Business Management and Sport & Physical Education BA (Hons)

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Business Management at Liverpool Hope University is all about setting you up for a fast-paced career in modern business. Based at our Hope Park campus, this hands-on business management degree gives you a deep understanding of everything from small startups to global multinational companies across the UK and worldwide. You’ll explore core business principles, management processes, and organisational dynamics, finding out how organisations thrive in uncertain situations.

Our accredited Liverpool Hope Business School holds the prestigious AACSB accreditation, meaning you get a high-quality education informed by the latest research. You’ll dive into key business functions like Human Resource Management, Finance, and Operations Management, while mastering practical marketing strategies like the 4Ps. A standout feature is the unique Young Enterprise (YE) initiative in year two, where you’ll join a team to launch and run an actual legal startup. It's the ultimate way to build confidence, gain real-world industry know-how, and sharpen the transferable skills top employers look for in Liverpool, the North West, and beyond.

SPORT & PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Studying Sport & Physical Education at Liverpool Hope University gives you the chance to explore how these areas shape lives in Liverpool, the North West, and beyond. Based at Hope Park, you’ll learn through a mix of practical sessions, applied theory, and real‑world experiences designed to build confidence, leadership and coaching skills. Small‑group teaching means you’re known as an individual, not just a number, and you’ll be supported to become the best version of yourself academically and personally. 

You’ll dive into topics such as physical literacy, sport pedagogy, coaching practice, youth development, and the role of sport in communities. With access to specialist facilities and opportunities for placements, volunteering and study abroad, you’ll develop the knowledge and hands‑on experience needed for a future career in sport and education sectors across Liverpool and the wider UK. 

This degree is ideal if you’re passionate about sport, enjoy working with people, and want a career that makes a positive impact.