**Please note that the information provided relates to the current academic year and is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University.
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.**
**Course summary:**
- Convert organisational needs into Business Requirements that drive strategic improvements.
- Develop and interpret the results of analytical work for actionable insights.
- Explore aspects of digital innovation in a variety of contexts including marketing, customer service, finance, retail, healthcare and social media.
- Learn introductory coding and Data Science.
- Work with local businesses on real projects.
- Study a language or specialist business subject in your elective module.
- Undertake a year-long paid work placement and optional semester abroad.
This course is about preparing you to become an integral team member in the digital evolution of organisations.
How you learn:
All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.
Following a highly practical approach, your learning takes place in a wide variety of settings in order to cater to different learning styles and behaviours.
You learn through:
- live projects with real businesses
- work placement
- semester abroad
- self-study and collaborative work
- analytical study and critical thinking
- presentations
- class discussions and problem-solving
**Applied learning - Work placements**
You will have the opportunity to arrange a year-long work placement in between your second and third years. This gives you a real-world experience to prepare you for your future career with companies such as GSK, NHS, Microsoft, SAP and Virgin. Salaries of up to £30,000 are possible. Your established track record in industry will help you to gain higher paid roles when you graduate.
You also have the option to study abroad for a semester in your second year if you are successful in applying to the global mobility initiative, which allows you to choose from over 40 European destinations and 20 other international university partnerships under English instruction.
**Live projects**
With the support of academics you will solve real-world client decision problems in a number of modules over your time on your course, including a consultancy assignment in your third year. This combination of theory and practice with real organisations is designed to support your personal and professional development as you become a more capable Business Analyst.
Course Details - Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances.
You will be able to complete a placement year as part of this course.
Year 1 - Compulsory modules
Developing Professional And Academic Skills
Financial Analysis For Business
Introduction To Statistics
People And Organisations In Context
Requirements Management
Elective modules
Foreign Language
Global Business Environment
Principles Of Business Management In The Sports Industry
Year 2 - Compulsory modules
Applied Financial Management
Applied Professional Skills
Data And Business Decisions
Data Science
Performance Measurement And Operations
Elective modules
Business Law
Foreign Language
Fraud Analytics
Leading Innovative Organisations
Planning Your Own Business
Service And Retail Marketing
Year 3 - Optional modules
Placement Year
Final year - Compulsory modules
Applied Analytics
Business Intelligence And Modelling
Consultancy Project
Strategy, Ethics, Privacy And Social Responsibility
Strategy Projects And People
Elective modules
Customer Psychology
Financial Performance Management
Foreign Language
Managing The Digital Enterprise
Course Details – Assessment Method
Coursework
Exams
Practical
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
N1M5
Institution code:
S21
Campus Name:
Main Site
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
This must include at least 64 points from 2 A Levels or equivalent BTEC qualifications. For example:
BBC at A Level
DMM in BTEC Extended Diploma.
A combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels, EPQ and general studies
Access - an Access to HE Diploma with at least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2. At least 15 level 3 credits must be at merit grade or above, from a QAA-recognised Access to HE course, or an equivalent Access to HE certificate.
If you do not have any of the qualifications above but have relevant experience you are welcome to discuss potential opportunities with the admissions tutor.
Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or above at the point of enrolment.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
