Business Management and Economics BA (Hons)
Nottingham Trent University
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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City Campus

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Start date

SEP-25

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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SEP-25

Duration

3 Years

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The worlds recent turbulent economic times have demonstrated that a new, deeper understanding of this subject is needed. Our Business Management and Economics course will provide you with an introduction to economic theory within a business and management context.This course will train you to think like an economist right from day one. You will develop your knowledge on the ideas and methods used by economists to support successful business and management.The approach to engaging with the ...Read more

The world's recent turbulent economic times have demonstrated that a new, deeper understanding of this subject is needed. Our Business Management and Economics course will provide you with an introduction to economic theory within a business and management context.This course will train you to think like an economist right from day one. You will develop your knowledge on the ideas and methods used by economists to support successful business and management.The approach to engaging with the business world will give you a distinctive perspective on decision making, a skill that is in demand by many employers. All students will take part in a business simulation task, imitating the experience of running a business with a group of fellow students.During your second year you have a variety of unique opportunities to get involved in such as studying abroad, enterprise project, internship or simply continue with your studies. The course can be studied over three years full-time or four years with a placement.Today’s businesses are more competitive than ever and are constantly looking for new ideas to keep them ahead of their rivals. Our Business Management Joint Honour degrees are perfect to hone your business skills and having the flexibility to specialise in areas of interest.Our BA (Hons) Business Management Joint Honours courses have Dual Award status with the Chartered Management Institute. Nottingham Business School at NTU is accredited by EQUIS and AACSB accredited, which are internationally recognised hallmarks of excellence and quality for business education. We are one of only nine UK business schools recognised as a PRME Champion, and held up as an exemplar by the United Nations Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME). NBS is also recognised by the Small Business Charter, as we play an effective role in supporting small businesses, local economies and student entrepreneurship.

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
16/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
35th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
45th
Business Studies
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Business Studies graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
Economics
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Economics graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
What students say
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Eddie
30 Jan 25

The best part of my uni experience has definitely been making friends and going to a variety of different activities with them, as I was unable to do this in my small town. The..Read more

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Michael
27 Jan 25

Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is a vibrant and forward-thinking institution known for its commitment to academic excellence and student success. The university offers a wide..Read more

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A level

A level:

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UCAS Tariff:

104 - 112 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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T Level:

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104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent)

104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent)

Pass your Access course with 60 credits overall with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3

104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from your BTEC Level 3 National Diploma and up to two other qualifications.

104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from your BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate and up to three other qualifications (one of which must be A-Level equivalent).

DMM from a BTEC Extended Diploma

We will consider T Levels for entry to this course, either as stand-alone qualifications or in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications, in accordance with the specified course tariff points.

Popular A-level subjects

Economics

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Economics
76%
Mathematics
39%
Business Studies
36%
Geography
15%
History
13%
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Business Studies

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Business Studies
58%
Economics
24%
Psychology
17%
Geography
16%
History
15%
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Latest reviews

Latest Business Studies reviews

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Eddie
30 Jan 25
Business Management and Human Resources BA (Hons)
The best part of my uni experience has definitely been making friends and going to a variety of different activities with them, as I was unable to do this in my small town. The...
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Michael
27 Jan 25
Business Management and Economics BA (Hons)
Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is a vibrant and forward-thinking institution known for its commitment to academic excellence and student success. The university offers a wide...
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Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham Trent University , Nottingham

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Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham Trent University 50 Shakespeare Street Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG1 4FQ United Kingdom
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