Applied Business Management (FdA)
About Applied Business Management (FdA)
This two-year Foundation Degree prepares you for a dynamic career in business by combining essential theoretical insight with real-world application.
Quick Facts
Course Overview
Beginning with the ‘My Toolkit for Success’ orientation, the programme builds your academic capabilities and transitions you seamlessly into higher education. In Year 1, you’ll develop a solid grounding in the modern business environment, digital strategy, marketing, academic research, and innovation. Year 2 takes you deeper through applied leadership, agile operational techniques, and creative business projects. The Creative Business Project and Data-Driven Decision Making modules ensure you're equipped to navigate contemporary business challenges while fostering innovation and strategic thinking. Upon completing the course, you can either enter the workforce or progress to a BA (Hons) in Business Management and Entrepreneurship top-up, expanding your qualifications and career prospects.
Modules
- Contemporary Business Environment (30 credits)
- Marketing in the Digital Age (30 credits)
- Digital Transformation and Business Innovation (30 credits)
- Academic Skills for Success (30 credits)
- Leading and Managing Real-World Businesses (30 credits)
- Agility and Operational Excellence (30 credits)
- Creative Business Project (30 credits)
- Data-Driven Decision Making (30 credits)
Entry Requirements
- Entry typically requires Level 3 qualifications totaling at least 56 UCAS points. Relevant work experience may also be considered in lieu of formal qualifications. GCSEs in English and Mathematics (Grade C / 4 or equivalent) are required. International applicants should hold an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.
Careers
The programme equips you with both strategic and practical skills essential for modern business roles—it’s ideal for creative thinkers and strategic problem-solvers. Completion also opens the door to a BA (Hons) top-up degree to further boost your professional trajectory.
Career Routes
Additional Information
You’ll emerge ready for the workforce or further studies in a BA (Hons) top-up programme, enhancing career prospects.
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