Online degree BSc (Hons) Business Management

• Business 101
  Business 101 teaches you the fundamentals of business administration and doing business. Gain insight into general organisational approaches of companies.  

• Managerial economics
  Learn about the exchange between supply and demand, consumer behaviour and entrepreneurial decision making, based on factors like production technology and competitive market conditions. Examine economic theories and their practical application to business. 

• Principles of management
  In today’s business world, the success of an organisation depends highly on its management. Develop knowledge of fundamental management principles. Learn about the key aspects and skills needed for managers and their decision-making processes.

• Business mathematics
  Business mathematics focuses on the economics of mathematical methods. Learn about quantitative methods across disciplines, including areas like: 

  • investment and finance theory 

  • logistics  

  • and marketing. 

• Collaborative work

  Build key interdisciplinary competency to develop connections and navigate networking opportunities. Learn about:  

  • collaborative learning and working practices 

  • constructive cooperation with others 

  • creative thinking 

  • empathy 

  • emotional intelligence. 

• International marketing
  Learn about strategic marketing in an international context including cultural differences and how they influence international marketing management. Gain insight into:  

  • international market research 

  • strategic planning  

  • and the ethics of international marketing.  

• Management accounting
  Learn about the role management accounting plays in business profitability. Develop your knowledge of cost and performance measurements and their impact on internal decisions, controls, and budgeting processes. 

• Entrepreneurship and innovation
  Entrepreneurship and innovation are a driving force behind economic global development. Expand your knowledge of entrepreneurial ideas, motives, and concepts. Gain an overview of entrepreneurial evaluations, innovations, and developments. 

• Introduction to academic work
  The application of good scientific practice is an academic fundamental. Develop the skills required to write strong scientific papers and get an overview of different examination formats and requirements. 

• Agile project management
  Gain a practical introduction to agile project management and learn to distinguish it from plan-driven approach. Learn the values, activities, and roles of typical agile procedures and practice with an example project. 

• Corporate finance and investment
  Introduction to the theory and practice of corporate finance, the role of financial markets and investment processes. Learn the fundamentals of modern corporate finance, risk factors and financial statement analysis, – including investment processes and estimating expected cash flows. 

• Leadership 4.0
  Explore leadership knowledge and the tools to continually innovate. Learn to create visionary frameworks and business models in the face of today’s digital changes and artificial intelligence.  

• Sustainability
  Understand the fundamentals of sustainability from an ethical and economic viewpoint. Learn about sustainable product development, product lifecycle planning, and triple bottom line reporting. 

• Digital business models
  Learn about underlying patterns and key factors influencing digital business models – how does a company generate, deliver and secure value? Get an overview of business model concepts, including the influence of digitalisation. 

• Elective A (see Electives A section below)

• Elective A (see Electives A section below)

• Corporate governance and strategy
  Learn about major frameworks that allow companies to be established and operate. Consider corporate governance and different governance patterns, including a variety of management and control approaches and how they link to corporate strategy. 

• Seminar in current topics in digitalization
  Deep learning. Crowdsourcing. FinTech business models. Boost your communication skills and critical thinking by presenting a paper on some of the hot topics in digital transformation and its effect on society. 

• Elective B (see Electives B section below)

• Elective B (see Electives B section below)

• Elective C (see Electives C section below)

• Elective C (see Electives C section below)

• Undergraduate (bachelor) thesis
  Apply the subject-specific and methodological competencies learned throughout your course to present an academic dissertation. You’ll also learn how to tackle a practical-empirical or theoretical-scientific problem.

• Change management
  Explore the different change models and how to understand, analyse and diagnose change processes. Learn about structure, culture, politics, and the complexity of change in business life.  

• Innovation management
  The success of any company depends on innovation. But how do you ensure the steady generation of new ideas? We’ll encourage you to explore different strategies, experiment with creativity techniques and examine real-world case studies.

• Customer relationship management
  Gain an understanding of customer relationship management (CRM) strategies. Learn about:  

  • the customer relationship cycle 

  • customer satisfaction 

  • loyalty 

  • retention 

  • customer portfolio management. 

• International management
  Globalisation has created opportunities and challenges for companies. Develop a detailed understanding of the strategies needed to trade successfully in international markets – and gain first-hand experience through real business cases.

• Introduction to process management
  Understanding how to implement processes and manage change is key to success in business. Gain experience in enterprise modelling and learn to identify challenges, so you’re better equipped to manage risk.

• Self-arranged internship I (*)

  Gain practical and analytical skills by securing and completing an internship, enhancing your employability. In preparation tutorials, explore workplace dynamics and set personal goals for your placement.

• Self-arranged internship II (*)

  Building on your first experience, this self-arranged internship lets you apply academic skills in a real-world entrepreneurial setting. Focus on refining your communication, problem-solving, and time management skills.

*You'll be responsible for arranging a suitable internship for your field of study. Once arranged, please complete an application to the internship module via myCampus, to make sure your internship can be recognised and credited towards your course requirements.

Human Resource Management

• Introduction to new work
  Companies are moving away from bureaucratic systems and hierarchical structures towards empowerment, democracy and self-management. Develop an understanding of agile principles and the implications for Human Resources and leadership teams. 

• Organizational behavior
  This module allows you to examine corporate culture, organisational structures, and individual mechanisms. Explore leadership styles, power structures, negotiation strategies, decision-making and more.  

Marketing and sales

• Applied sales I
  Globalised demand and intense competition mean that winning customers is increasingly difficult. So, effective sales thinking is vital. Examine key concepts like sales organisation and alternative channels – plus, fine-tune your negotiation skills.

• Applied sales II
  Deepen your knowledge of fundamental sales principles. Explore how customer satisfaction and loyalty contribute to successful sales management and apply your skills in a real-world case study.

Data and business intelligence

• Statistical computing
  Learn to programme using the language R and apply statistical methods such as descriptive statistics, regression analysis and variance. Put your skills into practice in a case study by interpreting complex data sources.

• Data analytics and big data
  As well as evaluating data mining and big data projects in terms of their practical feasibility, technological requirements and limitations, you’ll also consider the legal aspects such as data protection. 

Supply chain management & industry 4.0

• Supply chain management I
  Explore supply chain management from a theoretical and practical viewpoint. You’ll develop an understanding of the logistical challenges and analyse solutions like efficient consumer response and vendor managed inventory.

• Supply chain management II
  Plan. Source. Make. Deliver. Return. Explore these key processes and discover how to build a stable competitive advantage. Plus, find out what intriguing terms like the ‘bullwhip effect’ mean. 

Accounting, planning and control

• Accounting and balancing
  Equip yourself with the tools to interpret financial statements and make key managerial decisions. You’ll also focus on the financial condition of a real company so you can make recommendations for improvements. 

• International accounting
  Learn about financial reporting in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). You’ll build knowledge and skills relating to general purpose financial reporting under IFRS. 

IT project management

• Fundamentals of IT and ERP systems
  Open-source software and cloud computing have opened new possibilities for business. Gain an understanding of their role in successful enterprise resource planning and how they can improve competitive advantage.

• Requirements engineering
  Defining the technical requirements for an IT system is one of the major steps in software development. Explore the techniques in documenting procedures and learn to apply them in business.

Human resources

• Digital HR
  Digitalisation has enabled HR departments to escape their traditional image as personnel ‘administrators’. Explore the value they can add through the latest technological developments, such as artificial intelligence.

• International human resource management
  This module provides an overview of special features, opportunities, risks and challenges in country-specific and cross-national human resources management and cross-border mergers and acquisitions.  

Marketing and sales

• Online marketing

  Examine different types of online marketing such as advertising campaigns and email marketing. You’ll compare channels, consider legal aspects like GDPR and evaluate campaigns with web analytics.

• Social media marketing
  Social media has evolved from a private means of communication to a commercial advertising tool. Explore how to integrate channels like Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest into a company’s marketing mix.

Accounting, planning and control

• Corporate planning and control
  Planning and control are central elements of managing a company. Examine their connection with budgeting at a strategic and operational level. Plus, see some planning results first hand in a case study.

• Digital finance and controlling
  Digital transformation is creating disruption in many areas such as retail banking and hotel booking systems, as they adopt new business models. Study practical examples of companies optimising processes to be competitive.

Supply chain management and industry 4.0

• Product development in industry 4.0
  In the context of the fourth industrial revolution, you’ll look at the impact of new trends on product development. Consider how alternative approaches to design put the consumer at the centre.

• Project: Smart product solutions
  In a practical project framework, showcase how you’ve applied agile engineering methods to smart product solutions. And demonstrate you can choose the right tools to analyse different business models.

Banking and financial service

• Foreign exchange exposure and management
  Examine the challenges multinational enterprises (MNEs) face. Learn about international corporate finance within foreign exchange markets and the management of foreign exchange exposures. 

• International investment appraisal
  In this module, you’ll consider international corporate finance within the context of managing multinational enterprises. Learn about controlling international operations, financing, transfer pricing and investments. 

Data and business intelligence

• Business intelligence
  This module introduces the procedures and models for data provision, information generation and analysis. Build skills in data warehousing and develop techniques to optimise business activities. 

• Project: Business intelligence
  In this module, develop your business intelligence (BI) knowledge. Use well-known BI techniques to design and prototype BI applications based on specific requirements. 

IT project management

• IT project management
  Examine different types of IT project and be aware of the typical issues. Familiarise yourself with techniques such as Gantt charts, Kanban boards and milestones so you’re equipped to address the challenges. 

• IT architecture management 
  All hardware and software systems need an IT infrastructure. It’s the role of an IT architect to manage that infrastructure across an organisation. You’ll compare different models and explore the relationships within a framework.

You can find more details about your BSc (Hons) Business Management course in these PDF files:

• Online programme schedule: BSc (Hons) Business Management

• Programme specification: BSc (Hons) Business Management

• Once enrolled, you will be expected to meet LIBF's policies and standards.

• LIBF has Taught Degree Awarding Powers (TDAP).

Yes, this BSc Business Management course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institution (CMI), a prestigious body that sets the international benchmark for excellence in management education. This accreditation ensures that our programme meets high standards in content, teaching quality, and resources.

This means you can trust that you are receiving a top-tier education that is globally recognised and respected. A BSc Business Management course with CMI accreditation enhances your credentials, making you more competitive in the job market and better prepared for leadership roles in your career.

With CMI accreditation, you’ll graduate with Foundation Chartered Manager (fCMgr) status. This puts you on the path to full Chartered Manager status – an award that only the CMI can offer under its Royal Charter. Employers value this kind of dual accreditation, as it tells them you’re professionally ready for management roles.

As part of CMI’s membership, you’ll gain access to the Employability Skills Diagnostic, the Career Development Centres, and the ManagementDirect online resource portal. You’ll also benefit from mentoring opportunities with experienced managers, networking, and events with industry professionals, along with the Qwell mental wellbeing platform to support your personal wellbeing during your studies.

With over 75 years of leadership development experience and partnerships with 850+ employers and 170 higher education institutions around the world, CMI accreditation is proof that the skills you’ll develop are aligned with industry needs.

Our BSc (Hons) Business Management online business degree incorporates a wide range of management courses offering both personal and professional development. The course delves into fundamental business concepts like managerial economics, strategic thinking and comprehensive management principles. A significant feature of our curriculum is keeping pace with global trends such as sustainability, digital business models, and international marketing. Ultimately, this degree aims to provide a well-rounded understanding of business management in today's dynamic corporate landscape.

Graduates of this programme are likely to pursue careers in a number of areas in the business and management field, including but not limited to finance, marketing, project management, human resources, banking and consulting. This programme of study will support graduates in developing the following employability skills:

• communication skills

• analytical skills

• leadership skills

• interpersonal skills

• leadership practice

• business skills

• financial literacy

• decision-making skills

• an entrepreneurial mindset

• risk management

• cost management

• strategic management

With a BSc (Hons) Business Management, you have various options for pursuing a master's degree. Two popular choices are the MSc in Management and the Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme.

You’ll study in a virtual learning environment that uses the latest learning technology and benefit from innovative multimedia tools and study materials, including:

• lecture notes

• learning videos

• revision courses

• online consultations, and

• live sessions with lecturers.

We also incorporate reports and case studies from everyday professional life into our courses.

Yes, you certainly can. At LIBF, we offer a fully online BSc (Hons) Business Management degree. Our programme delivers comprehensive business education, equipping you with the knowledge and skills you need to excel in various business-related roles. Study takes place within our state-of-the-art virtual learning environment, combining innovative multimedia tools and resources for a comprehensive, engaging, and flexible learning experience.