Business Management (Top Up)
- BA
- 1 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Boston Campus (Rochford)
- Awarded by:
- University of Derby
Course summary
The Business Management BA (Hons) Top-up Level 6 is awarded by the University of Derby and is designed to provide an excellent progression route and develop the knowledge you've already gained on your HND or Foundation Degree in business with a further stage of study which results in a full honours degree.
Gain valuable knowledge on the global and strategic management issues, with a focus on the specialist areas of management and leadership. Engage with current case studies and examples, benefit from guest lectures from industry speakers and professional bodies, and develop the skills employers look for in graduate employees to prepare for the workplace - from report writing and analysis through to presentation skills.
As a University of Derby partner student, you will have access to the university’s virtual learning environment, including University of Derby Online (UDO) and online journals and texts, as well as library facilities.
Modules
Global Business and Strategy
Developing Leadership and Management
The Business Consultancy Project
Marketing Across Cultures
International Entrepreneurship
Assessment method
You will be assessed mainly via coursework, such as traditional essays and reports, group project work, research and consultancy projects, presentations, posters, and design of digital materials. There are also in-class tests and computer-based assessments.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
Application codes
- Course code:
- 1601
- Institution code:
- B01
- Campus name:
- Boston Campus (Rochford)
- Campus Code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
HND (BTEC) - P
In order to study the Business Management BA (Hons) Top-up Level 6, you will need to have 240 credits at Level 4 and 5 in business, or a related subject (this may be from a HTQ/HND, Foundation Degree, or an equivalent Level 5 qualification); and GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above, or Functional Skills Level 2 and/or minimum IELTS score of 6.
Please note that extensive experience within the business sector may be considered. For students outside the EU, academic qualifications are assessed on an individual basis by the admission team and the subject area's academic coordinator.
All applications are subject to approval by the University of Derby (UoD). In order for the University to approve your application we are required to share your personal information. This includes sharing the application form that you have completed to study this course, and in some instances, copies of your maths, English and highest-level qualification certificate.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Contextual admissions
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £7600 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £7600 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £7600 | Whole course |
| Wales | £7600 | Whole course |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
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