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BA Business and Management Top-Up Degree in Birmingham

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration1 year
DeliveryClassroom based
Start21 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Contact South & City College Birmingham for more info.

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About this course

BA Business and Management Top-Up Degree in Birmingham. Classes run at South and City College Birmingham Digbeth Campus, full-time during the day. Fees vary depending on your circumstances. Call 0121 694 5001 or visit the website for full fee information.

The course is awarded by Birmingham Newman University. It is designed for people who already hold an HND, foundation degree, or equivalent business qualification and want to progress to an honours degree. Over one year, you'll deepen your business knowledge, sharpen your critical thinking, and develop practical management skills.

You'll finish with a BA (Hons) in Business and Management.

Who this course is for

Awarded by Birmingham Newman University, this course is for individuals who have successfully completed an HND, foundation degree, or a comparable qualification in a business-related field and wish to gain an honours degree. This course offers a comprehensive expansion of your current expertise. You'll not only enhance your existing knowledge but also cultivate practical skills and critical thinking within the business sphere. Our aim is to equip you with the necessary competencies to advance your career within the industry.

Entry requirements

Aged 18 or above by August 31 of the course's academic year with a merit profile in a foundation degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent with business content. Overseas qualifications need to meet these criteria, with English IELTS Level 6+. Those with alternative qualifications or work experience can seek recognition of prior learning (RPL) as per Newman University's admissions policy (Newman 2017: 3) and include a documented portfolio of evidence for credit transfer.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced critical thinking skills applied to real business problems.
  • You'll analyse business strategy and how organisations make decisions.
  • You'll build on your existing management knowledge at honours degree level.
  • You'll explore leadership, ethics, and professional practice in business contexts.
  • You'll strengthen your research and analytical skills through academic study.
  • You'll apply business theory to practical workplace scenarios.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at the Digbeth Campus, full-time over one year. Learning is delivered in line with Birmingham Newman University's academic framework. Assessment methods are set by the university and may include written assignments, reports, presentations, and research projects. The centre will confirm the full assessment schedule before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South and City College Birmingham Digbeth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business manager, leads teams and oversees day-to-day operations.
  • Operations manager, manages processes and resources across a business.
  • Project manager, plans and delivers projects within budget and on time.
  • Marketing manager, develops and runs campaigns to grow a business.
  • HR manager, oversees recruitment, staff development, and workplace policy.
  • Business development manager, finds new opportunities and grows client relationships.

What you could study next

  • Postgraduate Certificate in Business Administration, a step toward a full MBA for those wanting to specialise further.
  • MBA (Master of Business Administration), the professional standard for senior management and leadership roles.
  • Chartered Management Institute (CMI) qualifications, recognised by employers for practising managers seeking professional status.
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