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BSc (Hons) Business Management with Year 0

Victoria College of Arts and Design, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The Level 3 in Business Management is a foundation course which will introduce students to all the fundamental principles of academic practice through writing and skillsets for research and development which is aligned to Business management and its application within the Creative Industries.

Why study Business Management?

Collaborative working
Collaborate with students from different subject areas to work together.

Entrepreneurial skills
A strong understanding of business management principles equips individuals with the skills needed to start and manage their own businesses, fostering innovation and economic growth.

Digital creative media
Discover how to express yourself visually, verbally, and creatively using various digital creative media.

Improving Skills with Assessments
Participating in assessment methods like pitches and presentations can assist in equipping you with the necessary skills and experience for the industry.

Business proposals
You will have the opportunity to bring your own entrepreneurial ideas to the course and develop business proposals.

Personal development planning
Focusing on personal growth, reflective practice, and utilizing e-portfolios.

General Eligibility

Additionally, they should have at least one of the stated UK/international qualifications or their equivalent.

Qualification accepted:

  • Three A levels, grade C or above

  • Three vocational A levels, grade C or above

  • Level three Extended Diploma, grade MMM or above

  • National Diploma, grade DD or above

  • Advanced Diploma, grade C or above

  • International Baccalaureate, 24 points or above

VCAD fully supports T Levels as a new pathway to university study and will accept the relevant UCAS Tariff points for T Levels across all courses.

Part Time Work Details

For international students include a maximum allocation of 20 hours per week.

What You'll Study

1 Year 0

This course aims to familiarize students with the essential principles of academic conduct.

You'll cultivate a diverse skill set essential for the field of business and management, emphasizing abilities such as academic writing, creative problem-solving, effective communication, and research methodologies.

Modules may include*:

  • Academic Development- Critical Thinking and Research

  • Academic Development- Writing and Communication

  • Introduction to Business Management

  • Develping Professional Skills

  • Marketing Fundamentals

  • Business Management Foundation Project.

2 Year 1

You will be exposed to modules on operations and management, alongside business finance, to help you achieve a foundational grasp of business practice principles.

You'll discover how strategy is integrated at the managerial level to bolster the business and operational functions of an organization.

Modules may include*:

  • Marketing and Digital Context

  • Business Finance

  • Professional Life Practice- Developing your Practice

  • Fundamentals of Business Management Practice

  • Operation and Project Management

  • Professional Life Practice- Exploring your Practice.

3 Year 2

In the second year, you'll showcase your proficiency in recognizing, critically assessing, and utilising global business practice theories. Additionally, you'll be given the chance to engage in a practical work experience or undertake a professional assignment.

Modules may include*:

  • People Management

  • Digital Psychology

  • Enterprise Innovation and Responsible Business Practice

  • Professional Life Practice - Applying your Practice

  • Work-Based Learning.

4 Year 3

In your concluding year, you'll expand upon the insights gained in the first and second years, using that knowledge to address real-world business challenges. Your in-depth comprehension of business research, cultivated over the years, will empower you to create an exceptional final project.

By engaging in a collaborative study setting and interacting with peers from various courses, you'll hone both the technical and interpersonal skills that are highly sought after by employers.

Such a team-oriented learning approach will allow you to delve into various aspects of business operations, deepening your grasp on the evolution of organizations. This foundation will also be instrumental in fostering connections that can propel your growth post-graduation.

Modules may include*:

  • Professional Life Practice - Situating your Practice

  • Applied Research Methods

  • Business Objective: Market Research & Portfolio

  • Final Implementation Degree Project.

Language Requirement

Students should possess a minimum of five GCSEs at grade C/4 or higher (which includes English) or an equivalent qualification.

Additional Information

The course is uniquely tailored for students wishing to pursue a career in:

  • Business start-up

  • Marketing/digital marketing

  • Branding

  • E-commerce

  • Buying

  • Business analysis

  • HR

  • Finance.

Ready to get started?

For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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