Foundation in Business & Management

Business and Management courses for those who want to become global leaders, and understand the importance of ethical human behaviours.

Are you a future business leader?

Fast-track your way to industry success with our Foundation in Business and progress to a professionally accredited degree that will help you make your mark in the commercial world – whether you want to specialise in accounting and finance, economics, management or marketing.

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Direct Entry - Business Degree With Foundation Year

Stage 1: Foundation	Stage 2: Your University of Plymouth Degree
Foundation in Business and Management	BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance
	BSc (Hons) Business Management (3 Years)
	BSc (Hons) Business Management (2 Years fast-track)
	BSc (Hons) Economics
	BSc (Hons) Marketing

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Stage 1: Foundation in Business and Management

Stage 2: Your University of Plymouth Degree Options

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Location

Fees for 2022/23

International: £14,250

Fees for 2023/24

International: £15,250

Duration

Two semesters

Intakes

January, May and September

Foundation Syllabus

Semester 1

ILS1AND3 - Interactive Learning Skills and Communication

You will develop your academic communication skills and use of digital technology for higher education.
How will I be assessed? 60% coursework, 30% exam and 10% personal development planning
BUS107 - Principles of ICT

You will use Microsoft Office packages and get to grips with website content management systems (CMS) and other online apps.
How will I be assessed? 50% coursework, 25% exam and 25% presentation
BUS108 - Business Law

You will develop an understanding of commercial and consumer contracts, legal issues in business and employee rights.
How will I be assessed? 80% exam, 20% coursework
SCI101MB- Numerical Techniques 1

You will use mathematics to solve real-life business and everyday problems, handle data and revisit basic algebra.
How will I be assessed? 100% exam

Semester 2

BUS101 - Accounting

You will learn about the importance of accounting and financial reporting. Topics include profit and loss, trading accounts and budgetary control.
How will I be assessed? 70% exam, 30% coursework
BUS103 - Economics

You will continue to build on your knowledge of basic mathematical principles.
How will I be assessed? 100% exam
BUS105 - Business Studies

You will explore the fundamentals of business, including globalisation; ethics and sustainability; operations, marketing and HR; strategy, leadership and management
How will I be assessed? 80% exam, 20% coursework
BUS106 - Academic Writing

You will develop a range of transferable written skills and independent learning and research skills to prepare you for your undergraduate degree.
How will I be assessed? 100% coursework