Business Studies with Beauty and Spa Management - BA (Hons)

Program Overview

The Business Studies with Beauty and Spa Management program at TUS is a comprehensive four-year degree that combines technical beauty and spa skills with business and management competencies. Designed to prepare students for success in the beauty and spa industry, the program offers hands-on practical experience, industry insights from guest lectures, and the opportunity for work placements or study abroad. Graduates are well-equipped for a variety of careers in the field, including beauty therapist, spa manager, and makeup artist.

Program Outline

Business Studies with Beauty and Spa Management – BA (Hons) - TUS

Degree Overview:

The Business Studies with Beauty and Spa Management program at TUS is a four-year, full-time undergraduate degree designed to prepare students for a career in the beauty and spa industry. The program aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to become highly skilled and trusted professionals who can establish strong relationships with clients, deliver services in a professional, efficient, and hygienic manner, and progress to management roles within the industry. The program combines the creative and business aspects of the beauty and spa sector, providing students with both technical beauty and spa skills and business/management competencies. This combination allows graduates to work and progress in a wide range of beauty and spa settings.

Objectives:

• To develop students' creativity and technical skills in beauty and spa treatments.
• To provide students with a strong foundation in business principles and management practices.
• To equip students with the skills necessary to establish and maintain strong client relationships.
• To prepare students for a variety of roles within the beauty and spa industry, including therapist, consultant, and manager.

Outline:

The program is structured over four years, with each year divided into two semesters. The program includes a full semester of work placement and/or the option to study at one of TUS's partner universities across Europe. Students also participate in regular field trips and guest lectures.

Course Modules:

Year 1:

• Semester 1:
• Academic Writing
• Aesthetics Treatments – Skincare, Eye Treatments and Waxing
• Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
• Principles of Financial Accounting
• Principles of Management and Marketing
• Semester 2:
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Business and Professional Practice
• Business Decision Making and Applications
• Make Up application
• Manicure and Pedicure
• Web Design & Implementation for the Beauty Industry

Year 2:

• Semester 1:
• Anatomy and Physiology for Massage
• HRM Concepts
• Indian Head Massage
• Legal Environment for Business
• Social Media & Mobile Apps
• Swedish Body Massage
• Semester 2:
• Advanced Anatomy and Physiology for Massage
• Global HRM Practice
• Health, Safety and Client Care
• Hot Stone Massage
• Marketing Communications Practice
• Professional Practice

Year 3:

• Semester 1:
• Applied therapeutic practice
• Integrated Marketing Communications
• Nail Technology
• Positive Health and Wellbeing
• Semester 2:
• Work Placement/Study Abroad

Year 4:

• Semester 1:
• Full Year Module – Entrepreneurship and Business Planning (E)
• Financial Management for the Beauty Industry
• Laser and Light Treatments for Hair Removal (E)
• Microdermabrasion (E)
• Research Methods
• Full Year Module – Research Thesis (E)
• Strategic Management Concepts
• Strategic Marketing
• Semester 2:
• Brand Management
• Microneedling
• Skin Rejuvenation
• Strategic Management Practice

Assessment:

The program utilizes a variety of assessment methods, including:

• Assignments: Students complete written assignments to demonstrate their ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations.
• Presentations: Students deliver presentations to demonstrate their communication skills and ability to present research findings.
• Practical Assessments: Students are assessed on their practical skills in beauty and spa treatments.
• Portfolio: Students build a portfolio of their work to showcase their skills and experience.

Teaching:

The program employs a variety of teaching methods, including:

• Lectures: Lectures are used to deliver theoretical content and provide students with a foundation in key concepts.
• Tutorials: Tutorials provide students with the opportunity to discuss course material and ask questions.
• Workshops: Workshops provide students with hands-on experience in beauty and spa treatments.
• Guest Lectures: Guest lectures provide students with insights from industry professionals.
• Field Trips: Field trips allow students to visit beauty and spa businesses and observe real-world practices.

Careers:

Graduates of the Business Studies with Beauty and Spa Management program are well-prepared for a variety of careers in the beauty and spa industry, including:

• Beauty Therapist: Provide a range of beauty treatments, including facials, massages, waxing, and manicures.
• Advanced Skincare Therapist: Specialize in providing advanced skincare treatments, such as microdermabrasion and chemical peels.
• Beauty and Spa Consultant: Advise clients on beauty and spa products and treatments.
• Spa and Beauty Product Salesperson: Sell beauty and spa products to clients.
• Spa Manager: Manage the operations of a spa, including staff, finances, and marketing.

Further Study:

Successful graduates of this program are eligible for Level 9 and 10 postgraduate programs within TUS or elsewhere.

Other:

• TUS is in an academic partnership with the Irish Hospitality Institute (IHI), offering students complimentary membership.
• Students may also complete external examinations for professional qualifications from the International Therapy Examination Council (ITEC) and the Confederation of International Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (CIBTAC).