Business and Management (with a professional placement year) - BSc (Hons)

### Why choose this course at Sussex Develop critical thinking skills to evaluate and solve business and management problems, and prepare for your career with a placement. Learn about responsible and sustainable business management, and gain the confidence to drive positive change in the workplace. Get access to a global mentoring programme, alumni network, industry speakers, and the support of the Careers and Entrepreneurship team. Effective business leaders need to navigate global markets and communicate across cultures. This course will give you an international outlook while you learn how to drive strategic growth and innovation. As a student, you’ll join a Business School of leading academics who are shaping policy and practice. We follow the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME). This means we incorporate sustainability and social responsibility into our teaching and research. We’ll prepare you to work in organisations where profitability is balanced with sustainable business practices and corporate social responsibility. You’ll benefit from our culture of research excellence in areas such as the future of work, the digital workplace and sustainability. You’ll also have access to our established industry connections, state-of-the-art facilities and enhanced careers support. By studying at Sussex, you will: establish a foundation for success in diverse, inclusive, and global environments develop your understanding of business within a broader societal context explore themes ranging from sustainability to equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) gain expertise in digital transformation, business analytics and people management develop digital and data skills. You can also strengthen your academic skills with the support of an academic success adviser, and expand your horizons through study abroad opportunities. You’ll also have the opportunity to apply for a professional placement year. You’ll graduate with the expertise to pursue generalist or specialist management roles. You could choose fields such as marketing, social enterprise or human resources. You might also explore entrepreneurship and launch your own business venture. Location Nestled in the South Downs National Park, close to the sea and Brighton’s vibrant cultural scene, our campus offers a warm and welcoming home. Situated just an hour from London and 30 minutes from Gatwick Airport, Brighton offers the best of both worlds. Encouraging curiosity, creativity and connection, it combines the best of city life with easy access to the countryside, the UK’s capital and the wider world beyond.