BA (Hons) Business with Psychology
The broad philosophy of this programme is to provide students with an appropriate base of relevant business and management knowledge, with particular emphasis on the development of a firm understanding of the core issues addressed by organisational psychology. Students have the opportunity to study the key aspects of business complemented by specific insight into the psychological aspects of work and organisational behaviour to an appropriate depth and are encouraged to use the benefits of the programme to further their business careers.
Aims & Objectives The overall programme objectives are as follows: - To understand a range of business functions and the multi-disciplinary nature of business
- To apply appropriate academic theories and concepts to a range of business and management issues
- To develop an understanding of the complexity of human behaviour
- To understand the role of psychology in organisational functioning
- To demonstrate a range of skills required by managers
- To demonstrate the relationship between psychology and general management.
During the course students have the opportunity to add value to both their employers and themselves on a daily basis. They can test theories, apply concepts and undertake practical project work focused on live business issues, which can be of benefit to their employers and to their own personal development.
Programme Structure
Level 1 is a foundation level, which provides knowledge in the primary business disciplines, as well as developing the broad cognitive skills of students.
Levels 2 and 3 of the programme both feature a core of business modules complemented by more in-depth study of organisational psychology modules. Students are introduced to the historical development of psychology. Particular emphasis is placed on the role of society in understanding the psychology of the person in terms of perception, attitudes and culture.
At Level 3, the general business component of the course focuses on strategy management and implementation. The psychology component is broken into Psychology of Organisations and Personality and Individual Differences.
Assessment Student assessment will be based on a combination of continuous assessment and end of year examinations. Continuous assessment will include essay writing, case studies, presentations, literature reviews and projects, and students will be required to work individually as well as in groups. End of year examinations are typically held in late April/early May. Level 1 subjects may also include an in-class assessment usually held in December. Career Opportunities Because of the broad spectrum of subjects studied, career opportunities for business with psychology students are numerous. The wide-ranging nature of knowledge and skills gained by business & psychology graduates makes them an attractive proposition for any prospective employer. Graduates have the opportunity to add value for both employers and themselves on a daily basis. Graduates can test theories, apply concepts and undertake practical project work. Graduating students wishing to pursue further qualifications can proceed to postgraduate programmes up to Masters level or to programmes leading to professional qualifications. Programme Content | Level 1 | Core - Business Organisation
- Business Maths & Research Techniques
- Communications & Personal Development
- Economics
- Information & Communications Technology
- Introduction to Marketing
| | Level 2 | Core - Psychology
- Social Psychology
- Organisational Behaviour
- Management
- Selling & Sales Management
| | Level 3 | Core -
Human Resource Management -
Global Business Environment -
Personality & Individual Differences -
Psychology of Organisations -
Business Strategy |
Learner protection for this programme is provided in accordance with Section 43 of the Qualifications (Education and Training ) Act 1999.
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