Business and Marketing (with Placement Year)

Set yourself up for an exciting career in business marketing. You'll be supported by regular coaching, and our professional network of academic staff, business leaders and the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM). You'll be well placed to launch your graduate marketing career, whether you aspire to work in a marketing role or for a marketing agency. You can also support website development and marketing campaigns for clients through the Business School's Media Lab.

You'll gain subject expertise in business and marketing, alongside a grounding in contemporary business issues (such as globalisation, digital communications and the growth of social media). You'll be able to demonstrate your business knowledge through active experience, such as applied consultancy projects, paid placements, internships and study abroad. This active experience will show that you are a creative, customer-oriented and commercially-focused graduate with a broad range of skills that are valued by employers.

Notes:
• As placements are paid by the employer at minimum wage plus these costs can be covered by the student’s wage.
• During this year you will pay 10% of normal academic fees to the University.
• You are provided with a placement tutor, and have access to the advice of the full placement team, as well as all University student support and services.