Business Computing is a degree designed to help you advance your career. In addition to studying a breadth of Information technologies (electronic office programming, databases, and multimedia) you will also be taught the essential areas of business like management, marketing, accounting as well as finance and economics. This will give you the ability and understanding to analyze the information needs of a business user requirements and develop and implement suitable computer systems.
You will be able to study the core computing aspects such as data analysis and software development. You will also gain experience in business areas like management, consultancy and IT operations. You will also develop broader skills employers look for in IT professionals such as teamwork, leadership and management.
We have strong links with industry and you will be able to work on real briefs and participate in a work placement. You will learn how modern businesses use IT, and you will have the opportunity to develop your own solutions to real-world issues.
Many graduates work in positions that require a blend of business and IT skills, for example, project managers or software developers. Others work in a business-user-oriented sector, such as banks and insurance companies. They can also use their IT and technical skills to start their own business. Some choose to work in the nebulous area between IT and business in roles such as IT security officer or IT consultant.