School of Business and Law

At the School of Business and Law, University of Brighton, we teach, research and consult across the full range of business, management and law disciplines.

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Top 5 Reasons to Study a Business Analytics degree in 2025

As industries across the globe become increasingly reliant on data, the demand for skilled business analysts has skyrocketed. Business Analytics offers an exciting career path, allowing you to play a crucial role in helping businesses use data to inform strategy and decision-making. Here are the top five reasons why studying a Business Analytics degree is…

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Brighton alumni return to campus to give students tips and insights into legal practice

On 25 September, Brighton Law School hosted the first legal event of the academic year. ‘From Brighton to the Legal Profession: Alumni Journeys’ saw four Brighton alumni return to campus for a panel discussion focusing on their routes into the profession, perceptions of the future of legal practice and top tips to secure training contracts….

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Welcome to the School of Business & Law!

Congratulations on joining the vibrant community at the University of Brighton! As you embark on your journey with us at the School of Business and Law, here’s what you can look forward to in the 2024-25 academic year, and our new dean, Kate, shares her top tips on how to make the most of your…

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Studying a foundation year at university

Have you ever considered a foundation year, as an entry into university education? Our foundation courses are integrated with an honours degree, enabling you to spend a year developing the knowledge and skills needed before you start your degree with us. They are a great opportunity if you do not have the required A-levels or…

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Gaby Pearson's quote "“My course, marketing management, is the sort of degree that some people don’t really understand the importance of. It was a great degree... I was working directly with employers almost from day one, and it’s professionally accredited. Just a couple of months after finishing my studies I am managing marketing projects professionally.” with a link to our clearing site

What you study is more important than where you study, according to a new survey of graduate employers

Research shows employers value a graduate’s skills, subject studied, and vocational experience gained during their degree ahead of grades achieved. Choosing the right degree is a significant decision for students, especially as exam results are released. A recent report by CBI Economics and University Alliance highlights that employers prioritise graduates’ skills, the subject studied, and…

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How a Placement Year Can Lead to Two Graduate Job Offers

Luke Hopkinson, a recent graduate of the International Business Management course at the School of Business and Law, completed a placement year as part of his course and received two job offers before graduating. Luke’s story highlights the power of a university placement year in your career and unlocking. It also demonstrates the value of…

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Student experience: Why I chose to take an optional placement year

All of our undergraduate degrees at the School of Business and Law allow students to gain valuable industry experience and earn money with an optional placement year. Placements allow students to apply their learning to real-life situations and challenges, meet and network with potential employers, and have opportunities to get real work experience before graduating….

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Real-World Experience at the University of Brighton: Collaborating with Brighton Fringe

At the School of Business and Law at the University of Brighton, we prioritise providing our students with real-world experience to complement their academic learning. Recently, our International Events Management with Marketing students had the opportunity to work on exciting projects with Brighton Fringe, gaining essential skills and insights for their future careers. University of…

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