BA (Hons) Business Management with Foundation Year (Magna Carta College)
- Study Mode: Full Time
- Location: High Wycombe / Uxbridge
- Duration: Four Years
- Start Date: February, June and October 2026
The course begins with a foundation year, where you will develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence you need for academic success before starting your degree. The three years that follow the foundation year, will give you a full grounding in business management, with modules that will prepare you to meet the expectations of the modern global business environment.
Employers seek graduates with a good understanding of all business functions and operations, innovative and critical thinking skills, strategic leadership, and project management competencies. This course will provide you with all of these and help you obtain gainful employment, promotion, start your own business, or go on to further study.
What will I study?
With our BA (Hons) Business Management, you’ll be well-placed and well-prepared to enter the employment market. You’ll cover diverse subject areas, including managing and engaging people, strategic marketing and global business sustainability. The course begins with a foundation year, where you will develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence you need for academic success before starting your degree. The three years that follow the foundation year, will give you a full grounding in business management, with modules that will prepare you to meet the expectations of the modern global business environment. Employers seek graduates with a good understanding of all business functions and operations, innovative and critical thinking skills, strategic leadership, and project management competencies. This course will provide you with all of these and help you obtain gainful employment, promotion, start your own business, or go on to further study.
Key highlights of this course include:
- Flexible weekend schedule for working professionals.
- Three enrolments throughout the year.
- After the successful completion of BA (Hons) degree, you may be eligible to progress onto a Master's degree.
- Build your future as business professionals in any industry.
- Open doors to new career and educational opportunities.
- Develop the knowledge and expertise required to be a successful manager.
Engaging in weekend classes enables you to sustain your employment and uphold your income while pursuing your education. Weekend programs are designed to facilitate a harmonious blend of academic pursuits and work responsibilities. Numerous courses actively promote the incorporation of your workplace insights and expertise as a fundamental component of your educational journey.
One of the notable benefits of weekend classes is the ability to integrate learning with familial, professional, or personal obligations. While it may pose occasional challenges, weekend classes provide the flexibility to balance various aspects of your life and allow you to progress through your studies at a pace aligned with your individual circumstances.
Weekend classes not only permit you to sustain your income while acquiring knowledge but also aids in striking a balance between personal obligations and funding your educational journey. Furthermore, numerous employers express a willingness to sponsor their employees' educational pursuits, offering financial assistance or granting time off for dedicated study, thus fostering the development of their potential.
Engaging in weekend classes can significantly elevate your current career by honing existing skills, positioning you for a promotion, or broadening your job prospects if you're contemplating a career change.
During your academic journey, you will enjoy complete access to an array of student support services. These encompass career guidance, health advisories, well-being assistance, placement facilitation, work support, and guidance on financial matters. Upon graduation, your connection with us doesn't end.
As a student, you will enjoy unrestricted access to a myriad of campus facilities, ranging from the library, gym, and restaurant to award-winning Student Union spaces. Furthermore, dedicated learning environments, including classrooms, studios, or labs pertinent to your course, ensure a comprehensive and well-equipped educational experience.
Embark on your educational journey surrounded by a community of like-minded individuals who share your ambitions and comprehend the challenges you face. This supportive network ensures that you not only meet peers with similar goals but also receive encouragement and assistance throughout your studies.
Why study at Buckinghamshire New University?
Buckinghamshire New University stands out as a lively and inclusive academic institution, placing the student experience at the core of its mission. We have excellent links with industry and have used our knowledge of their requirements for graduates to help shape this programme. Throughout the course, we enrich your learning experience by incorporating key business speakers and live briefs where possible.
Buckinghamshire New University is the ideal choice whether you’re seeking a degree that provides a solid foundation for your future career, considering postgraduate studies to advance your education, or looking to enhance your skills through the latest professional development training.
Magna Carta College (MCC) has given me a solid foundation for my career and I'm so glad I made the decision to go to this College. MCC has a very strong faculty in Business studies. I wanted to study under their excellent direction and minds. MCC also offered me the specialisation I was seeking.Saima M. BA (Hons) Business Management Top Up 2023 Graduate
How will I be taught and assessed?
You will be taught and assessed with simulated real world problems which means you will be the best you can be as you look to enter the world of business or future education after you leave the course. We aim to prepare you to fulfil your ambitions so we will always look to link back teaching and assessments to industry needs and requirements across all sectors of business. Whether you have dreams in finance, manufacturing or technology, our assessments and teaching philosophy is here to help you, not hold you back.
Examples of the methods of assessment that may or may not be used:
- Exams
- Coursework
- Presentations
- Group work
What are the course entry requirements?
Entry Point A: Foundation Year
- A minimum of 5 GCSEs or equivalent at grade C/4 or above.
- For applicants from non-majority English speaking countries, an overall IELTS score of 6.0 is expected, with no less than 5.5 for all the individual elements.
- Mature student (21 years or over) may be accepted on the basis of relevant work and/or life experience. These students would normally be required to provide the following evidence: Candidate CV, Personal Statement and evidence of work in a Work Portfolio.
Entry Point B: Year 1 - BA (Hons) Business Management
- A minimum of two full A-levels (or equivalent) is required.
- For applicants from non-majority English speaking countries, an overall IELTS score of 6.0 is expected, with no less than 5.5 for all the individual elements.
- Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements for the three-year undergraduate programme, or those who do not feel fully prepared for a degree course, can apply for a four-year programme including a Foundation Year.
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.
