Business Development

Course Content

Award:
Foundation Degree, FdA (awarded by the University of Plymouth)

What's it all about?:
This course has been designed for you, whether you hold, or seek to hold a managerial position, are a first-time or more experienced employee within any organisation, small or large. Each of the modules is a stand-alone course in its own right, so you can pick up only those that are relevant to you.

Progression:
Students completing the whole programme are eligible to progress to the final stage of the University of Plymouth's BA (Hons) degree in Business Administration.

Entry Requirements:
In our experience in order to be successful on this level of course you will normally need one of the following:
• 60-120 UCAS tariff points - any combination
• a BTEC national award in a related subject
• an NVQ Level 3 in a related subject
• equivalent qualifications or relevant work experience.

Duration: Two years

Business Benefits:
Students who successfully complete this programme will be able to demonstrate a high level of both academic and work related knowledge, and will have developed a range of transferable skills. This will enable them to make an immediate contribution to the workplace.

Course Overview
What does the course involve?:

Modules available include:
Stage 1
• creating customers
• preparing accounts
• business law and health and safety.

Stage 2
• competition and cost control
• managing people
• management, direction and control.

When can I study?:
Various days and times

Are there any exams?:
Assessment is primarily by projects and course work directly related to the needs of the organisation.
Course Facts

Although we are not yet able to confirm dates or fees, applications for the next course are now welcome.