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 well suited to students balancing work, family, or other commitments. The Foundation Year provides a strong grounding in academic, analytical, and professional skills, preparing you to progress confidently into the full degree programme.

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.

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Why Choose This Course?

A flexible entry route into higher education for students without traditional qualifications

Develop essential entrepreneurial, leadership, and management skills

Gain a practical understanding of how to identify opportunities and manage successful business ventures

Study industry-focused modules designed to address real-world business challenges

Choose specialist pathways that align with your future career goals

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 supportive entry route for students who do not hold traditional qualifications.

Flexible Study Options

Study Monday to Friday during the day, evenings, or weekends to suit your schedule.

Curriculum Relevant to Industry

Gain practical knowledge shaped by current employer needs and industry standards.

Multiple Campus Locations

Study across multiple UK campuses, including Manchester, London, Birmingham, and Leeds.

A Holistic Approach to Learning

Build knowledge and skills across entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership.

Career-Focused Pathway

Develop practical skills to launch, manage, and scale business ventures.

1. Who is this course for?

This course is designed for students seeking to develop entrepreneurial capabilities for a career in business, including applicants without traditional entry qualifications.

2.What will I study during the Foundation Year?

You will develop academic, analytical, and professional skills to prepare you for successful progression into the degree programme.

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.