Foundation Degree (FdA) Applied Business Management

Step into the world of business with our Foundation Degree (FdA) in Applied Business Management, designed around creativity, enterprise and real-world experience. This programme equips you with the professional skills and academic knowledge to thrive in today’s fast-changing business landscape, while keeping your learning practical, project-based and employment-focused.

From the start, you’ll apply ideas directly through hands-on projects, tackling real business challenges that reflect contemporary social, economic and environmental issues. Continuous development is built into the course, giving you the chance to reflect on your progress, grow your confidence and prepare for the next stage of study or your career.

Collaboration sits at the core of your experience. You’ll work alongside peers and industry experts, building strategic thinking, creativity and problem-solving skills that employers value. By graduation, you’ll have the mindset, adaptability and practical expertise to launch your own venture or succeed in a wide range of professional business roles.

Upon successful completion of the FdA Applied Business course, you can choose to progress to a one-year BA (Hons) top-up degree or step directly into the workforce. Career paths include hospitality and events marketing, operations, project management, entrepreneurship, digital transformation and more.