BA (Hons) Business Management with Foundation Year
Arden University
Begin with a preparatory foundation year. Connect finance, people, marketing and technology to understand how organisations succeed. Apply business ideas to realistic decisions, innovation and change.
Stratford, London Holborn, Ealing London, Manchester, Birmingham, Nottingham, Newcastle, LeedsOn CampusNext intake: November 2026
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For learners who benefit from a preparatory foundation year before progressing through the full honours degree.
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What you will learn
Published modules
Selected published modules. Options and availability may change between intakes.
Preparing for University SuccessFoundation year
Investigation & Innovation ProjectFoundation year
Digital Skills & Professional DevelopmentLevel 4
Introduction to Business FinanceLevel 4
Technology & InnovationLevel 4
Data Analytics & ManagementLevel 5
Digital & Social Media MarketingLevel 5
Operations & Supply Chain ManagementLevel 5
Business TransformationLevel 6
Independent StudyLevel 6
International Business ManagementLevel 6
Put it into practice
Illustrative examples based on these subjects; assessed activities are confirmed by the provider.
Illustrative example: Prepare a monthly budget for a fictional small business and explain how its results change when sales and costs vary.
Subject areas
Subject guidance. The exact curriculum for this course variant needs confirmation with the provider.
Business functionsLeadershipInnovation
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Explore your career potential
Gross annual figures. Region and source are shown for each occupation.
Indicative occupational salaries, not guaranteed earnings after this course.
Management consultant
Related career
Improve organisations through evidence, strategy and operational change.
Starting out
£27,000
UK median (2025)
£53,295
Experienced
£60,000
How to read the median
Median for SOC 2431: management consultants and business analysts. It is not exclusive to business analysts; IT business analysis has a different classification. Covers different career stages; this is not starting pay or a course outcome. The sample requires more than one year in the same job and excludes self-employment.
Investigate business needs and recommend improvements to systems and processes.
Starting out
£23,000
UK median (2025)
£53,295
Experienced
£55,000
How to read the median
Median for SOC 2431: management consultants and business analysts. It is not exclusive to business analysts; IT business analysis has a different classification. Covers different career stages; this is not starting pay or a course outcome. The sample requires more than one year in the same job and excludes self-employment.
Analyse datasets and communicate findings for evidence-based decisions.
Starting out
£28,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£65,000
How to get there: Develop and demonstrate the role’s specialist programming, statistical or technical skills; additional training may be needed beyond this course.
Support boards, corporate governance and statutory reporting.
Starting out
£28,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£95,000
How to get there: Develop company-law and governance practice and meet role-specific qualifications; chartered status requires the relevant professional pathway and experience.
Stratford, London Holborn, Ealing London, Manchester, Birmingham, Nottingham, Newcastle, Leeds · On Campus · November 2026
Duration
To be confirmed
Published tuition fee
£5,605 for FY , £9,525 each year for other 3 years
Awarding university
Arden University
Historical information (not the current offer)
£5605 for FY , £9275 each year for other 3 years
Entry requirements and routes
Eligibility Criteria, Applicants must meet one of the following:,Level 3 qualification with a minimum of 45 credits or above OR
At least 2 years (full-time) of current work experience
If current work experience is less than 2 years, applicants may provide a work reference from a previous job (within the last 5 years). The reference must include the employer's name, job role and a valid company email address.
English language
If Learner is Born British or if Learner have any GCSE or Level 2/3 from UK they can skip the Duolingo Duolingo English Test Process for Arden University:
1.Practice the Test:
Before attempting the main test, it is essential to practice using Duolingo’s free practice test. This will help familiarize you with the test format. You can access the practice test here: Duolingo English Test.
2. Test Duration:
The Duolingo test takes approximately one hour. You cannot pause the test once it starts, so ensure you have enough time to complete it in one sitting. You need a computer or laptop to sit for the test
3. Score Requirements:
o Bachelor's Degree Applicants:
If you are applying for a bachelor’s degree and were not born British or do not have a UK qualification, you need to score 105 or higher to pass the test.
o Master's Degree Applicants:
For those applying for a master’s degree if not born British and holding a bachelor’s qualification from another country, you need to score 120 or higher to pass the test.
4. Payment and Coupon Code:
o First-time Test Takers:
The university will provide you with a coupon code to purchase the test for free. Use this code during checkout on the Duolingo platform when scheduling your test.
o Retaking the Test:
If you do not pass the test on your first attempt, you will need to pay for any future test attempts on your own.
5. Preparation and Test Link:
It’s important to prepare for the test by practicing and reviewing your English skills. Remember, the test is conducted entirely online and needs to be taken in one sitting.
Duolingo English Test Practice and Main Test Link
Interview or assessment
30 minutes online video call interview on Microsoft Teams. Please Inform the learners that the admission team will help to prepare them for the interview (Common for All Courses)
Classes and attendance
Available: Daytime: 2 days during the weekdays: Morning 9 AM to 1 PM or Afternoon 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Available: Evening + Weekend: Friday evening and saturday daytime
Available: Evening: 2 days during the weekdays 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Status: Open for Nov 2026
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Funding and support
FUNDING AVAILABLE SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS
Student Finance England
Tuition fees:Available subject to eligibility
Maintenance:Available subject to eligibility
For courses starting before 1 January 2027, the Tuition Fee Loan has no upper age limit. If you are 60 or over at the start of the first academic year, eligible full-time living-cost support is up to £4,582 in 2026/27, depending on household income.
For courses starting before 1 January 2027, the Tuition Fee Loan has no upper age limit. If you are 60 or over at the start of the first academic year, eligible full-time living-cost support is up to £4,582 in 2026/27, depending on household income.
Most courses starting on or after 1 January 2027 use the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE). You must be under 60 on the first day of the course to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. At 60 or over, an additional living-cost loan may be available: we review this with you.
Previous study does not rule you out: it depends on what you studied, whether you received UK funding and the course. We review it with you.
Student Finance England makes the decision. We help you check.Official source
Course funding does not guarantee individual approval or a particular amount.
To receive a Maintenance Loan you normally need regular in-person classes during the week. A course offering only weekend attendance does not normally meet these requirements. Before enrolling, confirm the timetable and any applicable exceptions with the provider and Student Finance England.
The provider will check that you meet the English requirements for this course, whether you are a Home or international student. Declaring your level does not replace their assessment.
Arden offers academic-skills and English-language support, success coaches, careers guidance, wellbeing and disability services, and individually assessed adjustments. Financial guidance and eligible-student hardship support are available; funding is not automatic.
Sources and review
Academic information reviewed: 2026-10-21
Catalogue availability and curriculum/salary evidence are checked on separate dates.
