Business Entrepreneurship and Innovation CertHE CertHE

Building enterprise is seen as one of the most effective ways to realize individual promise and spur the economy. Entrepreneurial minds are constantly refining ways to produce and deliver goods and services, develop new products and services, or indeed create new industries. Preliminary research shows how vital entrepreneurial thinking is to this process, driving our national prosperity.<br/><br/>Whether you want to launch your own business or change an existing organisation, this programme immerses you in the world of creative business thinking. You will develop your entrepreneurial and creative skills and apply them to real-world situations.<br/><br/>Taught by lecturers with industry experience, this course will hone your key competences as you study core topics that cut across business and entrepreneurial practice. Innovative modules will teach you relevant knowledge and equip you with practical skills.<br/><br/>This qualification, awarded by De Montfort University, offers one year of study to achieve a Certificate in Higher Education with the option to top up to an undergraduate degree in Business Entrepreneurship and Innovation. A top up to a BA degree requires an additional two years of full time study at De Montfort University.<br/><br/>Key features<br/><br/>Study a stimulating, challenging and interesting programme, designed to arm you with vital skills and competencies in preparation for business and or life at university.<br/>Create a feasible and compelling solution to a new business venture within a specific market.<br/>Benefit from the expertise of our lecturers, many of whom have worked in business and bring real-world experience into the classroom.<br/>Guest lectures from business experts add real value to your experiential learning.<br/>Benefit from block teaching, where most students study one subject at a time. A simple timetable will allow you to really engage with your learning, receive regular feedback and assessments, get to know your course mates and enjoy a better study-life balance.<br/>UK EU/INTERNATIONAL<br/>Location: Leicester College<br/><br/>Institution code: D26<br/><br/>UCAS course code: N10050<br/><br/>Duration: 12 months<br/><br/>Fees and funding: 2024/25: £6,165<br/><br/>Find out more about tuition fees and available funding.<br/><br/>Find out more about additional costs and optional extras associated with this course.<br/><br/>Entry criteria<br/>Applicants should normally have as a minimum one of the following:<br/><br/>32 points from at least one A Level.<br/>Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma PP.<br/>Applicants with other qualifications will be considered. Applications from mature students with relevant work experience and evidence of recent academic study are welcomed. Applicants should normally offer GCSE passes in English and Mathematics at grades 4/C or above, or equivalent qualifications at Level 2 or above.<br/><br/>English language<br/><br/>If English is not your first language, an IELTS core of 6.0 (including a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent is normally required.

DMU are committed to helping every student reach their potential, whatever that might be.<br/><br/>At DMU, you'll be part of a diverse and welcoming student community. You'll also study and live at their city centre campus with everything on your doorstep. DMU is situated in the heart of Leicester, a student city rich in culture, diversity and named sixth most vibrant city in the UK (Top Cities Vibrancy Report, 2023).<br/><br/>DMU understand that university is just the beginning, and strive to empower you in your future career. With guaranteed work experience opportunities, their award-winning careers and employability team is on-hand to give you the support and guidance you need to pursue your dream career.<br/><br/>It's a great time to be at DMU. You can experience their innovative new block teaching and learning delivery that allows students to focus on one subject at a time, instead of several at once, with more regular assessments and a better study‑life balance.