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If you're a UK applicant wanting to study full-time starting in September, you must apply via UCAS unless otherwise specified. If you're an international applicant wanting to study full-time, you can choose to apply via UCAS or directly to the University.
If you're applying for part-time study, you should apply directly to the University. If you require a Student visa, please be aware that you will not be able to study as a part-time student at undergraduate level.
Why study this course?
This dynamic programme is designed to equip you with essential business acumen and management skills, preparing you for a successful career in the ever-evolving business world. The flexibility of this course allows you to tailor your studies to specialise in an area of your choice, depending on which modules you choose.
By studying a comprehensive curriculum that covers key business areas including marketing, finance and strategic management, you will gain a strong foundation in essential business skills. These skills include critical thinking and problem-solving, communication and teamwork, research and analytical skills, time management and organisation, and academic writing and referencing.
You'll also benefit from hands-on learning experiences, industry insights, and the opportunity to work on real-world projects. Our experienced faculty, who are experts in their fields, will guide you through the latest business theories and practices.
Accelerate your journey towards being a London Met graduate
After completing this course, you will be in the perfect position to enter a wide range of our Business courses at year 2 out of 3
Choose modules to suit your ambitions
There are many optional modules on this course, allowing you to specialise in the industry sector that most interests you
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Course details
We offer flexibility and welcome applications from students without conventional entry requirements. We take into account any alternative qualifications or other experience you may have.
All students on the course will need to complete and pass an Introduction to Higher Education which will give you a taste of the course to come, allow you to engage with our virtual learning environment and experience the timetabled hours of your programme. Once you’ve passed this introduction you will continue your studies.
Please note: these entry requirements are currently under a review and may be subject to change. Please contact us if you need any further details.
Accreditation of Prior Learning
Any university-level qualifications or relevant experience you gain prior to starting university could count towards your course at London Met. Find out more about applying for Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL).
English language requirements
To study a degree at London Met, you must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. If you require a Student visa (previously Tier 4) you may need to provide the results of a Secure English Language Test (SELT) such as Academic IELTS. This course requires you to meet our standard requirements.
If you need (or wish) to improve your English before starting your degree, the University offers a Pre-sessional Academic English course to help you build your confidence and reach the level of English you require.
Business Management offers both formative and summative assessment that take a variety of formats which could include, coursework, competing reflective journal entries, portfolios, blogs, essays, in class tests, group presentations, business reports, problem-based activities, practice-based projects, group research projects, videos, computer-based tests, business simulations or by submitting longer written pieces. Feedback is provided on both formative and summative in keeping with the University guidelines.
Students are encouraged to engage in a dialogue through feed forward activities with staff on assessments. The aim is to encourage engagement support and constructive guidance from academic staff. This is also to facilitate and to ensure that assessment have an effective developmental impact on student learning and allow the student to reflect on their learning.
The University operates a marking and moderation processes that are both rigorous and transparent to assure that:
Student work is assessed on a fair basis;
- Students are provided with supportive and appropriate feedback;
- Academic standards in relation to student work and final awards are maintained;
- Where possible work will be marked anonymously. The marking process on the course involves first marker who has responsibility for giving formal feedback and making an initial assessment of the standard and a provisional mark.
Once you have completed your CertHE you will be able to continue onto one of several of our degree courses, entering at year 2 of 3 years, allowing you to accelerate your progress towards becoming a graduate of London Metropolitan University. Courses you will be able to join include:
- Accounting and Finance
- Airline, Airport and Aviation Management
- Business Management
- Business Management and Human Resource Management
- Business Management and Marketing
- Economics
- Events Management
- Fashion Marketing and Business Management
- International Business Management
- Travel and Tourism Management
Strong leadership skills are a key asset in any business, making this programme an excellent choice for those aspiring to succeed in business management. The Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE) in Business Management integrates leadership training within a broad business curriculum, ensuring that students can apply their knowledge in real-world settings.
As a stand-alone qualification, the CertHE provides a Level 4 certification, equipping you with valuable skills to support your job applications across various sectors. If you choose to leave after completing the one-year CertHE, you’ll still walk away with a recognised qualification that enhances your career prospects.
This programme opens doors to diverse career opportunities, including business development, marketing, human resources, management consultancy, project management, and investment. Our students progress onto roles including Chartered Accountants, Project managers, Business and Creative Industry Executives, as well as further study options here at London Met. Additionally, your CertHE can serve as a stepping stone to progress directly into the second year of one of our related degree programmes.
If you study your undergraduate degree with us, as a graduate of London Met, you'll be entitled to a 20% discount on a postgraduate course if you continue your studies with us.
* exclusions apply
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How to apply
If you're a UK applicant wanting to study full-time starting in September, you must apply via UCAS unless otherwise specified. If you're an international applicant wanting to study full-time, you can choose to apply via UCAS or directly to the University.
If you're applying for part-time study, you should apply directly to the University. If you require a Student visa, please be aware that you will not be able to study as a part-time student at undergraduate level.
When to apply
UCAS accepts applications for full-time courses starting in September from one year before the start of the course. Our UCAS institution code is L68.
If you will be applying direct to the University you are advised to apply as early as possible as we will only be able to consider your application if there are places available on the course.
To find out when teaching for this degree will begin, as well as welcome week and any induction activities, view our academic term dates.