Spa Management BA (Hons) Top-up
NVQ
In Birmingham
Description
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Type
NVQ
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Location
Birmingham
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Duration
1 Year
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Start date
Different dates available
Overview
The spa industry has grown into a global business, which has led to a demand for managers in both in the UK and overseas who possess extensive spa and health and well-being knowledge and practical skills together with management ability. This innovative course will give you the opportunity to build on your existing practical skills whilst enabling you to research a specific area of interest which will increase your independent learning skills and enable you to meet your career aspirations.
Why should I choose this course?
This top-up degree course provides a foundation from which you may pursue a management career in the UK or overseas.
You will study the application of current and new spa treatments and massage therapies.
The degree will equip you with the knowledge and expertise to set up and run your own business.
You will develop a deeper understanding of the management function as it relates to the spa industry.
The Spa facilities
Our state-of-the-art salons feature the latest equipment and are open to the general public. All treatments are carried out by our students - providing you with the necessary skills in order to gain future employment.
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Entry requirements
Applicants must have a relevant HND with a Merit profile or a foundation degree with 240 credits.
If you have any queries please contact Ben Furlong: b.furlong@ucb.ac.uk.
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Subjects
- Industry
- Risk
- IT risk
- Innovation
- International
- Risk Management
- Global
Course programme
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Business Risk Management
You will be examining the application of risk management within a complex business environment. You will see how this concept is defined as well as the techniques and strategies used to manage it. Key business risk areas include finance, product and service quality, health and safety and the environment, and you will be investigating these topics to see how risk management strategies are developed.
Innovation in the Spa Industry
You will explore and analyse innovation in spa service industries and develop an approach to spa services that sees innovation, creativity, social and political change as essential components of the industry. You will also conduct research into aspects of diverse innovations within spa management.
International Marketing
We live in an interconnected world, so it's important to examine how organisations explore new market opportunities beyond national boundaries. As a result, you will become more aware of the technological, communication and transportation challenges businesses face and the options they consider when seeking a foothold in a new country.
International Spa Management
By developing your skills in spa design and operational issues, you will build upon your current knowledge in order to develop concepts for a new spa. Spa facilities will be considered with regard to purchasing decisions, sustainability and services management. You will consider how your spa designs will compete in the international market, incorporating strategies to support the global environment.
Research Project
You will have the opportunity to engage in an independent research project of your choice. You will have support with preparing your proposal and understanding the competent characteristics of good research. An appointed tutor will help guide you through this important and rewarding process.
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Spa Management BA (Hons) Top-up