Business Management Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA

Are you dreaming of a career in the dynamic world of business? Do you want to make your mark (and your millions) in a fast-paced, ever-evolving industry? Our Business Management Foundation Degree is designed for aspiring professionals like you!

This course offers a solid foundation in key business principles, equipping you with the essential skills and knowledge to thrive in the competitive business industry.

You will have the opportunity to work on live briefs with companies like Citizens Advice Gateshead to conduct client analysis and suggest trial working solutions to improve business outcomes, and Elanders to assess their ecommerce sector and produce business comparator reports. You will even benefit from work experience opportunities, with past students completing work experience at global organisations like Sage. 

You will also learn from guest speakers like Carl Swansbury, Head of Corporate Finance at Ryecroft Glen, who shares his personal journey and insights.

The course blends practical application with theoretical study, covering marketing, finance, leadership, and management. Whether you're looking to advance to a senior role or continue to an honours or master’s degree, this is the perfect start to your journey.

Developed in collaboration with local and national employers, this degree gives you a competitive edge in securing your first graduate job.

This degree is an approved Higher Technical Qualification quality marked by Skills England.

Want to build your career in business but need a study option that fits around work and life? Our FdA Business Management (Evening) degree delivers the same high‑quality content as the daytime course, taught in a flexible format designed for busy learners.

You’ll gain a solid grounding in key business areas such as marketing, finance, leadership and management, while applying your learning to real industry projects. Previous students have worked on live briefs with organisations such as Citizens Advice Gateshead and Elanders, and have secured work experience opportunities with major employers including Sage.

You’ll also hear from guest speakers like Carl Swansbury, Head of Corporate Finance at Ryecroft Glen, who brings valuable industry insight straight into the classroom.\
Developed with input from local and national employers, this evening programme helps you build the practical skills and confidence needed for progression into management roles or further study, including honours or master's-level pathways, all without interrupting your daytime commitments.

This degree is an approved Higher Technical Qualification quality‑marked by Skills England.