CertHE Business Studies with Foundation Year
This two-year, full-time CertHE Business Studies course includes a foundation year. It introduces business concepts and management while building the study, communication, IT and data skills needed for higher education. You will examine the contemporary business environment, leadership, marketing, financial statements and statistical methods. The course may suit adults returning to education who want a structured introduction to business study.
About this course
Business is explored in the context of technological change, including the fourth industrial revolution and the ways technology affects business operations. You will also consider contemporary issues such as diversity and inclusion, sustainability and net zero.
Alongside business knowledge, the course develops the academic, digital, communication and numeracy skills needed for higher education and workplace settings. You will practise analysing data, interpreting financial information, communicating professionally and applying management and marketing principles.
The foundation year provides a structured route into degree-level study before progressing to Certificate of Higher Education-level business modules.
What you will study
The foundation year covers: • Context of Business • Study Skills for Higher Education • Introduction to Information Technology • Business Communication • Numeracy and Data Analysis • Integrated Professional Skills for the Digital Age
Certificate of Higher Education-level study covers: • Contemporary Business Environment • Introduction to Statistical Methods • Leadership and Management • Principles of Marketing • Business Framework • Introduction to Financial Statements
Modules
Level 3 Trimester 1
- Context of Business
- Study Skills for Higher Education
Level 3 Trimester 2
- Introduction to Information Technology
- Business Communication
Level 3 Trimester 3
- Numeracy and Data Analysis
- Integrated Professional Skills for the Digital Age
Level 4 Trimester 1
- Contemporary Business Environment
- Introduction to Statistical Methods
Level 4 Trimester 2
- Leadership and Management
- Principles of Marketing
Level 4 Trimester 3
- Business Framework
- Introduction to Financial Statements
Entry requirements
Applicants need five GCSE passes or a NARIC-confirmed equivalent.
Applicants are assessed through an interview covering listening, speaking and reading, and a personal statement assessing writing.
Applicants without standard qualifications may be considered on merit where they have substantial relevant work experience, can pass the required examinations, provide an independent employment reference and meet the English-language requirements.
Applicants subject to standard Level 3 entry requirements must meet those requirements.
English language requirements
No formal English-language evidence is required for UK nationals or qualifying EU applicants meeting the stated admissions definition.
Applicants whose first language is not English require English at CEFR Level B1.
Mature students require English-language assurance through an independent external examination: CEFR Level B1 for Level 3 entry, or CEFR Level B2 for entry at Level 4 or above.
Careers
The course may support progression into supervisory or entry-level management roles across a range of business settings.
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