Get ready to explore the exciting world of business and discover how top organisations operate. BSc Business Management introduces you to everything from managing people to the latest in strategy, marketing, finance, and more. You will develop the skills and knowledge to navigate today’s dynamic business landscape. This course will allow you to master the essentials of business and begin the career that’s right for you.

Why study Business Management BSc at Lancaster University?

Our BSc in Business Management immerses you in the exciting world of business and management: managing people and business organisations, marketing and economics, financial decision-making, international business, big data, digital technologies, and more. Whether you want to work in a large corporation, a big consultancy, an SME or a non-profit, this degree gives you the skills, knowledge and values sought by top employers.

How is the Business Management course structured?

Your first year - setting the foundations: You will explore the fundamentals of management and discover how businesses are organised, managed and operate in contemporary economies. You will experience how marketing and entrepreneurial creativity lead to new ideas for products and services. You will learn how financial information and data provide powerful insights that drive business decision-making.

Your second year - delving deeper: You will increase your mastery of management in key areas. You will explore further how the complex forces of international commerce and international business shape the global marketplace. You’ll discover advanced aspects of marketing strategies and tools to navigate today’s fast-paced market landscapes. Year two will address the vital role people play in shaping successful organisations and business strategies by revealing how organisations can unlock their creative power. You’ll learn to master recruitment, employability, and talent development. The course will draw on cutting-edge research to equip you with the tools to navigate complex workplace challenges by examining key topics such as organisational culture, business ethics, digital technologies, and change management.

Continue directly into your final year, or take advantage of the skills you have developed in years one and two and choose either the experience of a year in industry, or enhancing your cultural intelligence with a year of study abroad.

Your final year - bringing it all together: All the aspects of your course will be integrated into a bigger picture to explore your future as a manager and executive in a complex world. You will learn how modern organisations use innovative approaches to deliver value, optimise processes, and create sustainable supply chains. You’ll discover how digital technologies – like AI and Big Data – enhance efficiency and create competitive advantage. You will explore business strategy and strategic challenges faced by business and management today: globalisation, sustainability, technological developments, and evolving workforce dynamics.

This course will develop your creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking and inspire you to become a forward-thinking leader ready to tackle the complexities of 21st-century business and management. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with peers, academics, industry experts, and guest speakers. You will gain invaluable networking opportunities and experiences that will set you apart in the competitive business landscape.

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Find out what it's like to study Business Management at Lancaster University Management School.

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So the most unique thing about this course is definitely the breadth of what you can learn. There's so many different areas

that you're exposed to right away, so you can learn anything from accountancy to economics to entrepreneurship to management. It's not a super-focused degree on one thing. You get a good taste of a lot of different, important, intertwined areas of business, which I think is really unique.

What is special and unique about the Business Management programme is that it offers you a really interdisciplinary approach to studies. What it means is that you are not specialising in any given area, but you are exploring different functions within the organisation. And you're learning how they work together.

This way as a manager in a future organisation, whether you will be working for the corporate world or yourself, or maybe even a third sector, you'll learn how all the functions in the organisations work together and what you do to get the best out of them to make sure your organisation can succeed.

So I made an appointment with the careers team and I said: "This is what I'm interested in. I really want to get into the event industry." They told me, "OK, so for now, these are the options you can have. You can look at these sites, talk to these people, go through LinkedIn, maybe send people emails." As well as my long term plan they said, "Well, you can do these things and then get into this. But also, you may not know if this is for you." So they gave me a lot of realistic advice like that. So they were giving me very practical advice.

So what's unique about a graduate that studies on the Business Management course is that they will not only be exposed to the key dynamics that occur in all organisations and businesses, but principally how these ideas come together. And it's at the moment that these ideas come together that strategic decisions can be made.

So key to this programme is the development of the skills that employers are really looking for. And one of the key elements of this is the capacity to think critically about the problems that organisations face and how to conceptualise in this way, to make informed decisions.

So really, this is a programme for students that want to be at that kind of strategic level of thinking by the end of their studies. Although they're taught the key components of business management, there's also an element of exploration that's contained within it.

So we'll support students through both the academic staff, but also the careers team and wider provisions to help students explore what it is that they're actually interested in, where their skill sets lie and what their potential careers might be.

Key facts

Features of the BSc Business Management course you should know about:

Careers support

Embedded specialist careers education and coaching throughout your degree to support you with careers advice and skills development.

Opportunities

Spend a year on an industry placement, or studying abroad as part of your degree.

Broad-based management learning

This course draws on the Management School’s full range of subjects, to give you a comprehensive foundation in business and management.

Take your learning further

This course is also available with the option to spend your third year on an industry placement or studying abroad at one of our partner universities before returning to Lancaster to complete your degree in year four.

Both options will broaden your experience, and build your confidence. You pay a reduced tuition fee for placement and study abroad years.

With your Business Management degree, you will graduate with the qualities, skills and insights required to start your career in business.

You will understand the core functions of management and the global environment in which business takes place. You will develop your capacity for critical thinking, creativity, and originality. These skills will give you the professional mobility, adaptability and flexibility desired by employers all around the world so you can thrive in any work environment.

What jobs do Lancaster University Business Management graduates go on to?

Our graduates secure positions in organisations in various sectors. They are extremely successful in large multinationals and major consultancies of all types, such as:

Rolls Royce

Unilever

Our graduates also discover their place in smaller businesses, start-ups, and other exciting new ventures. Many build successful careers in public sector institutions, non-profit organisations, government agencies and the civil service.

This degree is also a powerful springboard to postgraduate education and further academic study at Lancaster and other prestigious universities worldwide.

What careers support is available for Business Management students at Lancaster University?

The Management School's award-winning careers team provides dedicated careers and placement services. We offer a range of innovative services for LUMS students, including:

Embedded careers education throughout the degree

Career information, advice, and guidance appointments with specialist careers coaches

Regular workshops on key employability skills

Exposure to international career options and networks

Connections to strong networks of employers and alumni

Support in finding and acquiring work experience opportunities, including placements and internships

Lifelong access to all LUMS Careers services

Lancaster University is dedicated to helping you earn a highly respected degree while equipping you with essential life and professional skills. We are proud to offer every student the opportunity to participate in The Lancaster Award. This programme allows you to engage in valuable activities, such as work experience, volunteering, company projects, student societies, and sports clubs. Visit our careers section for more details.

Entry requirements

These are the typical grades that you will need to study this course. This section will tell you whether you need qualifications in specific subjects, what our English language requirements are, and if there are any extra requirements such as attending an interview or submitting a portfolio.

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A levels

Access to HE Diploma

30 Level 3 credits at Distinction plus 15 Level 3 credits at Merit

Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales

We accept the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales in place of one A level, or equivalent qualification, as long as any subject requirements are met.

BTEC Extended Diploma

BTEC in combination with A levels

A level at grade B plus BTEC(s) at DD, or A levels at grade BB plus BTEC at D

International Baccalaureate

32 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects

Scottish Highers and Advanced Highers

We are happy to admit applicants on the basis of five Highers, but where we require a specific subject at A level, we will typically require an Advanced Higher in that subject. If you do not meet the grade requirement through Highers alone, we will consider a combination of Highers and Advanced Highers in separate subjects. Please contact the Admissions team for more information.

T levels

Distinction overall

GCSE requirements

English Language grade 4/C.

We will also look at your overall GCSE profile when considering your application as a whole.

We do have flexibility when considering GCSE requirements. Go to our GCSE information for more details.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, we require an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component for this programme. English language qualifications for undergraduate study.

Help from our Admissions team

If you are thinking of applying to Lancaster and you would like to ask us a question, complete our enquiry form and one of the team will get back to you.

We also have more details on our website about:

Other qualifications we accept

International qualifications

How to apply and what happens afterwards

International foundation programmes

Delivered in partnership with Lancaster University International Study Centre, our one-year tailored foundation pathways are designed to improve your subject knowledge and English language skills to the level required by a range of Lancaster University degrees. Visit the Lancaster University International Study Centre for more details and a list of eligible degrees you can progress onto.

Contextual admissions

Contextual admissions could help you gain a place at university if you have faced additional challenges during your education which might have impacted your results. Visit our contextual admissions page to find out about how this works and whether you could be eligible.

Course structure

We continually review and enhance our curriculum to ensure we are delivering the best possible learning experience, and to make sure that the subject knowledge and transferable skills you develop will prepare you for your future. The University will make every reasonable effort to offer programmes and modules as advertised. In some cases, changes may be necessary and may result in new modules or some modules and combinations being unavailable, for example as a result of student feedback, timetabling, Professional Statutory and Regulatory Bodies' (PSRB) requirements, staff changes and new research. Where the course offers optional modules, they may not all be available every year.

In your first year, you will take six core modules.

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Economics for Business

You will be introduced to economic principles and explore modern economic systems through both microeconomic and macroeconomic lenses.

You will learn how individuals and businesses make decisions at the microeconomic level. This includes understanding supply and demand, market structures, and consumer behaviour. On the macroeconomic side, you will investigate key national economic indicators, including national income, unemployment rates, inflation, and the implications of economic policy.

This module takes a less mathematical approach, and provides an accessible and engaging exploration of economic theory, emphasising conceptual understanding and real-world economic phenomena.

Foundations in Management Theory and Practice

Today, management is everywhere. It shapes businesses, work organisations, and our daily lives. But what does it truly mean to manage? Who is a manager and what do they do?

You will be introduced to key theories and practices that define management, exploring how they influence decision-making in all sectors of human activity. Management is not just about control and rational decisions based on established models. It is about solving problems, leading people, and navigating complex organisations. Additionally, it involves understanding change and uncertainty, as well as power, politics, and human behaviour.

How do managers tackle difficult decisions, prioritise competing demands, and respond to unexpected challenges? By the end of this module, you will have a strong foundation in management decision-making and the critical thinking skills to evaluate how management operates in today’s rapidly changing world.

Foundations of Accounting and Finance

This introductory module is your gateway to mastering three essential areas in business: financial accounting, management accounting, and managerial finance

In financial accounting, you will learn to craft and understand how to prepare financial statements for external stakeholders such as investors, creditors and regulators.

In management accounting, you will explore the preparation of financial information for reporting to internal stakeholders such as managers or executives and discover how tailored financial information is used to inform managers’ and executives’ planning, decision-making and control of business activities.

In the area of finance, you will study financial markets and the process of managing money, investments and other financial resources. You will also learn how firms budget, borrow and invest for the future.

By the end of this module, you will have the knowledge and skills needed to navigate these critical areas with confidence.

Foundations of Entrepreneurship and Innovation

This module will equip you with a unique set of knowledge and skills essential for becoming a successful manager or entrepreneur. You will explore how to generate innovative business ideas and create or co-create new products, services or even organisations. Employers are increasingly seeking candidates who can make these kinds of innovative and entrepreneurial contributions in the workplace.

We will introduce you to the core concepts of entrepreneurship and innovation, providing a global perspective on their history, challenges, and relevance. You will practice identifying opportunities, pitching ideas, and creating returns on both financial and social investments through an entrepreneurial challenge that will help integrate your learning from other modules. As a result, you will develop the ability to think and act entrepreneurially in diverse organisational settings.

Principles of Marketing

This module provides a broad and comprehensive introduction to marketing, giving you a solid overview of how marketing works in a business context. You will be introduced to key marketing concepts, including:

Customer value

Segmentation

Targeting

Marketing communications

This will give you a great foundation for understanding how organisations use marketing to connect with audiences and grow their business. The insights gained from this module will help you think more strategically in any business role.

Professional Development for Study and Your Future Career

The Management School is committed to your professional development. We provide study skills to equip you to learn effectively from day one, along with employability skills to help you in securing placements and jobs during and after your degree. The module is tailored to the needs of your course, equipping you with the skills to think critically and to become a reflective learner.

In your second year, you will take five core modules and choose one optional module.

Human Resource Management: Managing Our Working Lives

Success in every organisation is driven by its people, and Human Resource Management (HRM) is the process that shapes how we work, grow, and succeed. This module goes beyond HR policies and paperwork. We will explore how HRM actively influences our working lives, various workplace cultures, and our perceptions of identity and work itself.

You will explore why HRM plays a crucial role in shaping employability and recruitment, performance management, and personal development across all sectors. But HRM isn’t just about policies; it’s about people. You will examine how companies attract talent, keep employees motivated, and navigate the challenges of both human and digital work.

Whether you aspire to lead a team, foster a creative workplace, or specialise in HR, this module will challenge you to think critically about people, performance and purpose in modern organisations.

Intermediate Accounting and Finance

This module will enhance your knowledge in accounting and finance. You will first focus on financial accounting, exploring essential topics like the valuation of inventory and non-current assets such as machinery, buildings and land. This knowledge is critical for understanding financial statements. You will examine financial accounting in limited liability companies and sharpen your skills in analysing financial statements.

In terms of management accounting, you will learn techniques to take control of business costs and performance. You will master the art of costing through absorption and activity-based costing methods, and perfect your approach to budgetary control for planning and effective oversight.

In finance, you will cover key areas of financial markets, including traditional equity, bond and currency markets as well as modern development such as cryptocurrencies. You will also tackle the fascinating subjects of capital investment decision-making, risk and return, and calculating the cost of capital. These are essential tools to help businesses plan for a profitable future.

International Business Environment

This module introduces the functioning of the global business environment and the implications for business. It uses relevant conceptual and analytical economic tools grounded in international political economy.

You will cover a range of important topics in international economics, including globalisation, the determinants of trade patterns and trade policies, exchange rate determination, the global factory and global supply chains, the growth of emerging economies, international knowledge flows, regionalism, and climate change.

Marketing Management Essentials

This module provides an in-depth exploration of some key contemporary marketing topics, allowing students from a wider business background to then study further strategic marketing modules. You will gain a deeper understanding of the following:

consumers and consumer behaviour

effective marketing communications

the contemporary challenges facing marketers and organisations.

Operations and Process Management

Operations Management (OM) is a core managerial discipline across various operations, ranging from private-sector manufacturing to public-sector services. It is applicable to any of the organised processes that underpin the modern world, including transportation, energy generation, retailing, production of goods, and the provision of medical and educational services.

You will find it valuable to understand the main principles of OM if you are studying a business and management degree, as it is connected to many areas of management. A large part of OM is analytical: structuring, measuring and reaching logical conclusions about operations problems such as congestion, shortages, errors and failures. Part of it is constructive: being able to design processes and put together plans that systematise, coordinate and improve work. This module reflects the combination of these elements and incorporates both qualitative and quantitative methods.

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Entrepreneurship in Context

This module will immerse you in the unique and interrelated areas where entrepreneurial practices and opportunities emerge. It will focus on different forms of practice that inform and explain entrepreneurship in the corporate world, social enterprises, franchise organisations and family businesses.

The module will include four streams:

Social enterprise - a context in which entrepreneurial practices generate social value

Franchising - a context where entrepreneurs develop businesses and foster innovation through partnerships

Family business - a context where entrepreneurial opportunities align with family objectives across generations

Intrapreneurship - a context where opportunities lead to the emergence of new ventures within existing organisations

By adopting a contextual view of entrepreneurship, you will gain current insights that you can apply in practical settings. You will engage with these contexts by providing solutions to challenges presented by practitioners in franchising, social enterprises, family businesses, and corporations.

Ethics and Responsibility in a Global Context

In this module, you will explore some of the key ethical challenges that businesses and management face today. Engaging in lively debates, you will discuss the responsibilities of corporations towards both local and global societies. You will analyse in depth the factors that contribute to or hinder ethical decision-making and critically evaluate the role of business and the wider economy in promoting a just, fair and equitable world.

Using contemporary examples and recent theoretical developments, you will examine the ethics of global production and consumption. You will investigate how various international organisations attempt to stimulate and regulate responsible business conduct. Additionally, you will challenge existing business practices that affect nature, our planet and its future, envisioning possible alternatives.

Through a critical and reflective approach, this module will develop your appreciation of the ethical implications of management and its impact on people, society, and the planet.

Global Business Knowledge and Mindset

Boost your CV by gaining international experience and earn credits towards your degree. You study abroad at a summer school at a partner university between your first and second year.

You will gain subject-specific business knowledge and experience studying in a different country and culture. You can choose from a wide selection of partner universities based on where you want to study and the subjects offered.

Some of your assessment will take place at the partner university. You will also write a reflective essay after you return to help you articulate what you have learnt during your time abroad. This will help you to link your experiences to employability for future interviews.

To complete your experience, you will participate in an online project during the semester, working with an international team of students. This project will help you develop a global mindset and build your communication skills as you work in a cross-cultural team, participating in a business game where you will complete challenges related to the global Sustainable Development Goals.

Management in International Businesses and Organisations

In this module, you will explore the key concerns and strategies of managers in international businesses. Through various examples, you will study the complexities of managing these enterprises, ranging from global manufacturing companies to international service providers. You will explore how international businesses affect economies and societies. By the end of this module, you will gain a clearer understanding of how to manage global operations and the intricate networks that support the production and delivery of goods and services worldwide.

Organising in the Digital Age

This module investigates how information systems are transforming modern organisations, work, and society. You will explore the significant impacts of digital technologies, focusing on key areas:

shaping organisational culture

analysing system successes and failures

navigating the ethical dimensions of information technology

addressing digital inclusion and exclusion

Using interactive case studies and key readings, you will dissect complex technological challenges facing contemporary organisations. You will learn to identify crucial technological developments, evaluate the consequences of implementing new systems, and develop appropriate management responses. This module will sharpen your critical and analytical skills, enhancing your understanding of key theories and practices for navigating the digital age.

Understanding People and Management

This module will help you understand people and how they are managed and controlled in the workplace. It will draw on concepts from social and organisational psychology and explore how these ideas have been applied in designing management and work practices. You will be introduced to practices such as psychometric personality testing, as well as various motivation techniques. You will also explore new forms of control and how work changed from something we do, to who and what we are.

We will examine how managers and management practices shape the meaning and identity of employees using corporate culture, workspaces and work environments, humour and emotions to align individuals with organisational goals.

In your third year, you will take two core modules and choose four optional modules.

You will choose two of the first five optional modules listed, one of the following two modules, and one of the final four modules.

Business, Values and Ethics in Contemporary Economies

Business revolves around the exchange of values: buying and selling, consuming and producing. But why do we value certain things more than others? What are these values, and how do they shape contemporary economies?

As you enter the final year of your studies, you will begin to see that answers to such questions involves more than rational or purely economic calculations. It is important for managerial and organisational decision-making to understand the social, cultural and ethical forces that influence our values and the role they play in shaping our personal lives.

You will examine how value is assigned to what we produce and consume. You will also consider how different values guide the ethics of contemporary businesses. You will develop your critical understanding of why we value what we do, how we make decisions, and the importance of questioning the assumptions behind those decisions.

Capstone Strategic Project

This project is an opportunity for you to draw on the knowledge you have gained through your course and apply it to a key problem or issue linked to your field of study. It serves as the culmination of your learning experience, enabling you to demonstrate the skills you have developed.

Global Supply Chain Management

Supply chain management has become a significant concern for many organisations in both public and private sectors and is one of the most actively researched areas in the academic operations management community. You will explore the principles and practices of supply chain management focusing on logistics within high-volume industries like retail. Additionally, you will critically examine supply chain management, as just one manifestation of the broader issue of trans-organisational operations management.

Most of the time will be spent considering inter-organisational relationships from various perspectives, but it will also be necessary to understand how they relate to matters within the organisation. You will also consider emerging themes in supply chain management, such as service supply chains and sustainability.

International Political Environment

You will explore how domestic and international political environments impact businesses and organisations. Drawing on the knowledge you have gained throughout your studies, you will examine current affairs and geopolitical issues across the globe and discuss their implications for management decision-making.

The module responds to debates and events in real-time, using a range of current examples. We will discuss and debate the impact of foreign policies and political decisions on global trade, as well as the implications of conflicts across different regions on business strategies and geo-politics.

We will analyse the global influence of various economic actors, the rise of new political movements, and the impact of technology on the global business environment. This module will equip you with the skills to navigate the complex political landscape and dynamics that influence management strategies and decisions.

Global Sustainable Development

Can global sustainable development be effectively managed? If so, who should be responsible for it?

The UN Sustainable Development Goals represent the most recent effort to balance environmental, social, and economic priorities in a world experiencing rapid change in both ecological and material conditions. You will explore various perspectives and positions regarding sustainable development: what it is, how it is distributed, what it could become, and what kind of sustainability we can realistically achieve.

We will examine how businesses and management interact with nature, while critically assessing the political, ecological, social, and economic interconnections and their implications. Through comparative analyses, case studies, and reflective inquiries, you will develop the ability to think critically, establish connections, and take meaningful action toward creating sustainable futures.

Contemporary Perspectives on Work and Human Resources

You will develop an informed, critical and current understanding of how people management is undertaken in organisations and the implications this has for all stakeholders. Whether you aspire to be a human resources professional in your future career or a manager in some capacity, you are likely to be managed in some way.

The module provides a solid foundation for evaluating different approaches to managing people and their potential impacts. You will gain a critical understanding of the appropriateness of these approaches in different contexts. To build this understanding, we will explore several current themes including flexible working and work-life balance, health and wellbeing in the workplace, and managing careers.

Responsible Leadership, Gender and Inclusion

This module helps you develop as a responsible and effective leader. You will learn to make decisions that balance the concerns of all stakeholders, including employees, society and the environment. You will engage with responsible leadership theories to gain a deeper understanding of your own approach to leadership.

A critical element of leading responsibly is the ability to recognise the arguably “Western” and gender-blind theoretical concepts that underpin leadership, gender and business. You will develop a critical perspective to support your entrepreneurial leadership practice beyond your home borders.

Additionally, you will explore and identify the impact of leadership on gender and diversity in business. You will have the opportunity to reflect on your own perceptions of leadership and gender, as well as how these perceptions might influence your career and entrepreneurial aspirations within your specific country context.

Power, Technology and Society

This module critically examines the relationship between technology, power, and society. You will challenge the conventional view of technology as a neutral force, exploring its profound impact on work, organising, and social inequalities, including those related to gender, race, disability, and coloniality. You will investigate the complex interaction between technological development and societal structures.

You will learn to analyse dominant narratives surrounding technology, examining diverse perspectives. A key focus will be on developing your ability to critically examine the discourses and applications of technology. This will encourage you to question your own assumptions and those of others.

By the end of the module, you will gain tools to contextualise how technology is discussed, deployed, and experienced within contemporary organisations and society.

Smart Data and AI Systems for Business

This module introduces you to the role of data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) in modern business management. It covers key concepts, tools, and techniques used to analyse business data, generate insights, and support decision-making. You will explore how AI applications, such as machine learning, predictive analytics, agentic AI, and large language models (LLMs), are transforming management practices across industries.

The module emphasises practical problem-solving through case studies, hands-on exercises, and discussions on ethical and strategic implications. By the end of the module, you will have a foundational understanding of how analytics and AI can enhance business performance and drive innovation. You will also develop the technical skills needed to leverage these technologies to solve real-world business problems.

Strategic Management

Strategic management involves making deliberate choices that shape an organisation’s direction and scope, ultimately enhancing its ability to create value and achieve long-term success. In today’s rapidly changing business environment, the ability to strategise—process complex information, think creatively, and persuade others—is an essential skill. These abilities influence a firm’s short-term performance and long-term survival, impacting a wide range of stakeholders.

This module provides you with an in-depth understanding of strategy. You will learn to critically analyse real-world business decisions using contemporary strategic management thinking. Through interactive lectures, case analyses, and discussions, you will explore how firms position themselves in competitive markets, manage resources, and adapt to external changes. You will also examine how artificial intelligence is transforming strategy making, from predictive analytics to automation. By the end of the module, you will be prepared to tackle complex strategic challenges and make informed, impactful decisions in your future career.

Strategic Marketing

In an increasingly competitive world, marketing plays a crucial role in shaping the direction and strategy of global and national organisations to create sustainable success. This module challenges you to think at a higher level about how marketing supports organisational goals. You will explore how strategic thinking influences decisions around product portfolios, markets and customer relationships. As you examine contemporary challenges such as sustainability and competitive disruption, you will build your ability to evaluate and develop integrated marketing strategies.

Brand Strategy

You will explore what makes brands powerful and how they create value in competitive markets. This module introduces you to strategic approaches to brand development, positioning and identity. You will consider how brands connect with audiences emotionally and culturally, and how ethical branding and inclusivity are increasingly central to long-term brand success.

International Marketing Management

Explore how organisations operate across borders and adapt their marketing strategies to different international contexts. You will examine global trends, cultural influences and the challenges of managing global brands. This module encourages you to think critically about ethical and sustainable practices in global markets and prepares you for roles in multinational environments.

Fees and funding

Our annual tuition fee is set for a 12-month session, starting at the beginning of each academic year.

Our Undergraduate Tuition Fees for 2027/28 are:

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Additional costs

There may be extra costs related to your course for items such as books, stationery, printing, photocopying, binding and general subsistence on trips and visits. Following graduation, you may need to pay a subscription to a professional body for some chosen careers.

Specific additional costs for studying at Lancaster are listed below.

College fees

Lancaster is proud to be one of only a handful of UK universities to have a collegiate system. Every student belongs to a college, and all students pay a small college membership fee which supports the running of college events and activities. Students on some distance-learning courses are not liable to pay a college fee.

For students starting in 2026 or 2027, the fee is £40 for undergraduates and research students and £15 for students on one-year courses. Students on some distance-learning courses are not liable to pay a college fee.

Computer equipment and internet access

To support your studies, you will also require access to a computer, along with reliable internet access. You will be able to access a range of software and services from a Windows, Mac, Chromebook or Linux device. For certain degree programmes, you may need a specific device, or we may provide you with a laptop and appropriate software - details of which will be available on relevant programme pages. A dedicated IT support helpdesk is available in the event of any problems.

The University provides limited financial support to assist students who do not have the required IT equipment or broadband support in place.

Study abroad courses

In addition to travel and accommodation costs, while you are studying abroad, you will need to have a passport and, depending on the country, there may be other costs such as travel documents (e.g. visa or work permit) and any tests and vaccines that are required at the time of travel. Some countries may require proof of funds.

Placement and industry year courses

In addition to possible commuting costs during your placement, you may need to buy clothing that is suitable for your workplace and you may have accommodation costs. Depending on the employer and your job, you may have other costs such as copies of personal documents required by your employer for example.

What is my fee status?

The fee that you pay will depend on whether you are considered to be a home or international student. Read more about how we assign your fee status.

Fees in subsequent years

Home fees are subject to annual review, and are liable to rise each year in line with UK government policy. International fees (including EU) are reviewed annually and are not fixed for the duration of your studies. Read more about fees in subsequent years.

Fees for study abroad and work placements

We will charge tuition fees to Home undergraduate students on full-year study abroad/work placements in line with the maximum amounts permitted by the Department for Education. The current maximum levels are:

Students studying abroad for a year: 15% of the standard tuition fee

Students taking a work placement for a year: 20% of the standard tuition fee

International students on full-year study abroad/work placements will also be charged in line with the maximum amounts permitted by the Department for Education. The current maximum levels are:

Students studying abroad for a year: 15% of the standard international tuition fee during the Study Abroad year

Students taking a work placement for a year: 20% of the standard international tuition fee during the Placement year

Please note that the maximum levels chargeable in future years may be subject to changes in Government policy.

Scholarships and bursaries

You will be automatically considered for our main scholarships and bursaries when you apply, so there's nothing extra that you need to do.

You may be eligible for the following funding opportunities, depending on your fee status:

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Home students

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We also have other, more specialised scholarships and bursaries - such as those for students from specific countries.

Browse Lancaster University's scholarships and bursaries.

Course scholarships

Becketts Scholarship

A scholarship for widening participation students from the Fylde Coast studying programmes in Accounting and Finance, Business Management, Economics and MORSE.

Student testimonial

"One unexpected benefit of my course has been the chance to meet and learn directly from business owners and entrepreneurs. I was surprised by how often guest lecturers from the business world visited our classes. These sessions open up incredible networking opportunities."

Teresa Neves

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Student societies

Take advantage of our range of academic societies that help you learn and network outside your studies. You may be interested in the Career Advancement Network Society or Enactus Lancaster. Management School student societies

Alumni for life

When you join Lancaster University, you become part of a global network of over 170,000 graduates across more than 190 countries.

As a Lancaster University Management School alumnus, you’ll belong to a vibrant community of fellow graduates worldwide.

Connect with graduates who work in the job sector that interests you and use your network to get advice and learn about career opportunities.

After you graduate, you'll enjoy a variety of benefits and services exclusive to Lancaster University Alumni, including:

careers support for life

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Alumni profiles

Link: click to see Murtaza Gheewala

Murtaza Gheewala

BSc Business Management (Industry), 2025

The combination of academic and practical experiences at Lancaster has been excellent preparation for my role in Digital Sales at Henkel.

Link: click to see Tobias Julian Franco Cordoba

Tobias Julian Franco Cordoba

BSc Business Management, 2021

It’s been an amazing three years and I couldn’t have made a better choice on where to study.

Tom Munday

Alumni story: Tom

Find out about Tom's journey to selling the company he helped co-found for an eight-figure sum. Tom graduated from Lancaster in 2018.

Tom's entrepreneurial journey

Top 100 in the world for Business and Management

Lancaster University is ranked 13th in the UK and 96th globally for Business and Management according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, one of 11 subjects at Lancaster to be featured in the top 100 in these prestigious listings.

QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026

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