BA
Business ManagementFoundation Year
- Foundation Year – Build essential professional, communication, and employability skills for business success.
- Industry-aligned – Gain practical skills aligned with real-world industry requirements.
- Flexible timetables – Face-to-face and online learning
- City-centre campuses – London, Luton, Leicester, Sheffield, Birmingham, Manchester, Bradford, Leeds
- Strong career focus – Teaching focuses on industry needs.
KEY INFORMATION
Level Of Study
Undergraduate
Duration
3/4 Years
Intakes
October, January, May
Locations
London, Luton, Leicester, Sheffield, Birmingham, Manchester, Bradford, Leeds
Study Mode
Blended Learning (1 day online & 1 day in class)
Entry Requirements
Apply without Previous Qualifications
*Please note yearly fees may increase in line with inflation & Government guidelines.
Modules Include :
Foundation Year:
- Development for Success in Business (30 credits)
- Orientation for Success in Higher Education (30 credits)
- The Context of Business (30 credits)
- Using and Managing Data and Information (30 credits)
Year 1:
- Understanding and Managing Data
- Financial Accounting
- Principles of Marketing
- Digital Business Management and Emerging Technologies
- Understanding the Business and Economic Environment
- Managing People in Organisations
- Professional Practice One (Learning Through Organisations)
- Principles of Management
Year 2:
- Problem Solving: Methods and Analysis
- Leadership in Practice
- International Selling and Negotiation
- Organisation Design and Management
- Creating a Winning Business
- The Practice of Consultancy
- Developing Inclusive Organisations
- Marketing Communications
Year 3:
- Dissertation (30 credits)
- Organising and Managing Across Cultures
- Practising Business Strategy (with simulation)
- The Practice of Management
- Leading Innovation
- Personal Finance
Marketing - Communications in Practice
- Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
- Chief Operating Officer (COO)
- General Manager
- Operations Director
- Strategy Consultant
- Business Development Director
- Head of Business Transformation
- Commercial Director
- Regional Manager
- Corporate Services Manager
Build in-demand Business Management skills employers need
Gain practical knowledge in finance, marketing, operations, and strategy, while developing leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills. Learn through real-world projects and specialist pathways to prepare for roles like Business Consultant, Marketing Manager, or Financial Analyst.
Why Choose a Career in Business Management?
Business management is a versatile and in-demand field, with organisations across industries seeking skilled professionals to lead teams, make strategic decisions, and drive growth. This degree equips you with practical knowledge in finance, marketing, operations, strategy, and human resources, while developing essential skills in leadership, problem-solving, and communication.
Through hands-on projects, industry insights, and specialist pathways such as entrepreneurship, digital marketing, or international business, you’ll be prepared for roles like Business Consultant, Marketing Manager, Financial Analyst, or Operations Manager. The programme provides a strong foundation for a successful, future-proof career, as well as opportunities for further study and professional qualifications.
Do I Qualify?
Why study a business management degree with a foundation year?
Choose when you learn with blended learning
Daytime students
2 days of tuition per week: one session on campus and the other session delivered live online
Evening and weekend students
2 evenings live online and 1 weekend day face-to-face on campus or 2 evenings face-to-face on campus and 1 weekend day live online.
Weekend students
Face-to-face sessions on Saturday and online sessions on Sunday
Frequently Asked Questions
A business management degree in the UK can lead to careers as a Business Manager, Marketing Manager, Human Resources Manager, Operations Manager, Project Manager, Business Analyst, or Management Consultant. Graduates also find roles in finance, entrepreneurship, retail, and international business.
Yes — a business management degree is worth it if you want a versatile qualification that opens doors to many industries. Employers value the leadership, problem-solving, and analytical skills gained during the course, making graduates highly employable in the UK and globally.
The average business management graduate salary in the UK is between £25,000 and £32,000. With experience, roles such as Operations Manager, Marketing Director, or Business Consultant can earn £40,000 to £70,000+, and senior executives or entrepreneurs can exceed £100,000.
Yes — many UK universities offer a business management degree with a foundation year, designed for students without A-levels or previous qualifications. This entry route helps you build academic, business, and leadership skills before progressing into the main degree programme.
After completing a business management degree, you can pursue careers in business development, project management, marketing, human resources, finance, consultancy, and entrepreneurship. Many graduates also choose to start their own businesses or continue with postgraduate study such as an MBA (Master of Business Administration).