Business Management

About this programme

The foundation year of this programme provides students with non-standard entry qualifications, a thorough and supportive academic preparation for successful degree level study in the Management School . On successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress to Business Management BA. Gain a comprehensive understanding of a range of business topics, combining academic study, practical skill development and active engagement with the regional business community. Through optional modules, specialise in your interests or keep your pathway open, developing real-world experience. The foundation year to this degree is carefully designed to build your confidence in your abilities, develop essential academic and study skills, and provide the subject specific knowledge essential for success. You will study with the Lifelong Learning Team in the School of Education, where we have nearly forty years’ experience working with adult learners, helping them to unlock their potential to succeed at degree-level study. Over the course of your foundation year you will study a variety of modules that equate to the value of 120 credits. You can check the foundation year programme structure for more information on these modules. You will progress to the Management School after completing your foundation year, subject to meeting progression thresholds, which differ across courses and departments. These will be discussed with applicants at interview.