Business Psychology Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

OVERVIEW

Cognitive psychology. Social psychology. Decision making. Fairness at work. This course lets you combine your interests in human behaviour and business operations. You don’t need any psychology or business knowledge when you join us, just curiosity and a willingness to learn.

Our focus is on preparing you for a career as a business psychologist. We help you learn the practical skills you’ll need for the future. You’ll learn how to manage client relationships, identify problems and come up with solutions.

During your final year, you'll have the opportunity to create your own project around a challenge. You'll collect and analyse data, and applying your creativity to solve the issue, mirroring real-world scenarios commonly encountered in professional environments.

This course has a foundation year available.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

* Gain professional coaching status - You'll have the opportunity to develop business coaching skills with a five-week top up course through our partnership with The Global Institute of Organisational Coaching (Global IOC) which will give you certified professional business coach status.

* Taught by industry experts - The course will be taught by academics, with real-world experience of the industry who bring cutting-edge research and industry insights into the classroom.

* Gain hands on experience - During your degree you'll have many opportunities to help you get career-ready. In your final year (Level 6), you will take part in an assessment centre activity, giving a real-world experience to prepare you for job hunting after graduation.

* Enhance your employability - Through activities including internships or volunteering. With our award winning 'Rise at Manchester Met' programme, you can gain extra academic credits towards your degree.

* Study your way - Enrol on a three-year course and then decide if a placement or overseas study is right for you once you have started your studies.

* Manchester: A business hub - Based in Manchester, a thriving business hub, the course connects business psychology study with real opportunities to engage with employers, helping you apply theory in practice and enhance your career prospects.