BSc (Hons) Business Management (Top Up)

Program Overview

BSc (Hons) - Business Management (Top Up)

Overview

This one-year programme is designed for individuals who have a good foundation of business and management from their Higher National Diploma (HND) or equivalent qualification. The course offers the same opportunities as our current business management students and allows specialization in areas of interest for career pathways.

Course Structure

What you will learn

This one year of study is the opportunity to share your brand. This is the space of confirming your position in the world of Business, the starting point of your legacy.

Here, you will apply your comprehensive understanding of business and the intricacies of Innovation, Transformation, and Consultation.

Alongside our Innovate and Transform modules, you will also complete a dissertation, an independently researched project, or a Consultation project allowing you to apply your research and analysis skills to a business topic of your choice.

Year one

This one year of study is the opportunity to share your brand. This is the space of confirming your position in the world of Business, the starting point of your legacy.

Here, you will apply your comprehensive understanding of business and the intricacies of Innovation, Transformation, and Consultation.

Alongside our Innovate and Transform modules, you will also complete a dissertation, an independently researched project, or a Consultation project allowing you to apply your research and analysis skills to a business topic of your choice.

• Innovate This module opens up the concepts of entrepreneurship, intrapreneurship, and the strategic planning process needed to move from an idea to a value-generating product or service. The primary objective is to foster an entrepreneurial mindset, encouraging students to identify and seize opportunities, think creatively, and take calculated risks. Through an exploration of key concepts, case studies, and real-world examples, the module aims to instil a deep understanding of the entrepreneurial process, from idea generation to business development. Furthermore, the module seeks to cultivate innovation by emphasizing the importance of adaptability, resilience, and continuous learning. Ultimately, the aim is to empower students to become not only successful entrepreneurs but also innovative problem solvers in various professional contexts.
• Consult/ Dissertation The aim of this module is to develop a sound and critical understanding of a range of business and management research methodologies and their relevance to a wide array of fundamental and applied research contexts. The module provides students with the opportunity to initiate, plan, develop, and undertake a research project, using a systematic approach to research based on individual initiative and pathway of study. Projects may be either a traditional dissertation, the development of a start-up organisation, campaign, or a client project.
• Transform This undergraduate module is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of change management, organisations, and systems transformation. It explores the theoretical foundations, practical approaches, and case studies related to leading and navigating organisational change effectively.

Teaching & Assessment

How you will learn

We use a variety of approaches to learning and teaching to make sure you develop an appropriate level of understanding of concepts, knowledge, theories, and practices, alongside academic and work-related skills. On your programme, you can expect to participate in all the following: lectures, group projects, problem-solving exercises, practical workshops, and masterclasses, seminars, one-to-one tutorials.

How you will be assessed

On the programme, we use a variety of assessments to test both knowledge and skills. Where possible, across the programme, we have designed authentic and applied assessments. This means that we have designed assignments to reflect the demands of business and the workplace, which will require you to apply your learning to ‘real life’ business problems and scenarios. Examples of the types of assessments you are likely to encounter include:

• Written work
• Digital Portfolios
• Mock Interviews
• Presentations
• Posters

Entry Requirements

A foundation degree, HND, or equivalent Level 5 qualification at a minimum merit standard.

Tuition Fees

2025 - 2026

• Fees to be confirmed - UK
• Fees to be confirmed - International

The figures above don't include accommodation and living costs.

Tuition fees are set annually and are subject to review each year. The University may therefore raise tuition fees in the second or subsequent years of a course, in line with inflation and/or the maximum permitted by law or Government policy. Students will be notified of any changes as soon as possible.

Additional Costs

There will be some additional costs associated with the course, including stationery, textbooks, field trips, and membership fees, although some of these features are optional. Books are reviewed annually and are therefore subject to change, course welcome information will provide you with an indicative list for the year.

• Books and Journals A list of books are made available for each module studied.
• Stationery We would encourage all students to either purchase or loan a laptop for their studies.
• Clothing and Equipment Nothing specific.

Career Outcomes

A business management degree prepares you for a variety of careers in organisations and management. Whether working for a large, multi-national company or small, independent business in sectors as diverse as digital business, defence, utilities, fashion, health, marketing, I.T., education – all require well-equipped managers with a clear understanding of systems, efficiency, and operational issues and skills in leadership, teamwork, and communication. Opportunities for business graduates are numerous and exist both in the private, public, and voluntary sectors. The skills you will gain from a business degree will allow you to contribute to your chosen organisation quickly and effectively. Some examples of our past graduates’ employment include:

• Entrepreneurs
• Consultants
• Project Managers
• Managers in health care organisations
• Accountants
• Marketing officers and managers
• Financial Analysts
• HR managers
• Financial Advisors
• Hospitality Managers
• Teaching
• Bank managers
• CEOs

Graduates may also progress to further study on a variety of Masters programmes (including the MBA and specialist business degrees e.g. in Marketing, Project Management, and HRM) and or research degrees including MPhil, PhD, DBA, or DProf.