International Foundation Programme – Business
A nine-month online foundation programme for students preparing for degree-level business study. It combines business concepts with English language, practical numeracy, study skills and research training. It may suit learners who have completed secondary education and want to prepare for further study in a business-related subject.
About this course
This online International Foundation Programme is designed to prepare students for degree-level study in business. Over nine months, it develops the academic, English language and practical numeracy skills needed to work with business ideas and complete higher education assignments.
You will study core business concepts alongside English language development, study skills and research. The course includes a research project, giving you experience of planning, investigating and presenting work independently. It may suit adults returning to education who need to strengthen their academic skills before progressing to business-related undergraduate study.
What you will study
The programme covers:
• English Language and Study Skills • Practical Numeracy Skills • Introduction to Business Concept Skills • English Language 2 • Research Project • Business Concepts 2
You will build academic and linguistic skills for business study, develop practical mathematics and numeracy, and explore key business principles and concepts.
Modules
Semester 1
- English Language and Study Skills
- Practical Numeracy Skills
- Introduction to Business Concept Skills
Semester 2
- English Language 2
- Research Project
- Business Concepts 2
Assessment
Assessment includes coursework, in-class tests and formal examinations.
Entry requirements
You must have successfully completed secondary education, typically representing at least 11 years of education. This must include a pass in mathematics at secondary-school level.
English language requirements
English language ability equivalent to IELTS 5.0 or above is required, with at least 4.5 in each component.
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