Developed in conjunction with employers through the Tech Partnership, a network of over 100-technology focused businesses, this course has been specifically designed to address industry demand, delivering work ready graduates with the skills and professionalism that employers are looking for. Northumbria ranks 4th in the sector nationally and top in the North East for further study, sustained employment or both for Business and Admin Studies graduates 5 years after graduation. (Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2017) The course is a mix of four key themes: An understanding of how business organisations work and what drives them, An understanding of how Information Technology and Information Systems work and how they can be applied to provide competitive advantage, An understanding of how to manage the implementation of technology projects and Development and practice of the interpersonal skills required for a successful career. Offering an insight into the IT sector, this degree will give you an in-depth understanding of technology and the ways in which it can be used to transform organisations.<br><br>With employability at the heart of the programme, you will graduate with an in-depth understanding of business, its key IT needs and a range of management skills – from the technical expertise to identify, specify and implement solutions to technical problems to the interpersonal skills necessary to persuade your colleagues of the most appropriate solutions. The majority of our students go on to graduate schemes at large companies working in IT management, data management, business transformation and consultancy roles. Some of our recent graduates now work at companies including CapGemini, HP, IBM, GSK, Nissan, Cummins, National Grid, Accenture, Sky, Sopra and Deloitte.