self-assurance and effective communication skills.

Problem Solving

Our curriculum emphasizes analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Students tackle real-world case studies, engage in group projects, and participate in simulations to develop the ability to identify, analyse, and solve complex business challenges

Strategic Thinking

Modules such as Strategic Management foster strategic thinking by exploring industry trends, competitive dynamics, and long-term planning. Students learn to formulate and execute strategic initiatives aligned with organisational goals and market demands

Critical Thinking

Critical thinking is honed through rigorous analysis of business concepts, theories, and practices. Students evaluate diverse perspectives, assess evidence, and construct logical arguments to make informed decisions and solve problems effectively.

Business Acumen

Our programme cultivates a deep understanding of business principles, practices, and contexts. Through courses in finance, marketing, operations, and management, students develop the business acumen necessary to interpret financial data, assess market opportunities, and drive organizational success.

Reflective Skills for Professional Development

Reflective practice is integrated throughout the curriculum to promote continuous learning and personal development. Through journaling, self-assessments, and guided reflections, students gain insights into their strengths, weaknesses, and areas for growth, enhancing their ability to adapt and thrive in dynamic environments.

9-12 hours of contact time supported with independent and directed study .

Course work, reports presentations, posters, digital artefacts. Debates case study analysis.

The assessments are designed to evaluate not only academic knowledge but also practical skills and competencies that are directly relevant to real-world employment scenarios.

This focus on employability ensures you graduate equipped to make an immediate impact in your chosen career path.

Students can progress onto Birmingham Newman Universities early career MBA, or our MSc International Business.

Graduates have moved into careers across all industries and sectors, with a number of students successfully starting their own businesses also.