BA (Hons) Business Management with Foundation Year

The BA (Hons) Business Management with Foundation Year is designed to provide a strong foundation for students aspiring to excel in the dynamic world of business. The program offers a supportive introduction to higher education, equipping students with essential academic skills, business knowledge, and confidence to succeed in their degree studies.

During the foundation year, students explore core subjects such as business fundamentals, communication, and study skills, preparing them for the challenges of undergraduate-level coursework. Once the foundation year is completed, the main degree program delves into key areas of business management, including marketing, finance, human resources, and strategy.

This comprehensive program emphasizes practical application and real-world problem-solving through case studies, group projects, and industry engagement. With opportunities to develop transferable skills such as leadership, teamwork, and critical thinking, graduates are well-prepared for diverse career paths in the global business environment or further postgraduate study.

Key Features:

  • Supportive foundation year for a smooth transition to undergraduate studies.
  • Focus on essential business disciplines, including marketing, finance, and management.
  • Practical learning opportunities through industry collaborations and projects.
  • Preparation for a wide range of business careers or further study.

This course is ideal for students seeking a gradual introduction to higher education while aiming for a comprehensive and career-oriented business degree.

Course Info

Foundation Year

Research Skills And Using Information
• Developing Academic Skills
• Using Numeracy, IT and Data
• Values, Ethics And Working Collaboratively
• Structure Of Business
• Technology in Organization

Level 4

Digital Skills & Professional Development (20 credits)
• Contemporary Business Environment (20 credits)
• Market Dynamics (20 credits)
• Introduction To Business Finance (20 credits)
• People Management (20 credits)
• Technology & Innovation (20 credits)

Level 5

Data Analytics & Management (20 credits)
• Business Start-up (20 credits)
• Sales Management (20 credits)
• Digital & Social Media Marketing (20 credits)
• Blockchain & Applications FinTech For Managers (20 credits)
• Operations & Supply Chain Management (2 credits)

Level 6

Business Transformation (20 credits)
• Entrepreneurship And Innovation (20 credits)
• Corporate Governance, Law & Ethics (20 credits)
• Independent Study (20 credits)
• Project Management (20 credits)
• International Business Management (20 credits)

Course Fees

Foundation Year - £9,250
• Level 4 - £9,250
• Level 5 - £9,250
• Level 6 - £9,250

Career Prospects

• Business analyst
• New business owner
• Project management
• Data analyst
• Careers in AI & Machine Learning
• Big Data Specialist
• Digital transformation specialist
• Digital marketing specialist
• People manager

Further Information

What is blended learning?
Blended learning is where you study 8 hours a week in class spread over 2 days, and 25
hours a week of independent learning through learn.
Study centers:
The study centres where you can do blended learning are in London Ealing, London Tower
Hill, London Holborn, Manchester and Birmingham.

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