What job can I get with a degree in Business Computing?
Almost every business relies on computer hardware, software and systems to function and grow, meaning they need highly skilled Business Computing professionals to maintain and develop everything.
Your future career options include Business Analyst, Software Engineer, Data Analyst, IT Management, Interaction Design Specialist, and more.
This work could be in a wide range of sectors such as: Financial services, Healthcare, Technology, Media, Marketing, Government, Military, Agriculture, Gaming, and Retail.
What skills will I develop for my future career?
You will graduate with specialist skills and knowledge in Business Information Systems, IT Service Management and Human-Computer Interaction, as well as essential professional skills such as Effective communication, Problem solving, Informational literacy, and Teamwork.
Will I get work experience on my Business Computing degree?
Yes. You will have the chance to take up to a year-long work placement. This will give you a real head-start in your career because you will understand how your learning applies to real-life problems that businesses face, have more confidence about working life and what it involves, and could gain valuable contacts.
Thanks to Northumbria’s excellent professional links, you will have the opportunity to apply for a placement in the public or private sector, in the UK or abroad. Previous students from the department have been on placement with blue-chip companies such as Hewlett Packard and GlaxoSmithKline and at CERN in Geneva.
An alternative option for your third year could also be study abroad. This option allows you to get a global perspective on your subject, which could pave the way for an international career in the future.