Business

Expand your understanding of how organisations work, why innovation and enterprise matter, and build the communication and professional skills needed for a successful business career.

A fast, focused route to an Honours degree

Complete the programme in just one year, making it an efficient option to progress from business‑related foundation degrees or equivalent qualifications.

Career‑focused, industry‑relevant learning

A broad suite of business modules plus embedded CV‑building activities such as micro‑credentials, employer engagement, and real‑world problem‑based learning.

Expert teaching with personalised support

Learn from staff with substantial industry and academic experience, supported by tutors who provide exceptional academic guidance and pastoral care.

This course is for you if...

- you want to understand how modern businesses really work and explore the fast‑changing marketplace

- you're aiming to build a career‑ready business skillset

- you're looking for a fast route to an Honours degree

- you're excited about the prospect of turning ideas into reality.

Plymouth is a founding member of the Defence Universities Alliance, a collaboration between the Ministry of Defence, the UK Armed Forces and the higher education sector, helping equip you with specialist, in-demand skills.

Course Modules

This course offers a wide-ranging business core in Level 5 where you can focus on international trade or supply chains, through your choice module which also includes communications for non-native speakers. Level 5 entrants can undertake an optional placement year between Levels 5 and 6. Level 6 involves the study of specialist areas – HRM, managing change, enterprise, innovation and creativity, and digital marketing or experiential practice. A common Level 5 core with BA (Hons) International Business Management enables you to switch courses before the start of Level 6.

Students may take either Level 5 plus Level 6 consecutively or Level 6 only, depending on entry qualifications.