Studying Business Management (Sustainability)

Introducing your course leader, Karl McCormack

Hi, I’m Karl McCormack and I’m the course leader for the BSc (Hons) Business Management (Sustainability) course.

I’ve been teaching for over ten years and am passionate about helping students develop the skills needed to succeed in business management. Before this, I worked in retail and finance, and these experiences allow me to bring real-world insights into my teaching, bridging the gap between theory and practice. My research focuses on student expectations, innovation in teaching, financial regulation, and fraud management.

I’m looking forward to welcoming you to the University of Staffordshire and supporting your journey in business management.

Take it from me, it was amazing!

Business Management graduate Eleri, talks about the array of transferable skills she gained during her time here at University of Staffordshire and all the great things about her course. She loves how passionate the lecturers are about what they teach, which made the course really engaging and fun.

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Real-world challenges and community impact

As a Business Management student you will get to apply your learning to address real problems in communities. Our recent Entrepreneurship Week challenge allowed students to pitch to local business owners, giving them valuable employability skills.

Listen to Emele talk about her experience of pitching for a cultural hub in Stoke-on-Trent. 

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Frequently asked questions

Are there opportunities for work placements or studying abroad?

Yes, students can choose to complete a 12-month work placement between the second and final year of the course. There are also opportunities for international study exchanges with partner universities in countries such as Vietnam, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.

What professional body accreditations does the course have?

The course offers double accreditation, meaning students will receive a leadership and management qualification from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) in addition to their degree.

What career opportunities can I pursue after graduating?

Graduates can pursue various careers such as Business Sustainability Manager, Environment Planner, Sustainability Analyst, Sustainability Consultant, and Sustainability Implementation Specialist. The degree also opens up opportunities in marketing, human resource management, and operations management.

What types of projects will I work on during the course?

Students will engage in various projects, including creating sustainability strategies, conducting business simulations, and working on consultancy projects with real businesses. These projects provide hands-on experience and practical skills.

How is the course assessed?

The course is assessed through a combination of coursework, evaluative assignments, digital portfolio development, in-class tests, presentations (both individual and group), and examinations. Most modules include a Tutorial Assessment, which reflects attendance and participation.

Teaching staff

Karl Mccormack

Senior Lecturer

Karl has experience teaching on Apprenticeship and Foundation Degrees, BA accounting programmes, MBA modules. He has also taught as a subject specialist in forensic accounting, computerised accounting and management accounting.

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Kathryn Mitchell

Senior Lecturer

Lecturer in Digital Marketing, specialising in developing strategy in changing and disruptive environments, assessing occupational competency and using technology to increase operational efficiency. Kathryn joined Staffordshire University in 2019.

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Jon FAIRBURN

Emeritus Professor

Professor Jon Fairburn is active in teaching, research, bid writing and public engagement. He has incorporated credited work experience into geography and tourism degrees as well as the MSc Digital Marketing Management.

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