Bachelor of Business in Equine Studies

Bachelor of Business in Equine Studies

This one-year, add-on Bachelor degree will enable you to demonstrate specialised knowledge related to general business and the equine industry. You will learn how to use diagnostic skills to identify problems of a business or equine nature, and acquire the capacity to provide informed, innovative, ethical solutions to such problems. The course provides the opportunity for a high-level knowledge and understanding of the principles and practice of systematic coaching and instruction.

From the business angle, you will learn to assess success and failure and to analyse the impact of key external and internal factors on organisational progress. You will be expected to demonstrate a critical understanding of the behavioural aspects of individual and group interaction. This course will also develop your communication and team-working skills, which will aid your future career development and progress. Should you so choose, this degree will give you the necessary background and expertise to pursue further academic studies in related disciplines.

Minimum Entry Requirements

Higher Certificate in Business in Equine Studies (Level 6) or an approved equivalent qualification.

Modules

Semester 1

International Marketing and Sales Management, Enterprise Development and Management, Equine Managerial Finance, Equine Exercise Science, Equestrian Competition,

Semester 2

Principles of Teaching Equitation, International Marketing and Sales Management, Enterprise Development and Management, Equine Managerial Finance, Advanced Equine Health and Disease, Equine Sports Coaching, Equestrian Competition, Equine Yard Management & Event Organisation.

Progression

As a graduate you may be eligible to apply for a place on an appropriate Bachelor degree (Level 7/8) programme.

Professional Recognition

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Career Opportunities

Job opportunities are varied and include, at the appropriate level, employment in equine administration/management, yard and stud farm management, equine-related coaching, marketing of horses/equine-related products, employment in riding centres and competition yards, and in equine-based centres/facilities as well as in general business.

Additional Information

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