Course Overview
One year Business Management (Top Up)
| Awarding Organisation | Buckinghamshire New University (BNU) |
| Teaching Institution | London School of Commerce & IT (LSCI) |
| Programme Title(s) | BA (Hons) Business Management (Top Up) |
| Name of the final award | BA (Hons) in Business Management |
| Course Code | BB3BAM1 |
| FHEQ Level of Qualification | Level 6: Bachelor’s degree with honours |
| QAA Benchmark Statement (s) | Business and Management |
| Duration of study | 1 year |
| 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 |
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Programme Handbook |
Aim of the Course
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
- critically evaluate and plan for a range of contemporary business and management scenarios.
- develop the intellectual skills necessary to contribute to effective business practice and problem solving
- 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.
Entry Requirements
- Minimum of 90 credits from a Level 3 qualification such as A Levels or BTECs.
- 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
The course is delivered over one year. It will give students 120 credits to add to their existing 240 credits to make (240+120) 360 credits required for an Honours Degree in the UK.
The modules students will study for this Top Up course are:
- Strategic Marketing
- Managing Innovations and Business
- Leading and Managing Change
- Corporate Strategy and Governance
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/professional/ba-hons-business-management-top