Why study Management and Leadership

Want to build the skills needed to lead and inspire others in today’s fast-paced business world? Our Management and Leadership courses are designed to help you manage and motivate people, tackle challenges creatively, and adapt to a dynamic environment. As you progress, you’ll learn to manage complex strategies, navigate change with agility, and lead with strategic insight.

Whether you’re starting your management journey or refining your skills, these courses will equip you to inspire and achieve success across sectors.

You’ll study the essential building blocks of business, exploring theories and models related to financial, legal, ethical, analytical, and economic issues that shape decisions.

Careers with a degree in Management and Leadership

Management and leadership are about more than just overseeing teams; it’s about empowering people and driving meaningful change within organisations. With a career in management, you’ll shape how businesses operate, inspire teams, and lead them toward success. From strategic decision-making to operational efficiency, the possibilities are diverse and impactful.

In roles like business manager, management consultant, project director, or executive director, you’ll play a key part in optimising performance and shaping company culture. You might lead transformational initiatives, develop policies to enhance workforce productivity, or design strategies that improve processes and drive growth.

 

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Information for commuter students

Benefit from having a gold-rated University on your doorstep without having to pack a single box! 

Whilst living at home you’ll be able to access all the support and opportunities that open doors to new hobbies, lifelong friends and experiences that make your time at university unforgettable.

How these degrees prepare you for employment

We put your employability at the heart of our Business and Management courses. The courses are accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), offering you the chance to enhance your career prospects further.* Our ASPIRE programme is embedded in our courses and focuses on your personal development and commercial awareness. You’ll get to work on live business challenges and hear from industry experts from organisations such as Lloyds Banking Group.

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Industry links

Previous graduates from this subject area have gone on to roles such as Management Trainee, Global Procurement Manager, Front Line Manager, HR Recruiter, Customer Programme Manager, Account Executive and Operations Manager in organisations including Amazon, Lloyds Banking Group, HBSC, Asda, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Caterpillar, Bosch and the UK Civil Service.** 

What our students say 

The University of Huddersfield has provided me with an outstanding learning experience. Throughout my Business Management degree, I've been able to grow a professional network. Having a university that can facilitate this means I've continued to flourish throughout my degree. It's been a fantastic opportunity, which I've enjoyed thoroughly. 

Harry Davis - Business Management BA(Hons)

AACSB Accredited

Huddersfield Business School is an accredited member of the AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

AACSB accreditation ensures continuous improvement and provides focus for schools to deliver on their mission, innovate, and drive impact. AACSB-accredited schools have successfully undergone a rigorous review process conducted by their peers in the business education community, ensuring that they have the resources, credentials, and commitment needed to provide students with a first-rate, future-focused business education.

View all our accreditations, partnerships and rankings.

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Our experts

We have many experts in Management and Leadership. Here are a few of them:

Dr Mark Horan

Dr Mark Horan

Senior Lecturer in Management

Mark has 17+ years of teaching in Change Management, People Management, and Leadership and has experience creating courses for organisations such as Royal Mail & NHS. He was previously NHS Change Director and Strategic HR Director at Blackpool Council.

Dr Nic Stenberg

Dr Nic Stenberg

School Director for Executive Education

Nic is a Chartered Psychologist with 20+ years of experience in training, development, and consultancy. Previously a Company Director, Nic has led projects for government and national organisations, focusing on impact and engagement.

Dr Ruth Brooks

Dr Ruth Brooks

School Director for International

Ruth joined the university in 2005 with a finance background. Her research examines how class, gender, & ethnicity affect employability. She teaches modules on work in society and employability skills, supporting UK and international students in career success


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