BA (Hons) Business Entrepreneurship and Innovation (Extended)

This extended degree in business entrepreneurship and innovation starts with a foundation year to prepare you for degree-level study. After this, you’ll study the same modules offered on our three-year course. You’ll cover business processes, economics for business, and innovation in competitive environments to help you kick-start a business.We also encourage business management undergraduates to enter our business-planning competition. It’s a great experience and can include a financial investment prize if you win. Graduates with credible business ideas are also supported to develop their business. UCAS points 64 (view full requirements)(full requirements below) Course/institution codes NN21 G BA/BEI Interested in a different year? Select your preferred year of entry 2023/24 to view up to date information. Visit us Apply now September applicationsSeptember 2022 applications are open Clearing is now open Call: 020 8331 9000 | Apply via Live Chat Course content Entry requirements Fees and finance Careers School Systems Management & Strategy Campus Greenwich Duration 4 years full-time 5 years sandwich Start month September; January Home fees 2022/23 * January 2023 starters pay the 2022/23 fees. 2022/23 fees What you should know about this course This four-year degree is identical to the three-year course but has a foundation year with lower entry requirements. The course will develop your entrepreneurial skills and understanding of corporate entrepreneurship. You could win a cash prize by taking part in our business start-up competition. Our business, management and marketing courses are ranked in TOP 3 for course variety in London (University Guide 2021) Entrepreneurship and Innovation [Extended], BA Hons Want to find out what studying Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the University of Greenwich is like? Hear from one of the academics who teaches the course, Dr Hetty Sun. More videos What you will study View course outline Loading… Course information is currently unavailable for this programme. Please contact course-info@gre.ac.uk for more information. Dr Wenxian (Hetty) Sun Interim Head of Department for Systems Management and Strategy, Faculty Strategic Development Lead, Associate Professor, Programme Suite Leader About the course team We are an experienced team of academics and industry professionals. Trained postgraduate researchers also contribute to seminar teaching with their latest research-led insight. Our teaching is informed by research and consultancy work. Come and meet us Given the current situation with Covid-19, we are offering virtual events so that you can still experience how Greenwich could be the right university for you. Next Open Days Open days: Book nowGot a question? To find out more about our Open Days and Campus Tours or if you need any assistance, please email opendays@gre.ac.uk. Clearing entry requirements Typical UCAS points for Clearing entry: 64 We will consider points from a number of different Level 3 qualifications including; A Levels, T Levels, BTEC/National Diploma, International Baccalaureate, Access courses, and an array of other/ international qualifications.Other requirements may be needed. Further details on entry requirements available.Please call our Clearing Line or join live chat now to discuss your options. Available to overseas students? No Can I use prior learning? Find out more on our Recognition of Prior Learning pages. September applicationsSeptember 2022 applications are open Clearing is now open Call: 020 8331 9000 | Apply via Live Chat How you will learn Covid safe teaching and learning We are looking forward to welcoming students to our campuses for 2022/23. In line with government guidance, we are committed to delivering as much of our teaching, learning and student activity as possible on campus for the 2022/23 academic year. Depending on the national situation, and government advice, the situation may change but we are confident we are ready to manage any changes quickly and safely. Find out more about how we are keeping our campuses safe. Teaching In a typical week learning takes place through a combination of: Timetabled learningIndependent study You can view more information about how each module is taught within our ‘What you will study’ section. Seminars and workshops enable you to discuss and develop your understanding of topics covered in lectures in smaller groups. You will also be able to meet your personal tutor. Timetabled learning may fall between 9am and 9pm depending on your courses and tutorials. Class sizesAverage intake per year is up to 10. Lecture sizes are normally 30-240, and seminars/tutorials are 15-30. This varies by module, if shared between degrees. Independent learningOutside of timetabled sessions, you’ll need to dedicate self-study time (around 20-30 hours per week) to prepare for coursework, presentations and exams.You can use Stockwell Street library and online resources to support further reading and research. Overall workload Your overall workload consists of contact hours (lectures, seminars, etc), independent learning, assessments, and field trips. Each credit equates to around 10 hours of study. Contact hours may vary depending on your modules.In addition, during the week you can also:Attend additional support classes in some modulesAttend guest lectures from industry expertsTake part in employability and enterprise workshopsJoin the Entrepreneurs Society and other student societies. Assessment Students are assessed through a combination of assessment methods depending on the modules chosen. You can view how each module is assessed within our ‘What you will study’ section. Each course has formal assessments which count towards your grade. Some courses may also include ‘practice’ assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade. Feedback summaryWe aim to provide feedback on assignments and to release examination results within 15 working days. Dates and timetables The academic year runs from September to June.Full teaching timetables are not usually available until term has started. For any queries, please call 020 8331 9000. Official statistics on Discover Uni Full time Fees and funding Your time at university should be enjoyable, rewarding, and free of unnecessary stress. Planning your finances before you come to university can help to reduce financial concerns. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans. 2022/23 fees * Full-time (per year) Part-time (per 30 credits) View fees * January 2023 starters pay the 2022/23 fees. Fees information Accommodation costs Whether you choose to live in halls of residence or rent privately, we can help you find what you’re looking for. University accommodation is available from just over £100 per person per week (bills included), depending on your location and preferences. If you require more space or facilities, these options are available at a slightly higher cost. Accommodation pages Funding your study There is a range of financial support options available to support your studies, including the Aspire@Greenwich award for study resources that many full-time students will receive. Discover more about grants, student loans, bursaries and scholarships. We also provide advice and support on budgeting, money management and financial hardship. Financial support Other costs Further costs may include (but are not limited to):Resources: you may need to purchase books for your studies, as well as specific computer software (estimate, £150 per year). Our Stockwell Street library offers a extensive range of books for loan, as well as access to journals and digital resources.Field Trips: If there are any field trips, students may need to pay their travel costs. Careers and placements Will I have a work placement? Work placements are optional, and you are responsible for arranging your placement with support from the university.Previous students from the three-year course have secured placement years at HP and the University of Greenwich. How long is my placement? Work placements are 9-12 months of full-time paid work. You take this between the second and third years of study. What are the financial arrangements? UK placement annual salaries range between £13,000 and £18,000 pro rata. Some charity/voluntary work organisations offer travel costs and lunch expenses in lieu of a full salary. What sort of careers do graduates pursue? Graduates from this degree have the same opportunities as those graduating from our three-year course. They will be equipped to develop and run their own businesses as entrepreneurs.Other career options include general management, corporate entrepreneurship, management consultancy and small-business management. Are internships available? Internships are optional, and last for a minimum of six weeks. Gain a Certificate in Professional Practice and valuable employment experience before graduating. Do you provide employability services? Our Business School Employability team is committed to supporting your journey towards a rewarding graduate destination. We provide a professional service to empower you to achieve your potential. Services include:CV, cover letter, and interview tipsCareers fairsOverseas exchangeMentoringMore about our employability services Support and advice Academic skills and study support Access study skills support through your tutor, our subject librarians, and our online academic skills centre.Where appropriate, we provide support in academic English and mathematics. If you need support to use particular IT packages for a specific module, we provide training for this. Support from the department Our Greenwich Employability Passport Scheme will make your CV stand out to employers. It recognises your efforts in part-time work, volunteering, sports and societies during your studies.If you’re interested in starting your own business, our Generator runs workshops, mentoring and networking opportunities. You can enjoy our dedicated workspace, take part in an Enterprise Challenge, and get support for a Tier 1 Start Up Visa. Accommodation information Accommodation pages Not quite what you were looking for? We’ve got plenty of other courses for you to choose from. Browse our undergraduate prospectus or check our related courses below. Business and management at the University of Greenwich Choose from a range of courses, from business entrepreneurship to international business. You’ll benefit from our excellent links with over 200 businesses, as well as our mentoring and networking schemes. Visit our business and management subject page. Every organisation needs good managers We offer a broad range of business and management courses, from international business and innovation to logistics and supply chain management. Hear from our students and lecturers about studying business and management courses at the University of Greenwich. More videos Prospectus Business and management courses Business and management Business and management subject pageSubject page Search our business and management coursesour business and management courses this subject All undergraduate courses Mode of studySelect from the dropdown below. Course levelUCAS codeDurationLocationNeed more help? 020 8331 9000• Live chat• courseinfo@gre.ac.uk• More informationApply nowIf you are a UK student or have settled/pre-settled status (EU) and you want to study full-time, you can now apply through Clearing. Apply via ClearingIf you want to apply for a later session, see our how to apply page. 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Accessibility Statement Copyright OfS Transparency Return Privacy and cookies Terms & conditions We also encourage business management undergraduates to enter our business-planning competition. It’s a great experience and can include a financial investment prize if you win. Graduates with credible business ideas are also supported to develop their business. UCAS points 64 (view full requirements)(full requirements below) Course/institution codes NN21 G BA/BEI Interested in a different year? Select your preferred year of entry 2023/24 to view up to date information. Visit us Apply now September applicationsSeptember 2022 applications are open Clearing is now open Call: 020 8331 9000 | Apply via Live Chat Course content Entry requirements Fees and finance Careers School Systems Management & Strategy Campus Greenwich Duration 4 years full-time 5 years sandwich Start month September; January Home fees 2022/23 * January 2023 starters pay the 2022/23 fees. 2022/23 fees What you should know about this course This four-year degree is identical to the three-year course but has a foundation year with lower entry requirements. The course will develop your entrepreneurial skills and understanding of corporate entrepreneurship. You could win a cash prize by taking part in our business start-up competition. Our business, management and marketing courses are ranked in TOP 3 for course variety in London (University Guide 2021) Entrepreneurship and Innovation [Extended], BA Hons Want to find out what studying Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the University of Greenwich is like? Hear from one of the academics who teaches the course, Dr Hetty Sun. More videos What you will study View course outline Loading… Course information is currently unavailable for this programme. Please contact course-info@gre.ac.uk for more information. Dr Wenxian (Hetty) Sun Interim Head of Department for Systems Management and Strategy, Faculty Strategic Development Lead, Associate Professor, Programme Suite Leader About the course team We are an experienced team of academics and industry professionals. Trained postgraduate researchers also contribute to seminar teaching with their latest research-led insight. Our teaching is informed by research and consultancy work. Come and meet us Given the current situation with Covid-19, we are offering virtual events so that you can still experience how Greenwich could be the right university for you. Next Open Days Open days: Book nowGot a question? To find out more about our Open Days and Campus Tours or if you need any assistance, please email opendays@gre.ac.uk. Clearing entry requirements Typical UCAS points for Clearing entry: 64 We will consider points from a number of different Level 3 qualifications including; A Levels, T Levels, BTEC/National Diploma, International Baccalaureate, Access courses, and an array of other/ international qualifications.Other requirements may be needed. Further details on entry requirements available.Please call our Clearing Line or join live chat now to discuss your options. Available to overseas students? No Can I use prior learning? Find out more on our Recognition of Prior Learning pages. September applicationsSeptember 2022 applications are open Clearing is now open Call: 020 8331 9000 | Apply via Live Chat How you will learn Covid safe teaching and learning We are looking forward to welcoming students to our campuses for 2022/23. In line with government guidance, we are committed to delivering as much of our teaching, learning and student activity as possible on campus for the 2022/23 academic year. Depending on the national situation, and government advice, the situation may change but we are confident we are ready to manage any changes quickly and safely. Find out more about how we are keeping our campuses safe. Teaching In a typical week learning takes place through a combination of: Timetabled learningIndependent study You can view more information about how each module is taught within our ‘What you will study’ section. Seminars and workshops enable you to discuss and develop your understanding of topics covered in lectures in smaller groups. You will also be able to meet your personal tutor. Timetabled learning may fall between 9am and 9pm depending on your courses and tutorials. Class sizesAverage intake per year is up to 10. Lecture sizes are normally 30-240, and seminars/tutorials are 15-30. This varies by module, if shared between degrees. Independent learningOutside of timetabled sessions, you’ll need to dedicate self-study time (around 20-30 hours per week) to prepare for coursework, presentations and exams.You can use Stockwell Street library and online resources to support further reading and research. Overall workload Your overall workload consists of contact hours (lectures, seminars, etc), independent learning, assessments, and field trips. Each credit equates to around 10 hours of study. Contact hours may vary depending on your modules.In addition, during the week you can also:Attend additional support classes in some modulesAttend guest lectures from industry expertsTake part in employability and enterprise workshopsJoin the Entrepreneurs Society and other student societies. Assessment Students are assessed through a combination of assessment methods depending on the modules chosen. You can view how each module is assessed within our ‘What you will study’ section. Each course has formal assessments which count towards your grade. Some courses may also include ‘practice’ assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade. Feedback summaryWe aim to provide feedback on assignments and to release examination results within 15 working days. Dates and timetables The academic year runs from September to June.Full teaching timetables are not usually available until term has started. For any queries, please call 020 8331 9000. Official statistics on Discover Uni Full time Fees and funding Your time at university should be enjoyable, rewarding, and free of unnecessary stress. Planning your finances before you come to university can help to reduce financial concerns. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans. 2022/23 fees * Full-time (per year) Part-time (per 30 credits) View fees * January 2023 starters pay the 2022/23 fees. Fees information Accommodation costs Whether you choose to live in halls of residence or rent privately, we can help you find what you’re looking for. University accommodation is available from just over £100 per person per week (bills included), depending on your location and preferences. If you require more space or facilities, these options are available at a slightly higher cost. Accommodation pages Funding your study There is a range of financial support options available to support your studies, including the Aspire@Greenwich award for study resources that many full-time students will receive. Discover more about grants, student loans, bursaries and scholarships. We also provide advice and support on budgeting, money management and financial hardship. Financial support Other costs Further costs may include (but are not limited to):Resources: you may need to purchase books for your studies, as well as specific computer software (estimate, £150 per year). Our Stockwell Street library offers a extensive range of books for loan, as well as access to journals and digital resources.Field Trips: If there are any field trips, students may need to pay their travel costs. Careers and placements Will I have a work placement? Work placements are optional, and you are responsible for arranging your placement with support from the university.Previous students from the three-year course have secured placement years at HP and the University of Greenwich. How long is my placement? Work placements are 9-12 months of full-time paid work. You take this between the second and third years of study. What are the financial arrangements? UK placement annual salaries range between £13,000 and £18,000 pro rata. Some charity/voluntary work organisations offer travel costs and lunch expenses in lieu of a full salary. What sort of careers do graduates pursue? Graduates from this degree have the same opportunities as those graduating from our three-year course. They will be equipped to develop and run their own businesses as entrepreneurs.Other career options include general management, corporate entrepreneurship, management consultancy and small-business management. Are internships available? Internships are optional, and last for a minimum of six weeks. Gain a Certificate in Professional Practice and valuable employment experience before graduating. Do you provide employability services? Our Business School Employability team is committed to supporting your journey towards a rewarding graduate destination. We provide a professional service to empower you to achieve your potential. Services include:CV, cover letter, and interview tipsCareers fairsOverseas exchangeMentoringMore about our employability services Support and advice Academic skills and study support Access study skills support through your tutor, our subject librarians, and our online academic skills centre.Where appropriate, we provide support in academic English and mathematics. If you need support to use particular IT packages for a specific module, we provide training for this. Support from the department Our Greenwich Employability Passport Scheme will make your CV stand out to employers. It recognises your efforts in part-time work, volunteering, sports and societies during your studies.If you’re interested in starting your own business, our Generator runs workshops, mentoring and networking opportunities. You can enjoy our dedicated workspace, take part in an Enterprise Challenge, and get support for a Tier 1 Start Up Visa. Accommodation information Accommodation pages Not quite what you were looking for? We’ve got plenty of other courses for you to choose from. Browse our undergraduate prospectus or check our related courses below. Business and management at the University of Greenwich Choose from a range of courses, from business entrepreneurship to international business. You’ll benefit from our excellent links with over 200 businesses, as well as our mentoring and networking schemes. Visit our business and management subject page.