Foundation Degree in Business and Management
Course Overview
This programme aims to meet the complex needs of the business sector, by providing appropriately trained, qualified and certified staff at supervisory levels with the requisite knowledge and understanding of organisations from a variety of sectors. You will develop the skills and knowledge to allow you to work across various functions of a business. Upon completion of the course, you will be able to demonstrate innovative thinking coupled with cognitive and intellectual competencies specific to business management and ethical practice.
- Continual adaptation to reflect the dynamic nature of the business and management sector.
- Development of relevant knowledge and understanding of organizations, the business environment, and management principles.
- Emphasis on the changing future of the global business environment.
- Opportunities for international experiences, enterprise activities, and work placements to enhance CV and professional development.
Course details and modules
At Level 4, you will study the following:
- Personal Professional Development 1
- Innovation and Enterprise
- Human Resource Management
- Business Environment
- Principles of Marketing – Non Core
- Leadership and Management – Non Core
- Business Event Management.- Non Core
At Level 5, you will study the following:
- Personal Professional Development 2
- Work Related Learning
- Entrepreneurship
- Business Finance
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management – Non Core
- Developing Collaborative Relationships – Non Core
- Principles of International Business – Non Core
Note: you will only study six modules per year, these will be confirmed at interview, prior to starting the course.
Entry requirements
Entry Criteria
Standard entry criteria:
- Three GCSEs at a minimum of grade C (4), including maths and English (or Level 2 equivalent)
- Minimum of 32 UCAS Tariff Points (80 UCAS on previous tariff)
- Level 3 Accredited Business Qualification
- An Access to Higher Education course (which includes a business related programme)
- IELTS score of 5.5
Additional entry criteria: You are still welcome to apply even if you do not possess the standard entry qualifications. Non-standard entry criteria includes the following:
- Qualifications in non-business management-related areas at Level 3.
- No Level 3 qualifications but evidence of employer references that can support an application with any relevant working experience.
- A personal statement.
- A one-to-one interview.
- Maths and English skills will be assessed through the application process.
Additional Costs
You will not be required to make any compulsory additional purchases, however, it is advised you consider investing in the recommended study materials.
What are the next steps?
You will be invited into the College to attend a one-to-one interview. The interview will last for 30 minutes. Please bring your personal statement and all relevant qualifications or expected results, if you are still completing your full Level 3 qualification.
Course fees and funding
Course fee breakdown
Standard Fees of £9,250 per annum.
Student Finance
All fees are payable (no fee remission/reduction applies). However, eligible students can apply to Student Finance England for a student loan, which could cover both tuition fees and living costs.