FdSc in Applied Business Management (Day Release/Blended Learning)
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Course Code | LP00989 |
Location | Northop |
Duration | Full Time, 2 years, full time, day release, Foundation Degree (FdSc) . Students on this course will be required to undertake periods of self study, additional to taught hours. The pattern for delivery will be blended (face to face, online, asynchronous). The FdSc has the option of an additional 1 year top up to BSc in Applied Business Management (LP01249). |
Department | Business, Management & Leadership |
Start Date | 01 Aug 2025 |
End Date | 31 Jul 2027 |
Course Overview
In choosing Cambria’s Foundation Degree/ BSc in Applied Business Management (developed and accredited by Swansea University) you will study a broad spectrum of business and management topics (such as marketing, operations management, finance, accounting, strategy and human resource management).
This programme is designed for the student who wants to excel and reach the top level of global business management practice.
Key features to studying this degree at Cambria:
• All modules are taught by our leading business tutors who have a breadth of industrial and academic knowledge and regularly train business leaders from across Wales
• Outstanding connections with many businesses and business leaders throughout North Wales, with guest business speakers, presentations and opportunities to network
• Experienced provider of apprenticeship routes, including business management
• Personal Tutor and one to one support
• World-class facilities with outstanding technology
Modules Year 1
• Marketing
• Human Resource Management
• Finance for Non Finance Managers
• Operations Management 1
Modules Year 2
• Leadership and International Human Resource Management
• Operations Management 2
• Business Management 1
• Organisational Project 1
Students are offered, at an additional fee, certification in PRINCE2(R) Foundation, Project Management in the Second year
This programme is designed for the student who wants to excel and reach the top level of global business management practice.
Key features to studying this degree at Cambria:
• All modules are taught by our leading business tutors who have a breadth of industrial and academic knowledge and regularly train business leaders from across Wales
• Outstanding connections with many businesses and business leaders throughout North Wales, with guest business speakers, presentations and opportunities to network
• Experienced provider of apprenticeship routes, including business management
• Personal Tutor and one to one support
• World-class facilities with outstanding technology
Modules Year 1
• Marketing
• Human Resource Management
• Finance for Non Finance Managers
• Operations Management 1
Modules Year 2
• Leadership and International Human Resource Management
• Operations Management 2
• Business Management 1
• Organisational Project 1
Students are offered, at an additional fee, certification in PRINCE2(R) Foundation, Project Management in the Second year
The course material will be delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, interactive tutorials, visiting speakers and workshops. The modules are assessed through a variety of different ways including self-reflective reports with an accompanying portfolio of evidence, examinations, projects, and presentations. Where possible, assessments are marked electronically and you will be given feedback and pointers for improvement for every assessment. Student support is available from your own Academic Mentor and the module tutors throughout your studies.
WORK PLACEMENT
This programme is aimed at those in employment (paid or voluntary) for approximately 30 hours per week from the start of the programme.
Covid regulations are in place in the case that Covid-19 disrupts placements.
WORK PLACEMENT
This programme is aimed at those in employment (paid or voluntary) for approximately 30 hours per week from the start of the programme.
Covid regulations are in place in the case that Covid-19 disrupts placements.
Predicted grades of 3 A Levels grade B or above. We do not require A Levels in Business, Economics, Maths or Accounting/ Finance. We do not however consider General Studies as an A Level subject for offer purposes.
• Predicted (or achieved) IB of 32-33 or higher.
• The Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted as part of the application criteria.
• BTEC (18 units) grades of DDM or equivalent.
• Access to HE Diploma – Business.
• All applicants must have GCSE English Language and GCSE Maths or Numeracy at grade C or above.
• Non-native English speakers must achieve 6.0 overall with no component less than 5.5 in IELTS or equivalent tests.
• Any assessment of prior learning (such as professional development awards or employment-based awards) which is at a Higher Education level but not awarded HE credits will be considered on a case by case basis by the Swansea University
Admissions Team.
• Predicted (or achieved) IB of 32-33 or higher.
• The Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted as part of the application criteria.
• BTEC (18 units) grades of DDM or equivalent.
• Access to HE Diploma – Business.
• All applicants must have GCSE English Language and GCSE Maths or Numeracy at grade C or above.
• Non-native English speakers must achieve 6.0 overall with no component less than 5.5 in IELTS or equivalent tests.
• Any assessment of prior learning (such as professional development awards or employment-based awards) which is at a Higher Education level but not awarded HE credits will be considered on a case by case basis by the Swansea University
Admissions Team.
Students successfully completing the Applied Business Management degree have enhanced their employability in the business world. As a Graduate you will be able to demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the full spectrum of business operations in the real world and confidently evaluate courses of action that add the most value to an organisation.
£7,500 1st year LP00989 FdSc in Applied Business Management
£7,500 2nd year LP00989 FdSc in Applied Business Management
If you wish to continue studying to BSc level:
£9,000 3rd year LP01249 BSc in Applied Business Management
Travel costs to and from a work placement are to be covered by the student.
Prince2 £250
£7,500 2nd year LP00989 FdSc in Applied Business Management
If you wish to continue studying to BSc level:
£9,000 3rd year LP01249 BSc in Applied Business Management
Travel costs to and from a work placement are to be covered by the student.
Prince2 £250
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