“The course was incredibly relevant to today’s business world, with clear examples that made it easy to understand how to manage and grow a business effectively.”
BA (Hons) & Foundation Year
This program fosters entrepreneurial thinking and equips you with essential business and management skills for a dynamic career. You will gain practical experience through case studies, live projects, and industry interactions while developing independent and transferable skills crucial for the workplace. The course offers the opportunity for a placement year, enhancing employability through real-world experience. In the final year, you can specialize in human resources, enterprise, or marketing, tailoring your studies to your career aspirations.
Key Facts
BA (Hons) or Foundation Year Entry Degrees
Weekdays, Weekend, Evening
Manchester, Derby, Newcastle
January, May, September
This comprehensive business management program provides a strong foundation for individuals seeking to develop their knowledge and skills in the dynamic world of business. Designed to accommodate diverse backgrounds, the course ensures accessibility to those without traditional qualifications while fostering critical thinking, analytical abilities, and strategic decision-making skills.
The foundation year offers essential academic and professional skills, preparing students for higher-level business studies. Core topics include fundamental business principles, management concepts, and strategic thinking. This year ensures students develop confidence in problem-solving, communication, and decision-making, creating a solid base for future learning.
As students progress, they will explore the functional areas of business, including management, marketing, human resources, finance, and operations. These subjects are approached through key themes such as innovation and enterprise, sustainability, professionalism, and digital transformation. This integrated approach equips students with a holistic understanding of business environments.
The final phase of the program enhances analytical and evaluation skills, applying business concepts to real-world situations. Students will develop expertise in strategic planning, leadership, and operational efficiency, preparing them for diverse career opportunities. By the end of the course, graduates will be equipped with the skills needed to excel in various business sectors and drive organizational success.
“The course was incredibly relevant to today’s business world, with clear examples that made it easy to understand how to manage and grow a business effectively.”
Here’s a complete list of all the modules you’ll study in each year of our Business Management degree, along with their credit values. This detailed breakdown shows exactly what you’ll learn as you progress through the course.
Remember, If you’re starting through the academic route, you’ll skip the Foundation Year and begin directly at Level 4, diving straight into the core modules.
Whether you’re starting with the basics or advancing through specialized topics, this program is designed to prepare you for a successful career in leadership and management.
21st Century Management (Credits: 20)
Preparing for success at University (credits: 40)
Principles of Business (credits: 20)
Project based learning (Credits: 40)
The Responsible Business (Credits: 30)
The Innovative Business (credits: 30)
The Sustainable Business (credits: 30)
The Digital Business (credits: 30)
Customer Acquisition and Retention (Credits: 30)
The Professional Manager and Leadership (Credits: 30)
Operations and Project Planning (Credits: 30)
Managing Finance and Accounts (Credits: 30)
The Strategic Business (Credits: 30)
Organisational Behaviour (Credits: 30)
The Professional Project (credits: 30)
The Business Communicator (credits: 30)
At Central Core of Education, we make higher education accessible to everyone. Whether you have qualifications or not, we’re here to help you start your university journey.
Option 1
Have qualifications? You can start directly at Level 4, skipping the Foundation Year, and dive straight into core modules. This route fast-tracks your journey, helping you build advanced knowledge and leadership skills
Option 2
No qualifications? No problem. Start with our Foundation Year, designed to build your skills, confidence, and understanding of key business concepts. This route prepares you for success in the later stages of the degree and beyond
Not sure which entry route is right for you? Start a WhatsApp conversation with Central Core of Education today for personalized support and guidance.