BSc (Hons) Business with Foundation Year

This Business bachelor’s degree prepares students for careers in business management. It covers key areas such as finance, human resources, operations, and strategy, helping students develop practical and analytical skills. The course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI).

This Business Management degree is designed for students who want to develop the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence needed for a successful career in business. Throughout the course, you will study key areas including financial management, human resources, operations, strategic planning, leadership, and organisational management.

You will learn how businesses operate, make informed decisions, and respond to the challenges of today's changing business environment. The programme combines academic learning with practical activities, helping you apply business theory to real workplace situations while developing valuable skills in communication, teamwork, problem-solving, leadership, and critical thinking.

The course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), recognising its professional relevance and providing additional value to your qualification. By the time you graduate, you will be well prepared for a wide range of careers in business, management, consultancy, or entrepreneurship, as well as further study.
To apply, you will usually need one of the following Level 3 qualifications:

Three A Levels at grade C or above

A BTEC Extended Diploma with grades MMM or above

An Access to HE qualification (23–45 credits at Merit/Distinction level, including at least 6 Distinctions)

A T Level at grade Pass (with C or above)

Other UK or international Level 3 qualifications that are considered equivalent

You will also need GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above, or Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths.

If you do not have these qualifications, you may be required to take an internal assessment.
Business Manager

Business Analyst

Operations Manager

Project Coordinator

Human Resources (HR) Officer

Marketing Executive

Sales Manager

Account Manager

Office Manager

Finance Assistant / Analyst

Business Development Executive

Team Leader / Supervisor

Customer Relationship Manager

Modules

Year 0 (Foundation Year)

Foundation in Enterprise

Foundation in Marketing

Academic Skills

Foundation in Accounting & Finance

Foundation in People Management

Foundation Year Project

Year 1

Business Environment

Marketing Accounting and Finance

People Management

Enterprise Creation

Academic, Personal & Professional Development

Year 2

Intrapreneurship and Innovation

Accounting and Finance II

Marketing for Business

Organisational Behaviour

Enterprise Development

Research Methods

Year 3

Leadership and Management

Business Reality

Reflective Business Portfolio

Contemporary Business Issues

Honours Project

Location

Liverpool Street (LS) - Eastgate House, 40 Dukes Place, London, EC3A 7LP Gants Street (GS) - Wentworth House, 350 Eastern Avenue, Gants Hill, London, IG2 6NW

Please note that the campuses and locations listed are subject to availability and may change at any time. For the latest information, please get in touch with us and we will be happy to assist.

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