Business and Entrepreneurship BA (Hons)

Business and Entrepreneurship BA (Hons) with Foundation Year

Are you ready to unlock your entrepreneurial potential to become a future business leader? The BA (Hons) Business and Entrepreneurship with Foundation Year seeks to provide you with the knowledge, confidence and practical skills to build a successful career in business.

This flexible course is particularly suited for students trying to juggle work, family or other commitments. The Foundation Year gives you a strong preparation in academic, analytical and professional skills, which allows you to develop and progress into the full degree.

Throughout the course, you will study entrepreneurship, innovation and management, and learn how to turn ideas into ventures that can be profitable and sustainable. In your final year of study, you have the opportunity to specialise in pathways that align with your career interests and ambitions.

Why Choose This Course?

Flexible way into higher education for students who do not have traditional qualifications

Develop essential entrepreneurial and management skills

Gain a real understanding of how to identify opportunities and successfully manage ventures.

Study modules with industry-relevant content that are relevant and practical in approaching business problems

Pathways that suit your future career aspirations

Classes

Weekdays, Evenings, and Weekends

Duration

4 years (including Foundation Year)

Campuses

Manchester

London

Birmingham

Leeds

Intakes

September

January

June

Benefits for Students

Pathway with Foundation Year

A friendly entry route for students who may not hold traditional qualifications.

Flexible Study - Study from Monday

Friday during the day, evenings or weekends.

Curriculum Relevant to Industry

Gain practical knowledge, influenced by employer demand.

Multiple Campus Locations

Choose to study in Manchester, London, Birmingham or Leeds.

A Holistic Approach to Learning

Develop skills in entrepreneurship, innovation and leadership.

Career-focused Yak

Learn how to produce, manage and develop a successful business.

1. Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for students who would like to develop entrepreneurial skills to support a business career, in some cases without standard entry requirements.

2. What will I be studying in the Foundation Year?

You will engage with academic, analytical, and professional skills to prepare you for the degree. We will prepare you for advanced study.

3. Can I do this course if I am working or have family commitments?

Yes, the course is designed to allow you to study on weekdays, evenings or at weekends.

4. What jobs can I do after this course?

After graduation, you could start your own business or apply for senior roles in sectors such as retail, hospitality, IT, or professional services.

5. Do I need to understand business before I start?

No, the Foundation Year is designed to give you the base knowledge to begin your business and management journey.