FdA Business Management

Course Overview

This programme will allow individuals to display a critical, analytical, and evaluative approach to applying business and management concepts whilst taking into consideration the environments they operate in and the wider environmental context. This programme will also utilise opportunities for lifelong learning to generate self-directive and self-reflective students who commit to the process of continuous learning and development.

Course features

Final Award: Foundation of Arts degree in Business Management
Duration: 2 Years
Awarding Body: NCG
Study Mode: Full Time
Start Date: February, October
Delivery: Weekday
Fees: £9,250 / Year

Entry requirements

Our entry requirements guide your qualifications for our courses. With personalized admissions and ambitious offers, we encourage high aspirations. At Elizabeth School, we recognize and support your potential for future success.

To apply for this course, applicants will require the following:
  • UK Level 3 with minimum 64 UCAS tariff points, or 

  • EU/Overseas qualifications equivalent to UK level 3.

* Applicants aged 21 and above, who may not meet the standard entry requirements, could still be eligible for admission if they have at least two years of relevant work experience. This experience should showcase transferable skills and knowledge, including effective communication, efficient time management, strong organisational abilities, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Applicants must meet the English Language requirements by taking one of our accepted English assessment tests.
  • English Language GCSE at grade C/4 or above

  • Level 2 Functional Skills English

  • IELTS 6.0 

  • Internal English Assessment 

Modules

Module CodeModule NameModule Credits
BM101 The Business Environment 20
BM102 Principles of Marketing 20
ACS100 Academic Study Skills 10
PRD100 Personal Development 10
BM103 People and Performance Management 20
BM104 Accounting for Managers 20
WRL100 Work Related Learning 20

Teaching and assessment

The assessment strategy aims to fulfil the learning outcomes by combining traditional assessment types with a variety of authentic assessments which allow students to progressively develop their skills throughout the programme.

Formative assessment and feedback is a key part of the programme’s strategy. These will allow students to practise new tasks and receive regular feedback, to give them guidance and confidence to perform well for their summative assessments. These could include presentations, work related projects, group-work, computer based simulations, essays, videos and business reports.

Course fees

Home (UK) £9,250 / Year

The fees above are for the 2023/24 academic year but may be subject to change following any announcements by the UK Government (approved by Parliament) regarding maximum Undergraduate tuition fee caps for 2023/24.

In addition, ESL reserves the right to increase all full-time and part-time Undergraduate tuition fees mid-course, in line with any further inflationary increase in the Government tuition fee cap which is approved by Parliament. ESL will publish information about any changes to tuition fees on its website.

Additional Information

This course is awarded by NCG please see the attached link for NCG’s HE regulatory documents.

https://www.ncgrp.co.uk/guide-to-information/higher-education-at-ncg/

Course Regulated by the Office for Student (OfS)

Career prospects

What careers can you go on to pursue with a Business Management degree?

Financial Managers and Directors: Oversee the financial health of an organization, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.

Marketing and Sales Directors: Drive the strategy and execution of marketing campaigns, branding, and sales operations.

Purchasing Managers and Directors: Ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services for an organization. 

Advertising and Public Relations Directors: Shape and manage the public image and reputation of a brand or organization.

Human Resource Managers and Directors: Oversee recruitment, training, benefits, and more, ensuring the well-being and growth of an organization's employees. 

Managers and Directors in Retail and Wholesale: Oversee operations, sales, inventory, and customer service in retail and wholesale environments. 

Hotel and Accommodation Managers and Proprietors: Ensure the smooth running of hospitality establishments, focusing on guest satisfaction, operations, and financial management.

Shopkeepers and Proprietors—Wholesale and Retail: Own and manage retail and wholesale businesses, ensuring profitability and customer satisfaction.

Management Consultants and Business Analysts: Advise organisations on business strategies, processes, and problem-solving to improve performance.

Business and Financial Project Management Professionals: Lead, plan, and execute projects, ensuring they're completed on time and within budget.