Getting started in business and management

The broad nature of the Business & Management sector means that there is a wide range of potential job roles to consider.

Prospects has a list of job profiles each containing relevant information about key responsibilities, skill requirements, starting salaries, entry requirements, career prospects with links to major employers and current graduate vacancies. Some roles in this sector include:

Visit the Prospects website

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Professional qualifications

You may choose to undertake further study in subjects such as marketing, finance, human resources, computing and international business management, to develop your expertise in a particular area of business. Make sure you understand what's required by exploring the qualifications and professional development sections on individual job profiles that interest you thoroughly.

For example, within marketing or the finance sector, some qualifications may include:

Keep up-to-date

Here are some key resources to help you find out more about the sector and keep updated with industry news.

TargetJobs - An online resource with information on careers in business and management, as well as the latest news and up-to-date advice from professionals within the sector.
Inside Careers - An overview of graduate careers predominantly in the financial sector, but also includes a section on management consultancy. The site offers information on a wide range of opportunities, including graduate jobs, internships, placements, events and insights.
Guardian Business - Provides the latest trends, news and opinions across the business sector, including economics, banking, retail, markets and the Eurozone.
BBC Business - Offers up to date news and headlines, including market data and information on global companies and developments in the economy.
EU Business News - Provides a thorough overview of the world of European business - companies that are driving best practice, and exceeding every expectation
Management Today - Provides the latest news and articles from the business and management sector.

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Gaining experience in business and management

Learn about the different types of work experience available in business and management, and where to find them.

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Finding a job in business and management

Explore the different ways to find a job after your graduate from business and management.

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