FDSc Operational Management
- Study Mode: Full Time
- Location: High Wycombe
- Duration: Two Years
- Start Date: September 2025
Ready to start on a journey towards a thriving career in management? At BNU our FdSc Operational Management course focuses on training real-world skills, to an industry-agreed standard. This means you can graduate with the exact skillset that some of the biggest companies in the country are looking for.
If you’re looking for a course to help build a solid foundation for your future as a leader and learn from industry experts to hone your skills and inspire innovation, a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) in Operational Management could be for you.
As an accredited HTQ course, this runs for two years with an industry-certified focus on employability and hands-on training. This programme has been carefully designed by our industry expert academics, based on standards set by professional bodies, to provide you with the skills and abilities needed to thrive in the fast-moving software industry. This means you will graduate with the skills, knowledge, behaviours, and attributes to carve out your own career, create your own opportunities, and enable you to adapt to diverse and different professional work situations and industry needs.
After graduation, you will also have the option of adding an additional top-up year for a full BSc honours degree.
Beyond technical skills, FdSc Operational Management fosters the development of critical thinking, communication, and leadership abilities essential for success in any field. Through engaging lectures, guest speakers from the industry, and opportunities for industry visits and conferences, you'll gain valuable insights into the practical applications of data science and develop a well-rounded skill set valued by employers worldwide.
Operational Management is an incredibly varied field, with a constant need for skilled professionals. By studying FdSc Operational Management, you're investing in a future-proof career path with lots of opportunities for advancement and competitive salaries. Whether you aspire to become a department manager, regional manager, or specialist manager, our programme prepares you to excel in diverse organizational settings, including private and public sectors.
Our HTQ in Operational Management at BNU is meticulously designed in collaboration with industry leaders, ensuring that you gain practical skills and knowledge directly applicable to today's dynamic business environment. From operational planning to project management, you'll develop a comprehensive understanding of key management principles essential for success in various sectors.
What will I study?
You'll explore a diverse range of topics essential for success in managerial roles. From foundational principles in operational management to advanced concepts in project management, financial management, and supply chain management, our curriculum is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the field. Through practical coursework, hands-on projects, and simulated workplace environments, you'll gain valuable skills and experience to thrive in today's dynamic business landscape.
This course also contains more specialised modules, which focus on topics like quality customer service, ethics in operational management, and data analytics and security. These delve deeper into critical aspects of modern business operations, equipping you with the knowledge and skills for success.
Through industry projects and real-world case studies, you'll have the opportunity to apply theoretical concepts to practical scenarios, honing your problem-solving abilities and preparing you for the complexities of operational management roles across various sectors. Our emphasis on hands-on learning and industry relevance ensures that you graduate not only with a solid academic foundation but also with practical experience that sets you apart in the competitive job market.
How will I be taught and assessed?
Teaching methods vary from large group seminars facilitating learner-led formal debates to smaller impromptu discussion sessions, often complemented by industrial visits and guest lectures. These diverse approaches aim to simulate real-world scenarios, enhancing learning authenticity.
Assessments are designed to be authentic and contextually relevant, allowing students to demonstrate practical skills effectively. The programme culminates in a project activity, integrating knowledge and skills developed throughout, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and professional skill enhancement. Opportunities for innovation and creativity are actively encouraged, ensuring students excel with excellence.
We encourage you to take control of your own educational journey, giving you the tools and techniques to enable you to self-regulate and to optimise your personal performance.
What are the course entry requirements?
A typical offer will require a UCAS tariff score of: 88 - 128
UCAS points can be obtained through qualifications such as A levels, T levels, BTEC or an Access to Higher Education course in a relevant subject. Please list all your qualifications on the application form as you will be asked to provide copies when we receive your application.
If you do not meet the entry requirements you may, if you have relevant professional experience, still be invited for interview, where you will be required to demonstrate the necessary knowledge and understanding for entry onto the programme.
Previous study, professional and / or vocational experiences may be recognised as the equivalent learning experience and permit exemption from studying certain modules in accordance with our accreditation of prior learning (APL) process.
Please note every application is considered on an individual basis.
Modules
This provides a guide of the modules that make up your course. You can find more information about how your course is structured on our Academic Advice section.
What are the tuition fees
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What are my career prospects?
Upon graduation, you can pursue a wide variety of job roles such as department manager, divisional manager, operations manager, regional manager, or specialist manager in private and public sector organisations of all sizes. This course’s industry-focused curriculum ensures that you are prepared to tackle the challenges of today's business landscape, including operational planning, project management, financial management, and team leadership.
Additionally, our strong industry connections and alumni network provide valuable networking opportunities and access to job placements, internships, and graduate schemes. Through our dedicated careers support services, including CV workshops, interview preparation, and employer networking events, we ensure that you are well-prepared to embark on a successful career journey post-graduation.
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