BSc Business Management and Economics with foundation year
University of Roehampton
Use economic ideas and quantitative analysis to understand markets, policy and business behaviour. Build evidence-based arguments about choices affecting organisations and society.
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For students who want an initial foundation year before progressing through the named degree, subject to progression requirements.
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What you will learn
Published modules
Selected published modules. Options and availability may change between intakes.
Academic Skills and Communication (foundation students only)Foundation
Data Analysis and Research SkillsFoundation
Introduction to Accounting and Finance
The Global Economy
Essential Quantitative Skills
Managerial Decisions & Incentives
Macroeconomics & Policy Interventions
Strategic Management
Contemporary Economic Challenges
Career Project
Put it into practice
Illustrative examples based on these subjects; assessed activities are confirmed by the provider.
Illustrative example: Analyse how a price change affects demand in a simulated dataset and discuss the model’s limitations.
Subject areas
Subject guidance. The exact curriculum for this course variant needs confirmation with the provider.
Economic analysisQuantitative methodsPolicy and business
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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.
Economist
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Use economic theory and data to analyse policy and business decisions.
Starting out
£28,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£60,000
How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.
Analyse datasets and communicate findings for evidence-based decisions.
Starting out
£28,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£65,000
How to get there: Demonstrate the role’s specific software, quantitative or technical skills through practical projects; additional specialist training may be needed beyond this curriculum.
Investigate social questions with qualitative and quantitative research.
Starting out
Not published
Typical reference
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Experienced
Not published
How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.
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.
How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.
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.
How to get there: Build relevant sector experience and a record of delivering projects, budgets or team results; senior responsibility and experienced pay are later-career outcomes.
Analyse companies and markets to inform investment decisions.
Starting out
£28,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£75,000
How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.
Maintain financial records, budgets and payment processes.
Starting out
£26,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£38,000
How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.
Help clients choose suitable financial products and plans.
Starting out
£27,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£67,000
How to get there: Meet the chosen professional body’s examinations, supervised experience and any role-specific authorisation requirements; degree exemptions and membership are not automatic.
Market research data analysts study information and statistics collected through surveys.
Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£50,000
How to get there: Demonstrate the role’s specific software, quantitative or technical skills through practical projects; additional specialist training may be needed beyond this curriculum.
Research customer behaviour and turn findings into business insight.
Starting out
£20,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£36,000
How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.
Assess insurance applications and set cover terms.
Starting out
£27,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£65,000
How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.
Manage public funds and assess financial performance and accountability.
Starting out
£28,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£60,000
How to get there: Meet the chosen professional body’s examinations, supervised experience and any role-specific authorisation requirements; degree exemptions and membership are not automatic.
Use financial information to support planning and management decisions.
Starting out
£30,000
UK median (2025)
£50,062
Experienced
£60,000
How to read the median
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How to get there: Meet the chosen professional body’s examinations, supervised experience and any role-specific authorisation requirements; degree exemptions and membership are not automatic.
Examine records, controls and financial reporting.
Starting out
£28,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£70,000
How to get there: Meet the chosen professional body’s examinations, supervised experience and any role-specific authorisation requirements; degree exemptions and membership are not automatic.
Deliver public services and support government policy and operations.
Starting out
£30,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£45,000
How to get there: Apply subject knowledge through relevant projects and practical experience; check the employer’s technical, professional and recruitment requirements for this occupation.
Build commercial relationships and identify opportunities for growth.
Starting out
£28,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£80,000
How to get there: Build relevant sector experience and a record of delivering projects, budgets or team results; senior responsibility and experienced pay are later-career outcomes.
Select suppliers and negotiate purchasing agreements.
Starting out
£28,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£60,000
How to get there: Build relevant sector experience and a record of delivering projects, budgets or team results; senior responsibility and experienced pay are later-career outcomes.
Coordinate the flow of goods from suppliers to customers.
Starting out
£28,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£50,000
How to get there: Build relevant sector experience and a record of delivering projects, budgets or team results; senior responsibility and experienced pay are later-career outcomes.
Deliver projects by coordinating scope, people, budgets and risks.
Starting out
£29,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£75,000
How to get there: Build relevant sector experience and a record of delivering projects, budgets or team results; senior responsibility and experienced pay are later-career outcomes.
Teach university students and contribute to academic research.
Starting out
£37,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£65,000
How to get there: Develop postgraduate subject expertise, usually a doctorate or equivalent professional standing, teaching experience and a competitive research/practice record; a taught master’s alone is not sufficient.
Foundation Year: £5,760. Years 1 to 3: £9,790 per year
Awarding university
University of Roehampton
Entry requirements and routes
Level 3 64 UCAS Points
English language
ELLT test, No english test for On-site Level 3 holders.
Interview or assessment
No Interview
Classes and attendance
2-3 days a week on campus, 9 am to 3pm
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Funding and support
FUNDING AWAITING CONFIRMATION
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Student Finance England
Tuition fees:To be confirmed
Maintenance:To be confirmed
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. If the course has not been confirmed as LLE-funded, check it with us.
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.
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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.
Roehampton’s Disability and Dyslexia Service explicitly supports autistic students and other disabilities. Confidential appointments can discuss individual adjustments; evidence and eligibility may be required. Contact disabilities@roehampton.ac.uk before study or placements.
Sources and review
Academic information reviewed: 2026-10-21
Catalogue availability and curriculum/salary evidence are checked on separate dates.