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BA (Hons) Business Management with Foundation Year

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    UK fee **

    AY 24/25: £ 9,250
    AY 25/26: £ 5,760
  • * Subject to availability     ** First year fee, tuition fees for the remaining three years of study will be higher. For more guidance, visit fees and funding.

Course Overview

Our innovative, four-year BA (Hons) Business Management with Foundation Year programme provides a solid understanding of business fundamentals and essential academic skills.

Through a combination of lectures, seminars, case studies and practical projects, you will develop a comprehensive understanding of key concepts in management, finance, marketing and entrepreneurship, with opportunities for hands-on learning and industry engagement. 

The foundation year serves as a springboard for you to develop essential academic skills and knowledge necessary for success in higher education. You will acquire critical thinking, communication and study skills that will serve you throughout your academic and professional careers.  

Over the next three years, you will delve into advanced topics in business management, including organisational behaviour, strategic planning, financial analysis, marketing strategy and innovation management.  

Throughout the programme, you will have ample opportunities to engage with industry professionals through guest lectures, industry projects, internships and networking events. You will also have the chance to participate in study abroad programmes and international exchanges, gaining a global perspective on business management and expanding their professional networks.  

With a wide range of elective courses and specialisation tracks available, you can choose to focus your studies on areas such as marketing management, financial analysis, human resource management or international business. By specialising in a particular area, you can develop expertise and skills that are highly sought after in your chosen field, enhancing your employability and career prospects.  

Why study this course?

  • Develop sought after skills in communication, analysis, and problem-solving.
  • Enhance your employability.
  • Understand the business environment in a local, national, and international context.
  • Gain highly transferable skills.
  • Business Essentials 
  • Academic and Professional Development 
  • Digital Skills Development 
  • Career and Contemporary Employability Skills 
  • Global Business Context 
  • Introducing Inclusive People Management 
  • Data Analytics and Decision Making 
  • Accounting and Finance for Managers 
  • Contemporary Marketing Essentials 
  • Team Psychology (Micro Module) 
  • Social Media Fundamentals (Micro Module) 
  • Enterprise and Opportunity (Micro Module) 
  • Reflection of Character Development (Micro Module) 
  • Thinking into Character – Personal Development Plan (Micro Module) 
  • Ethical Business and Corporate Social Responsibility 
  • Market Research Skills 
  • Managing Complex Projects and Sustainable Operations 
  • Enterprise and Entrepreneurship: Commercial and Social 
  • Digital Business and Innovative Technologies (Optional) 
  • Consumer Behaviour (Optional) 
  • Business Negotiations in Practice (Micro Module) 
  • Managing Diverse Teams (Micro Module) 
  • Integrated Marketing Communication (Micro Module) 
  • Climate Change: Transforming your Organisation for Sustainability (Micro Module) 
  • Employability and Sustainability (Micro Module) 
  • Leadership and Management in a Global Context 
  • Research / Consultancy Proposal 
  • Corporate Strategy and Sustainable Proposal 
  • Dissertation / Consultancy Project 
  • Sustainable Product Development (Optional) 
  • Leading Innovation and Managing Change (Optional 

Career progression

Upon completing our BA (Hons) Business Management with Foundation Year, you will be well equipped to enter a range of business roles in the public, private and voluntary sectors. Some graduates may choose to undertake further study in order to develop their expertise in a particular area of business, such as:  

  • Marketing 
  • Finance 
  • Human resources 
  • Computing 
  • International business management  

Studying for an MBA is another popular option.  

Entry Requirements

Please note that entry to this course is subject to Buckinghamshire New University’s specific  general entry requirements and English language requirements: 

  • UCAS tariff points: 32-56 
  • IELTS Academic/IELTS for UKVI: 6.0 overall with minimum of 5.5 in all areas. 

 

If you do not meet the entry requirements you may still be invited for interview if you have relevant professional experience. In the event that you are invited for interview,, you will be required to demonstrate the necessary knowledge and understanding for entry onto the course. 

Previous study, professional and / or vocational experiences may be recognised as the equivalent learning experience and permit exemption from studying certain modules in accordance with our accreditation of prior learning (APL) process. 

UCAS points: 32 (this can be made up from a range of level courses, for more information on the UCAS points for your qualification go to the UCAS tariff calculator) 

Students will also be asked to attend an academic interview. Suitability for entry to our programmes can be demonstrated in several ways and is not limited to academic qualifications alone and applicants who do not meet our published entry requirements are encouraged to contact recruitment and admissions for advice. 

The School of Business

  • Kashif Khan, Dean of School of Business
    Kashif Khan, Dean of School of Business
    Our expert business lecturers are dedicated to delivering an enriching learning experience. They will support you throughout your studies, helping you develop the skills needed for a successful career in business.

Student stories

George, BA (Hons) Business Management with Foundation Year  

“RCL offers many advantages over other colleges. My campus is modern with great facilities, while the timetables and lectures are well organised. Plus, the IT and Student Support teams are always available to assist us.”

Geanina, BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care with Foundation Year  

“RCL provides a fantastic learning environment. My class group and I receive unwavering support from the academic team. Their commitment to meeting student needs is truly appreciated.”

The School of Business

  • Kashif Khan, Dean of School of Business
    Our expert business lecturers are dedicated to delivering an enriching learning experience. They will support you throughout your studies, helping you develop the skills needed for a successful career in business.

BA (Hons) Business Management with Foundation Year

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