Course overview
A one-year Certificate of Higher Education that combines business management theory with practical skills — ideal for career-changers, working professionals and anyone starting out in business.
It runs over two semesters with core and elective modules, blended online and on-campus learning, and career support such as CV workshops and interview preparation. Afterwards you can progress to a full bachelor’s degree.
What you’ll study
Semester 1
- Business Management Overview
- Principles of Marketing
- Introduction to Financial Accounting
Semester 2
- Human Resource Management
- Operations Management
- Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Elective: Business Law (contracts, employment law, corporate governance)
Entry requirements
- Five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English and maths (or equivalent)
- Relevant work experience may be considered case by case
- IELTS 6.0 if English is not your first language
- A personal statement; an interview may be required
Career paths
- Business Administrator
- Marketing Assistant
- HR Assistant
- Operations Coordinator
- Entrepreneur
- Progression to a bachelor’s degree
How UEC helps
Our advisers are free for students. We check your eligibility, match you with the right partner university or college, help with your application and interview, and guide you through Student Finance. Exact modules, campuses and start dates depend on the institution — book a free consultation and we’ll confirm the details for you.
