Online undergraduate business courses at University of Essex Online

Our undergraduate online business courses will prepare you for success in the competitive world of business.

Dive deep beneath the surface with business psychology, or gain an understanding of the laws and regulations that govern every area of business. Whatever your area of interest, our undergraduate online business courses have you covered.

Whether you’re looking to enter the world of business or simply specialise further in the field, our undergraduate online business courses are the perfect choice.

View courses

Why study here?

  • Earn a degree from a top 25 UK institute (Guardian University Guide 2025).
  • We were rated Gold in the Times Higher Education Online Rankings 2024.
  • Receive your certificate from the University of Essex, with your mode of study only specified on the transcript.
  • More than half of our students are from overseas; you’ll develop worldwide connections to build a successful global career.
  • Our assessment processes are designed for online and mature students to reflect real-life situations and issues.

Undergraduate courses in Business (10)

BSc (Hons) Business Psychology

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

4 years
BSc (Hons) Business and Computing

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

4 years
LLB (Hons) Law with Business

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

4 years
CertHE Business and Management

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
CertHE Business Psychology

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
CertHE Law with Business

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
CertHE Business and Computing

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
BA (Hons) Business and Management

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

4 years
BA (Hons) Business and Marketing

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

4 years
BA (Hons) Business and Management (Top-up)

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months

Why study online with the University of Essex?

The University of Essex won University of the Year in the Times Higher Education Awards 2018. We’re also extremely proud to have top student satisfaction of 89% for an exclusively online provider in the National Student Survey (NSS 2020).

All our graduates receive University of Essex certificate that will not show that you’ve studied online. With students from around the world, our online platform offers a diverse and enriching learning experience. Connect with individuals from various backgrounds, enhancing your understanding of business in a global context.

 

Not ready for a full degree?

If you want to get a feel for a business course before committing to a full degree, we offer shorter, 16-month CertHE courses. These online courses introduce you to fundamental business concepts and if you decide to continue your studies, you can easily progress to the full Bachelors of your choice and build on what you’ve already learned.

Whatever your goals, our flexible online courses are designed to help you take the next step in your career.

Know what you want to study? Apply now.

Hear what our previous undergraduate business students had to say

Eliphelet Joseph Gordon Rimayi, BA (Hons) Business and Marketing

Bria Murphy, BA (Hons) Business and Marketing

“After researching online degrees, I found the University of Essex Online and felt it would provide me with the freedom to both work and study simultaneously. The freedom to study online also allows me to make time for hobbies such as content creation, reading and travelling. I was even able to complete some of my studies on a trip abroad. 

Start your online business education

Whether you’re aiming to advance in your current career or pivot to a new field, our online business degrees provide the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve your goals. Apply today to take the first step toward a fulfilling future in business.

Online postgraduate business courses at University of Essex Online 

Our postgraduate online business courses help you progress in an exciting industry, with modules that replicate real-world scenarios. What’s more, you’ll also have the opportunity to develop your communicatoin, teamwork and critical thinking skills.

At postgraduate level, we offer a range of specialist business pathways in management, finance, human resources, digital marketing and project management, as well as supply chain management and global logistics.

 View courses

Why study here?

  • Study at a top 25 institute (Guardian University Guide 2025).
  • We were rated Gold in the Times Higher Education Online Rankings 2024.
  • 90% of students said they feel better prepared for their future after studying with us (Careers and Employment Survey 2024).
  • Receive your certificate from the University of Essex, with your mode of study only specified on the transcript.
  • More than half our students are from overseas; you’ll develop worldwide connections to build a successful global career.

Postgraduate courses in Business (19)

Postgraduate courses in Business (21)

MSc Leadership

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

2 years
PG Dip Leadership

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
PG Cert Leadership

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

8 months
MSc International Human Resource Management

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

2 years
PG Dip International Human Resource Management

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
PG Cert International Human Resource Management

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

8 months
MSc Global Digital Marketing

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

2 years
PG Dip Global Digital Marketing

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
PG Cert Global Digital Marketing

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

8 months
Master of Business Management (MBM)

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

2 years
PG Dip Business Management

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
PG Cert Business Management

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

8 months
MSc Project Management

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

2 years
PG Dip Project Management

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
PG Cert Project Management

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

8 months
MSc Business and Management (Business Analytics)

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

2 years
PG Dip Business and Management (Business Analytics)

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
PG Cert Business and Management (Business Analytics)

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

8 months
MSc Business with Finance

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

2 years
PG Dip Business with Finance

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
MSc Supply Chain Management and Global Logistics

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

2 years

Why study online with the University of Essex?

The University of Essex won University of the Year in the Times Higher Education Awards 2018. We’re also extremely proud to have top student satisfaction of 89% for an exclusively online provider in the National Student Survey (NSS 2020).

All our graduates receive University of Essex certificate that will not show that you’ve studied online. With students from around the world, our online platform offers a diverse and enriching learning experience. Connect with individuals from various backgrounds, enhancing your understanding of business in a global context.

 

Not ready for a full degree?

If you want to get a feel for business before committing to a full degree, we offer shorter, 16-month CertHE courses. These online courses introduce you to fundamental business concepts and if you decide to continue your studies, you can easily progress to the full Bachelors of your choice and build on what you’ve already learned.

Whatever your goals, our flexible online courses are designed to help you take the next step in your career.

Know what you want to study? Apply now.

Hear what our previous postgraduate business students had to say

Abdullah Omer, BA (Hons) Business and Management (Top-up)

Gulizar Maromedoba, MSc Business with Finance

Gulizar Maromedoba

“The University of Essex Online was a very attractive choice due to its proactive approach and the convenience of online study. It gave me a good feeling for the future and the virtual learning platform also impressed me. Sometimes it was stressful having to juggle everything, but I really appreciated the support – particularly from the student advisers and of course the tutors.”

Start your online business education

Whether you’re aiming to advance in your current career or pivot to a new field, our online business degrees provide the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve your goals. Apply today to take the first step toward a fulfilling future in business.

Undergraduate
Online undergraduate business courses at University of Essex Online

Our undergraduate online business courses will prepare you for success in the competitive world of business.

Dive deep beneath the surface with business psychology, or gain an understanding of the laws and regulations that govern every area of business. Whatever your area of interest, our undergraduate online business courses have you covered.

Whether you’re looking to enter the world of business or simply specialise further in the field, our undergraduate online business courses are the perfect choice.

View courses

Why study here?

  • Earn a degree from a top 25 UK institute (Guardian University Guide 2025).
  • We were rated Gold in the Times Higher Education Online Rankings 2024.
  • Receive your certificate from the University of Essex, with your mode of study only specified on the transcript.
  • More than half of our students are from overseas; you’ll develop worldwide connections to build a successful global career.
  • Our assessment processes are designed for online and mature students to reflect real-life situations and issues.

Undergraduate courses in Business (10)

BSc (Hons) Business Psychology

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

4 years
BSc (Hons) Business and Computing

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

4 years
LLB (Hons) Law with Business

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

4 years
CertHE Business and Management

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
CertHE Business Psychology

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
CertHE Law with Business

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
CertHE Business and Computing

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
BA (Hons) Business and Management

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

4 years
BA (Hons) Business and Marketing

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

4 years
BA (Hons) Business and Management (Top-up)

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months

Why study online with the University of Essex?

The University of Essex won University of the Year in the Times Higher Education Awards 2018. We’re also extremely proud to have top student satisfaction of 89% for an exclusively online provider in the National Student Survey (NSS 2020).

All our graduates receive University of Essex certificate that will not show that you’ve studied online. With students from around the world, our online platform offers a diverse and enriching learning experience. Connect with individuals from various backgrounds, enhancing your understanding of business in a global context.

 

Not ready for a full degree?

If you want to get a feel for a business course before committing to a full degree, we offer shorter, 16-month CertHE courses. These online courses introduce you to fundamental business concepts and if you decide to continue your studies, you can easily progress to the full Bachelors of your choice and build on what you’ve already learned.

Whatever your goals, our flexible online courses are designed to help you take the next step in your career.

Know what you want to study? Apply now.

Hear what our previous undergraduate business students had to say

Eliphelet Joseph Gordon Rimayi, BA (Hons) Business and Marketing

Bria Murphy, BA (Hons) Business and Marketing

“After researching online degrees, I found the University of Essex Online and felt it would provide me with the freedom to both work and study simultaneously. The freedom to study online also allows me to make time for hobbies such as content creation, reading and travelling. I was even able to complete some of my studies on a trip abroad. 

Start your online business education

Whether you’re aiming to advance in your current career or pivot to a new field, our online business degrees provide the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve your goals. Apply today to take the first step toward a fulfilling future in business.

Postgraduate
Online postgraduate business courses at University of Essex Online 

Our postgraduate online business courses help you progress in an exciting industry, with modules that replicate real-world scenarios. What’s more, you’ll also have the opportunity to develop your communicatoin, teamwork and critical thinking skills.

At postgraduate level, we offer a range of specialist business pathways in management, finance, human resources, digital marketing and project management, as well as supply chain management and global logistics.

 View courses

Why study here?

  • Study at a top 25 institute (Guardian University Guide 2025).
  • We were rated Gold in the Times Higher Education Online Rankings 2024.
  • 90% of students said they feel better prepared for their future after studying with us (Careers and Employment Survey 2024).
  • Receive your certificate from the University of Essex, with your mode of study only specified on the transcript.
  • More than half our students are from overseas; you’ll develop worldwide connections to build a successful global career.

Postgraduate courses in Business (19)

Postgraduate courses in Business (21)

MSc Leadership

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

2 years
PG Dip Leadership

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
PG Cert Leadership

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

8 months
MSc International Human Resource Management

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

2 years
PG Dip International Human Resource Management

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
PG Cert International Human Resource Management

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

8 months
MSc Global Digital Marketing

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

2 years
PG Dip Global Digital Marketing

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
PG Cert Global Digital Marketing

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

8 months
Master of Business Management (MBM)

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

2 years
PG Dip Business Management

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
PG Cert Business Management

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

8 months
MSc Project Management

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

2 years
PG Dip Project Management

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
PG Cert Project Management

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

8 months
MSc Business and Management (Business Analytics)

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

2 years
PG Dip Business and Management (Business Analytics)

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
PG Cert Business and Management (Business Analytics)

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

8 months
MSc Business with Finance

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

2 years
PG Dip Business with Finance

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

16 months
MSc Supply Chain Management and Global Logistics

Study mode:

Part-time

Location:

Online

Indicative Duration:

2 years

Why study online with the University of Essex?

The University of Essex won University of the Year in the Times Higher Education Awards 2018. We’re also extremely proud to have top student satisfaction of 89% for an exclusively online provider in the National Student Survey (NSS 2020).

All our graduates receive University of Essex certificate that will not show that you’ve studied online. With students from around the world, our online platform offers a diverse and enriching learning experience. Connect with individuals from various backgrounds, enhancing your understanding of business in a global context.

 

Not ready for a full degree?

If you want to get a feel for business before committing to a full degree, we offer shorter, 16-month CertHE courses. These online courses introduce you to fundamental business concepts and if you decide to continue your studies, you can easily progress to the full Bachelors of your choice and build on what you’ve already learned.

Whatever your goals, our flexible online courses are designed to help you take the next step in your career.

Know what you want to study? Apply now.

Hear what our previous postgraduate business students had to say

Abdullah Omer, BA (Hons) Business and Management (Top-up)

Gulizar Maromedoba, MSc Business with Finance

Gulizar Maromedoba

“The University of Essex Online was a very attractive choice due to its proactive approach and the convenience of online study. It gave me a good feeling for the future and the virtual learning platform also impressed me. Sometimes it was stressful having to juggle everything, but I really appreciated the support – particularly from the student advisers and of course the tutors.”

Start your online business education

Whether you’re aiming to advance in your current career or pivot to a new field, our online business degrees provide the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve your goals. Apply today to take the first step toward a fulfilling future in business.