BSc (Hons) Business Management (Enterprise) (top-up) University of Bolton

Course Overview

Business management qualifications are crucial for unlocking new career opportunities and advancing within your current role. Our program is designed to build upon your existing foundation degree or HND-level knowledge, guiding you toward achieving a BSc (Hons) Business Management (Enterprise) (top-up) degree. You will delve into advanced topics such as business management, company law, and marketing, all aimed at enhancing your professional skills and boosting your employability.

By expanding on your previous studies, you will explore essential areas for entrepreneurship, including e-commerce, marketing strategies, company law, and financial reporting for management. This honours-level program will also provide you with insights into strategic management, as well as critical inquiry and research skills that will elevate the quality of your work. As a graduate, you will also earn the CMI Level 5 Award in Leadership and Management, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.

A key focus of this dynamic and flexible program is to enhance your employability. Through real-life case studies, guest lectures, and industry visits, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the business landscape and the expectations of employers across local, national, and international contexts. We aim to cultivate essential skills such as communication, data analysis, time management, teamwork, and problem-solving, making you a valuable asset to any organization.

Additionally, our program emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning, empowering you to take charge of your professional development and maximize your potential for future success.

Key Features

Vibrant Learning Environment: Study in our lively Institute of Management, located in the heart of Bolton town centre, providing a dynamic backdrop for your education.
Personalized Support: Benefit from small group and tutorial teaching, ensuring you receive excellent support from our dedicated teaching staff.
Industry Insights: We frequently invite guest speakers from senior industry positions, allowing you to gain valuable insights and advice directly from experienced professionals.
Accessible Course Materials: Course materials are available online, enabling you to prepare for classes at home and fully engage in our interactive in-class sessions.
Research-Driven Curriculum: Our teaching integrates contemporary research findings, providing a solid academic foundation for your business management studies.
Skill Development: Our dedicated team will assist you in developing critical thinking and research skills, which you can apply in your final year dissertation or work-based project if you’re employed in a relevant field.
Enjoyable Local Experience: Studying with us offers the chance to explore Bolton’s vibrant shops, bars, restaurants, and leisure facilities. Plus, nearby Manchester boasts a rich multicultural atmosphere and lively city life, while the Northwest of England is celebrated for its stunning countryside, coastline, and cultural heritage.

Entry Requirements

To enroll in this program, you should typically have a relevant Level HE5 qualification, such as a foundation degree (FdA/FdSc) or an HND in Business Management. Alternatively, a recognized professional qualification at an equivalent level may also be acceptable.

You may be required to attend an interview and/or submit a portfolio of your work as part of the application process.

If English is not your first language, you will need to achieve an IELTS score of 6.0, with no less than 5.5 in any individual band (or an equivalent qualification). We also accept a variety of other English language qualifications—please visit our English Language Requirements webpage for more information.

Career Opportunities

Our dual award BSc (Hons) Business Management (Enterprise) (top-up) course is designed to deepen your understanding of business functions at the honours level and develop your expertise in key areas essential for entrepreneurship and launching new ventures.

This program provides a pathway into general management as well as the specialized field of business enterprise. As a graduate, you’ll have opportunities in various sectors, including business accounting and finance, human resource management, marketing, law, retail, and supply chain management. The dual qualification you earn upon successful completion is tailored to enhance your employability in your chosen area of management.

In addition to fostering academic and sector-specific knowledge, the program emphasizes the development of crucial employability skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and data analysis. Overall, this course aims to equip you with the skills necessary to thrive and adapt in today’s ever-changing work environment.

Completing your honours-level studies will be instrumental in helping you achieve your career aspirations.

What Can I Do with This Qualification?

Graduates with specialized enterprise knowledge, coupled with a broad understanding of business operations, enjoy a competitive advantage in the job market or in self-employment. As a graduate of this course, you will be prepared for a variety of roles across public, private, and voluntary sectors.

Your understanding of business processes, risk assessment, and profitability will be particularly valuable in advisory roles focused on enterprise matters. You may also choose to pursue a career as an entrepreneur. Alternatively, you can embark on careers in areas such as:

Retail Management
Human Resources
Marketing
Customer Service Management
Advertising
Merchandising
Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Accountancy

You may also opt for further study to specialize in a particular area. Numerous postgraduate and professional development courses are available in fields such as law, marketing, finance, human resources, computing, and international business management. Pursuing an MBA is another viable option.

Alternative Career Paths

Graduates can use this qualification as a stepping stone into various other careers, keeping in mind that some roles may require relevant experience or additional postgraduate study. Potential alternative career paths include:

Hotel and Leisure Management
Public Relations
Financial Management
Information Systems
Market Research Analysis
Product Management
Health Policy and Information
Purchasing
Teaching and Education
Media (TV, Film, Online, Newspaper, Magazine)
Self-Employment
Banking
Auditing and Quality Assurance
Project Management
Risk and Insurance

This degree opens doors to a wide range of opportunities, allowing you to pursue a fulfilling career in your area of interest.

Modules

The modules listed below may be a mixture of compulsory and optional. You may not have the opportunity to study all the modules shown as part of the course.