COURSE CURRICULUM

The BSc Management program at the University of Manchester offers a thorough grounding in business and management principles, equipping students with the knowledge and skills to succeed in diverse professional environments. In Year 1, students develop a solid foundation through core modules covering microeconomics, principles of marketing, financial decision making, financial reporting, management accounting, work psychology, quantitative methods, and management and organisation studies, alongside career development and professional case study modules. This first-year curriculum establishes essential analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. In Year 2, students can tailor their studies with optional modules such as investment analysis, financial statement analysis, consumer behaviour, American society and economy, financial markets and institutions, intermediate management accounting, advanced finance, business law, and creativity, design, and entrepreneurship, allowing them to explore areas of interest and build specialist knowledge. Year 3 focuses on advanced and applied topics including business data analytics, international finance, financial derivatives, advanced corporate finance, contemporary financial reporting and regulation, share prices and accounting information, digital transformation in accounting, corporate governance, accountability and auditing, and consultancy projects, providing practical experience and insight into real-world business challenges. The program emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical application, preparing graduates for careers in management, finance, consulting, entrepreneurship, and related fields, as well as for postgraduate study.