Marketing and Management with Integrated Foundation Year

Marketing is the bridge between an organisation’s products and its target audience – and it can make or break a business.

Step into a world where marketing and digital analytics intertwine seamlessly, propelling you with an entrepreneurial mindset into the future of business. The BSc Marketing and Management programme takes you on a transformative journey, blending traditional marketing and management principles with the cutting-edge advancements of the digital age. It prepares you with the knowledge, skills, and mindsets for the existing and evolving marketing roles in the traditional and digital business landscape.

From influencer marketing and the rise of AI tools to the move towards flexible working, the world of marketing and management is changing. This evolution means there are lots of roles for managers and marketers to pick from in market research, PR and brand consultancy. And we’ll help you find where you fit.

Our course combines business management with marketing theory and practice. You’ll focus on the principles of marketing and management before unpicking more specialised areas. These include advertising, consumer psychology and market analytics. Campus is buzzing with conversations about our latest research on social justice, good governance and sustainability too.

Industry Engagement and Extracurricular Activities

This programme offers more than just a curriculum. Extensive engagement with digitisation and a creative approach permeates every module, preparing you for the current market and a pioneer of future trends. Students can also benefit from extensive industry engagement through networking events, internships, a year in the industry, and real-world projects. Our vibrant extracurricular activities and a plethora of opportunities to develop employability and entrepreneurial skills will see you emerge as a well-rounded, confident professional.

London Advantage

Moreover, nestled in the heart of one of the world’s most dynamic cities, Queen Mary University of London offers an unparalleled advantage for BSc in Marketing and Management program students. London, a global hub of creativity and innovation, provides a perfect backdrop for your studies. Not only are we ranked #1 for Marketing in London by the Complete University Guide 2026, you can also find that creativity flourishes everywhere, from the cutting-edge startups in Shoreditch to the world-renowned advertising agencies in Soho. The city’s vibrant blend of cultures and industries creates a unique ecosystem where ideas cross-pollinate, and inspiration is never far away. As a student at Queen Mary, you’ll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in this vibrant environment, with access to industry events, networking opportunities, and real-world experiences that will enrich your education and ignite your passion for marketing and digital analytics. London is not just a place to study; it’s a living, breathing classroom that will shape your future in the most exciting ways imaginable.

Build your personal brand

Our proximity to the city means you’ll be in the right place for internships and networking events. We also love taking your learning outside of the classroom. Our academics do this by using their connections to arrange visits to companies in the city. Previous partners have included Microsoft and Facebook.

If you select the 'Year in Industry' route, you’ll have the opportunity to spend the third year of your degree on an industry placement with an employer.

We give you the tools you need to confidently step into the world of work. The teaching team also has an initiative to help you build your personal brand, so you know how to present yourself to employers and secure your dream role.

Course Modules

Compulsory:

•    IFP/J3016 Applied Mathematics for Business
•    IFP/J3000 English Language and Study Skills
•    IFP/J3020 Independent Study Project
•    IFP/J3015 Introduction to Business and Management
•    IFP/J3018 Management

You must choose one from:

•    IFP/J3017 Accounting for Business
•    IFP/J3019 Marketing

Optional

Choose one from:

•    Film studies: IFP3009 Introduction to Film Studies; IFP3010 European and American Art Cinema
•    French: IFP4011 French Language and Culture I (a); LAN4012 French Language and Culture I (b)
•    Geography: IFP/J3005 Introduction to Human Geography; IFP/J3006 The Human Geography of London
•    History: IFP/J3023 The History of the UK from 1900 to 1955; IFP/J3025 The History of the UK from 1956 to 2016
•    Politics and International Relations: IFP/J3003 Introduction to Politics; IFP/J3004 Introduction to International Politics
•    Japanese: IFP4041 Japanese Language and Culture I (a); LAN4042 Japanese Language and Culture I (b)
•    Literature: IFP/J3007 Introduction to English Literature; IFP/J3008 Introduction to American Literature
•    Spanish: IFP4021 Spanish Language and Culture I (a); LAN4022 Spanish Language and Culture I (b)
•    German: IFP4001 German Language and Culture I (a); LAN4002 German Language and Culture I (b)
Please note that all modules are subject to change.

Assessment typically includes a combination of coursework (presentations, assignments, essay report writing, in-class tests, research and project work) and/or examinations in May or June.

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

• Chartered Institute of Marketing