Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Business Management with Sustainable Development

• Understand how management informs business behaviour and performance
• Analyse complex problems from a range of perspectives
• Utilise digital tools and technologies to gather, analyse and communicate information professionally
• Identify the core principles of sustainability management and make crucial decisions based on the 3Ps: people, planet and profit
• Familiarise yourself with the circular economy and how it can be applied to reduce waste and maximise resource input
• Apply management and leadership frameworks to local, national and global business environments
• Evaluate the role leaders and practitioners play in employing sustainable development initiatives, including corporate social responsibility, inclusivity and stakeholder engagement
• Learn to pivot with rapidly changing business conditions and opportunities, as well as plan for and implement long-term visions
• Explore how different businesses operate, with a focus on how sustainability can be applied

Networking with industry

Leeds Business School has strong industry links within the city and wider region. This will provide you with a range of opportunities in a huge variety of sectors and industries to enhance your employability skills.

Develop your practical experience

You'll study a course with a focus on giving you real-world, practical experience. You can enhance your knowledge and employability skills with an optional year-long placement in industry or by volunteering. You'll also work on a consultancy project and engage with workshops, simulations, guest lectures and business competitions.

Guest lectures

Our guest lecture programme will give you the chance to enhance your knowledge and gain inspiration. High-profile speakers have included judges, politicians and the CEO of the London Stock Exchange. To view and register for any upcoming guest lectures, visit our university events webpage.

The Hatchery

Are you an aspiring entrepreneur? Or maybe you have dreams of being self-employed? As a student at Leeds Business School, you'll have access to specialist enterprise support. Through embedded enterprise education and our Centre for Entrepreneurship and Knowledge Exchange, we'll provide a creative space for you to hatch your ideas into successful ventures. You'll benefit from access to our co-working space, The Hatchery, and mentoring support from our advisors and resident entrepreneurs. You'll also have opportunities to engage with our vibrant student business community and networking events.