FdA Hair and Make-up Business Management at University College Birmingham

Get ready to unleash your creativity and transform your passion into a successful career with our Hair and Make-up Business Management BA (Hons) degree. This course blends artistic expertise with essential management skills, preparing you to launch your own brand or lead in the fast-paced beauty sector. From salon operations to product development and marketing, this course equips you with the knowledge to thrive in a global industry worth billions.

Department: Department of Creative Industries  |  Duration: 2 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time (placement: Opportunities to engage in work placements will be available throughout each year of study.)  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Design Conceptualisation and Planning, Professional Practice in Hair and Make-up Artistry, Barbering and Styling Techniques, Career Pathways and Entrepreneurial Opportunities, Ideation of Beauty, Character Effects; Year 2 core modules: Creative Content Production, Collaborative Project, Creative Industries Business Management, The Digital Marketing Specialist, People Strategy and Performance, Signature Style, Advanced Period Hair, Wigs and Make-up.

Career pathways

Career routes include marketing executive, marketing manager, studio or salon owner/manager, creative/ artistic director and lecturer in hair, make-up and special effects.

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