BA (Hons) Business Studies with Foundation Year
Simple overview of this programme
This programme starts from the foundations of business and helps students understand marketing, finance, management, entrepreneurship and organisations.
It is designed for adults who may be moving from general, practical or service work toward office, business and management routes.
Decision summary
people who want a broad business foundation before deciding whether to move toward marketing, sales, admin, operations or entrepreneurship.
people who want a very narrow specialist route from the beginning.
Who this programme is for
What jobs can this programme lead to?
Realistic starting roles:
Growth path after experience:
Important note: The degree alone does not guarantee a job, a management position or a specialist title. English level, work experience, practical skills and labour-market conditions all matter.
Key programme information
Timing and classes
The course runs for 4 years and includes a Foundation Year.
It is delivered through ICON College in London. The exact timetable and start date should be checked for the intake.
How difficult is this programme?
The course is not highly technical, but it covers several business areas and requires reading, writing, group work and assignments.
The broad nature of the course means you should gradually choose your own direction.
What is the Foundation Year and how does it help?
The Foundation Year is a structured access route into higher education.
It helps build academic, communication and personal study skills before the main degree.
Main advantage of this programme
It gives a broad and accessible base in business for students who are not ready to choose a narrow specialism.
Important points before choosing
Because the programme is broad, your career path can remain too general if you do not choose a direction.
You should build experience in admin, sales, marketing, operations or entrepreneurship alongside the course.