Study with us

develop the skills and expertise required to set up your own business and the entrepreneurship required by organisations

gain valuable industry experience in Years 3 and 4, working with placement companies

learn from the experiences of our guest lecturers who include industrial contacts and alumni

gain real-world skills, which are valued by employers, through taking part in student competitions in which you will plan and develop a business idea

Why this course?

Business Enterprise is about the creation of wealth, creativity and resourcefulness and exploiting change. This course is designed for students who want to start a new enterprise, those who want to take over the management of an existing business and those who are aiming for leadership positions.

Studying Hospitality & Tourism Management will prepare you for leadership roles in a dynamic industry which generates £5 billion to the Scottish economy and creates one in 10 jobs. You’ll have the skills to manage operations and business across a range of industries including hospitality, tourism and events.

Assessment

The majority of classes involve a final unseen exam which is normally at the end of the semester. This is normally supplemented by individual and/or group coursework.

Students normally have one opportunity to be re-assessed for a failed class. Exam resits normally take place during the summer.

A range of assessment techniques are used including:

• business reports
• case studies
• essays
• presentations
• individual and group projects
• learning journals
• peer assessments