Course Overview
Four-Year BA (Honours) Degree in Business Management with Foundation Year
| Awarding Organisation | Buckinghamshire New University (BNU) |
| Teaching Institution | London School of Commerce & IT (LSCI) |
| Programme Title(s) | BA (Hons) Business Management with Foundation Year |
| Name of the final award | BA (Hons) in Business Management |
| Course Code | BB1BMA4 |
| FHEQ Level of Qualification | Level 6: Bachelor’s degree with honours |
| QAA Benchmark Statement (s) | Business and Management |
| Duration of study | 4 years |
| Intakes | Two intakes -February and September |
| Language of Study | English |
| Course fees per year per student (correct at the time of publication in May 2022) | £9,250 |
| Publication Date | May, 2022 |
 | Programme Handbook |
Aim of the Course
This programme is aimed at those who wish to develop a good understanding of the nature of Business Management in a world of volatility, uncertainty, change and ambiguity. The focus of the programme is to equip students with knowledge of contemporary management theories, but of equal importance, the opportunity to apply and integrate that knowledge in live projects. The course is ideal for students interested in developing business knowledge and management skills in any industry.
The main educational aims of the programme are to:
- Provide all students with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the core functions of business and management
- Develop in students the intellectual skills necessary to contribute to effective business practice and problem solving
- Develop subject related practical skills
- Prepare students for graduate employment, research, further study and lifelong learning by developing their intellectual, practical and key (transferable) skills
Enhance the employability of graduates through the blend of academic study and skills development. The course aims to develop enterprise and entrepreneurial skills and offers students opportunities to link their studies with work experience, internships and study abroad.
Entry Requirements
- Advanced GNVQ
- International Baccalaureate: 24-25 points. Applicants should have English and Mathematics at either Higher Level grade 4, or Standard Level grade 5 as part of their Baccalaureate.
- Successful completion of an approved Access course
- B2 English or IELTS 6.0 with no components below 5.5
Please visit https://www.bnu.ac.uk/study/general-entry-requirements for detailed information.
Course structure
It is a four-year course including a foundation year. The foundation year is a preparatory year aimed at building academic capabilities to undertake studies for a UK-standard bachelor’s degree.
Year 0 (Foundation Year), students will learn academic English skills such as paraphrasing, summarising, referencing and reflective writing.
Year 1 (120 credits): The modules will comprise Global Business Environment, Graduate Challenge, Human Resource Management, Marketing, Financial Decision Making, Organisational Behaviour and Statistics.
Year 2 (120 credits): The modules will comprise Business Consulting, Project Management, Business Economics, Operations and Service Management, and Digital Business.
Year 3 (final year, 120 credits): The modules will comprise Research Methods, Strategic Agility, International Marketing Management, Developing Leadership and Management Skills, Managing & Developing Innovation & Creativity, Change Management and Organisational Development, and a Dissertation.
ASSESSMENT
Usually, the modules will be assessed through coursework submissions and classroom presentations. Some of the modules may have written examinations.
PROGRESSION
This course will create opportunities for progression to higher education or taking up employment.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Further details on this course can be obtained at:
https://www.bucks.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-business-management-foundation-year