Business

Why Business at Aston

Aston’s business school holds triple accreditation from AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS, placing it among the top 1% globally—a distinction that opens doors at leading companies. The university itself ranks in the top 5% worldwide according to QS World University Rankings 2026, while its programmes grant exemptions from professional exams like ACCA, CIMA, and CII. Three years after graduation, alumni earn an average of £33,200, reflecting strong employment outcomes that helped secure 17th place in the UK and 97th in Europe per Financial Times 2024.

Business Analytics

The Business Analytics BSc prepares students for one of today’s fastest-growing fields by starting with broad business foundations before diving into analytical tools—from spreadsheets and databases to modeling techniques that support decisions in rapidly shifting environments. An embedded placement year provides career-building experience, while Adobe Creative Campus status grants access to professional software. Graduates apply their data skills at firms like Amazon, Channel 4, Jaguar Land Rover, and J.P. Morgan across various industries.

Business and Management

The Business and Management BSc suits those aiming for entrepreneurship or leadership roles by exploring different management functions with room to specialize. First-year modules cover economic, financial, legal, and human aspects of management, after which students gain flexibility in choosing their focus areas. Group projects and presentations mirror workplace realities, while the placement year—supported by Aston University’s award-winning careers team—delivers practical grounding. Final-year work involves formulating strategies, evaluating leadership approaches, and applying innovative thinking to business challenges.

International Business and Management

The International Business and Management BSc equips students with theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience to navigate cross-border business challenges. It blends core management skills with global perspectives—the first year establishes foundations in economic, financial, and legal matters, while later stages offer specialization options that align with career ambitions. An integrated placement lets students test theory in practice, and the final year focuses on strategy development alongside assessment of leadership capabilities.

Global Business

The Global Business MSc targets graduates and professionals seeking to understand borderless business landscapes through study of cross-border operations, strategic management, and international economics. Project-based learning alongside digital technology students simulates real work environments where success depends on interdisciplinary collaboration. Based in London—home to a third of the UK’s international students—the programme fosters a multicultural setting, while a dissertation-format research project allows deep exploration of chosen topics that prepare graduates for roles in global management.

MBA at Aston University

Aston’s MBA programme prepares senior leaders by combining foundational management theory with practical case studies across key business disciplines. Students develop strategies for both domestic and international enterprises while building competencies in leadership and innovative problem-solving that enable effective communication and team management. Graduates gain the skills needed to transition successfully into executive positions across different industries.