Thinking about a degree?
Alternatives to a Business degree
Business degrees are broad, and that suits some people. If you already know you want to work, there are paid routes to the same roles.
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Routes to consider
- Chartered manager degree apprenticeship (Level 6)
- A management degree while you work, with no fees.
- Accountancy apprenticeships (Levels 2 to 7)
- From assistant up to full professional qualification.
- Marketing or HR apprenticeships
- Paid entry into specialist business roles.
Is a degree apprenticeship better than this course?
If you'd learn more by doing than studying theory, a business degree apprenticeship can teach you the same management content with real responsibility.
When the degree is still the right call: Choose the degree if you're still exploring which part of business suits you, or you want to study abroad or start your own venture with time to experiment.
Check the facts for yourself
- Marketing executive: National Careers Service profile
- Human resources officer: National Careers Service profile
- Financial adviser: National Careers Service profile
- To compare specific university courses, use the official Discover Uni site.
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