On our 1-Year Top-Up programme, you can study the level 6 modules of our BA Business Management course, which is rated 3rd in London.
DURATION: 1-YEAR | IN-PERSON | LONDON
Full time: £9,790 | Funding available
BA (Hons) Business Management, 1-Year Top-Up
1-Year Top-Up
Apply now to start in October 2026
Duration
1 year
Study mode
Full-time, Lectures, seminars and workshops 3 days per week
Start date
October
Awarding Body
Birkbeck, University of London
Tuition fees
Home: £9,790
Location
Taught at our Central London campus
UCAS code
BM01
Entry Requirements
Pearson or SQA HND in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent qualification at Level 5 within the discipline.
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What’s it like studying business management
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I knew I could grow my skillset in this institute. Through my years of study here, I have learned a lot of things about Business Management, they are really rich modules. Bloomsbury changed my mindset massively, and helped me understand exactly what I wanted to do with my future.
SAYEFALDEEN SULEIMAN
BA Business Management student
How do top-up degrees work?
Step 1
You will need to have studied Level 4 and Level 5 qualifications in order to qualify for a Top-Up degree; this could be the first two years of a 3-Year undergraduate course or an equivelant qualification.
Step 2
Apply for a Top-Up degree at Bloomsbury Institute and you can study our unique and career-focussed Level 6 curriculum at our Central London campus.
Step 3
After just one year of studying with us, you will graduate with a Bloomsbury Institute degree, awarded by Birbeck, University of London.
Course Modules
To complete your degree, you must earn a total of 120 credits by completing four Level 6 modules, each worth 30 credits.
Core Module (term 1)
The following module is core and mandatory for all students at Level 6:
• BUS6A3: Applied Business Strategy
Degree Specialisation (term 1 and term 2)
You will select two further Level 6 modules of your choice to specialise your degree.
Final Optional Module (term 1 and term 2)
For your fourth module, you must choose one of the following three options, which will be studied across both terms:
• BUS6A10: Business Project
• BUS6A11: Internship (Note: This is not available to international students).
• BUS6A12: Independent Learning Module (This is subject to formal approval from the Course Leader).
Applied Business Strategy
This module hones in on business strategy, management theories and concepts so that you can apply a range of tools to conduct strategic audits of organisations and their environment. How to justify sustainable strategies for organisations and produce an implementation plan are all covered in the Applied Business Strategy module.
Assessment
| Literature review | 40% |
| Report | 60% |
Digital Marketing
(Marketing Specialisation)
Critical evaluation of digital technologies’ and digital marketing tools’ impact on business activities form the basis of this module. You will learn how to examine and critically evaluate the importance of digital analytics in business performance and apply various tools to develop responsible, sustainable and ethical digital marketing campaigns. Evaluating the effectiveness of digital marketing campaigns is also covered in this module.
Assessment
| Written assignment | 40% |
| Simulation | 60% |
Human Resource and the Business
(Human Resource Management Specialisation)
This module considers the relationship between Human Resources and organisations’ business goals and objectives. You will discuss and critically evaluate Human Resources’ role in leading change within a business. Workforce planning and development practices are explored in the module, as are critically evaluating the appropriateness of HR policies and strategies within a changing environment and how this meets the interests of a range of stakeholders.
Assessment
| Portfolio | 70% |
| Presentation | 30% |
Innovation and Business Planning for Entrepreneurs
(Entrepreneurship Specialisation)
For this module, you will evaluate the feasibility of a business idea by developing a business plan for a start-up venture. You will select and apply appropriate techniques to deliver an effective business pitch.
Assessment
| Portfolio | 50% |
| Report | 50% |
Advanced Marketing with Consumer Behaviour
(Marketing specialisation)
This module equips you with a powerful set of tools to take your marketing prowess to the next level. You will explore the latest in marketing and consumer research, as well as delve into consumer behaviour concepts. You’ll be able to skillfully critique and dissect the intricacies of strategic marketing decisions, and emerge with the ability to craft sustainable and effective marketing recommendations.
Assessment
| Portfolio | 50% |
| Group project | 50% |
Applied Human Resource Management
(Human Resource Management specialisation)
By the end of this module, you’ll have a comprehensive understanding of the crucial role HR plays in business success. You will learn:
- How to skillfully navigate the most pressing issues facing modern businesses
- Critical techniques to evaluate management practices and find innovative solutions to improve performance.
- How to weigh up societal and environmental developments and their impact on the workplace and its people.
With a wide range of practical tools and techniques at your disposal, you’ll be equipped to tackle real-world HR challenges with confidence and promote best practices in any situation.
Assessment
| Portfolio | 50% |
| Coursework | 50% |
Business Development for Entrepreneurs
(Entrepreneurship specialisation)
This module provides the skills and knowledge to take organisations to new heights. You’ll learn how to evaluate different approaches to achieving growth and discover how to identify sustainable opportunities for development. You’ll also consider how to achieve this growth by assessing the resources you need, and managing the risks associated with growing a business. You will then amalgamate all of this into your own business growth plan.
Assessment
| Portfolio | 50% |
| Report | 50% |
Business Project
For this module, you will put your degree to the test by diving into a complex business management investigative project of your choice. You’ll have the opportunity to showcase your skills and apply everything you’ve learned to analyse your topic from every angle. From choosing the best research methods to justifying your strategy, you’ll need to apply the right methodology for the job.
With your arsenal of theoretical frameworks, you’ll critically evaluate all the information you have gathered to draw powerful conclusions and propose feasible solutions to business problems.
Assessment
| Research proposal | 10% |
| Project | 90% |
Internship
Jumpstart your career and gain practical, real-life experience in the business world. You’ll have the chance to identify and tackle relevant, real-life business issues and expand your knowledge and understanding through the practical application of business theory on your Internship module.
With your academic knowledge and understanding, you’ll be able to transfer your skills to real-life situations, critically evaluate, and apply your newfound knowledge to produce a project report. As you reflect on your work-based business practice, you’ll see how academic knowledge and understanding underpin everything you do.
Assessment
| Written assignment | 70% |
| Reflective practice | 30% |
Independent Learning Module
Take the reins of your own learning journey, in this module, you’ll have the freedom to explore a topic of your choice. You’ll learn how to negotiate, plan, and conduct a comprehensive study and assignment in your area of interest. With your newfound skills, you’ll become a critical thinker, able to identify and evaluate complex issues from multiple perspectives and synthesise compelling arguments to support your conclusions, solutions, or recommendations. This module proves your ability to evaluate and apply knowledge so that you’re able to communicate your findings with confidence and impact.
Assessment
| Written assignment | 20% |
| Written assignment | 80% |
Should you wish to do so, you can graduate with BA (Hons) Business Management (Marketing), BA (Hons) Business Management (Entrepreneurship) or BA (Hons) Business Management (Human Resource Management) by selecting relevant Level 6 modules.
BA (Hons) Business Management (Marketing)
To receive BA (Hons) Business Management (Marketing), you must complete the following two Level 6 modules:
- Digital Marketing
- Advanced Marketing with Consumer Behaviour
BA (Hons) Business Management (Entrepreneurship)
If you wish to graduate with BA (Hons) Business Management (Entrepreneurship), you must complete the following two Level 6 modules:
- Innovation and Business Planning for Entrepreneurs
- Business Development for Entrepreneurs
BA (Hons) Business Management (Human Resource Management)
You can graduate with BA (Hons) Business Management (Human Resource Management), by completing the following two Level 6 modules:
- Human Resource and the Business
- Applied Human Resource Management
Assessments
We use oral assessments, presentations, simulations, group, and individual, projects in addition to traditional assessment methods (examinations and coursework) so that you can explore and express your abilities in different ways. Assessments are not just a way of assessing whether something has been learned, but an opportunity to develop skills that will equip you in your future life and career.
Why study with us?
Support and development
We pride ourselves on supporting each and every student on an individual basis. Disabilities, long-term medical conditions, or specific learning difficulties are never barriers to success at Bloomsbury Institute.
Student Guild
Our Student Guild is here to support you, enhance your experience and represent your views. The Guild is student-led so get involved and help improve the Bloomsbury experience for you and fellow students.
The Bloomsbury Institute difference
Work experience on course
Students build up their hours on course, for example via Bloomsbury Law Clinic.
Based in Central London
In the heart of London’s education quarter, with access to Birkbeck’s vast library and resources.
Support to find work
As soon as International students are enrolled on the pre-sessional programme or their degree course, they will have access to Student Circus, providing a wealth of vacancies, support, employability courses and resources.
International Student visa
The Student visa entitles students to work 20 hours per week, full-time during vacation, and on successful course completion they receive a further two-year Graduate visa.
Applicants require:
- Applicants require a Pearson or SQA HND in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent qualification at Level 5 within the discipline
- Applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set) or equivalent
- If you do not meet these requirements, you may be considered as a non-standard applicant.
Applicants require:
- Diploma / Technical Diploma / Grade 14
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Brevet de Technicie Supérieur
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- TÃtulo de Técnico Profesional
- TÃtulo de / TÃtulo de Técnico Superior
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diploma
- Associate Degree
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Bachelor Degree (when studied for 2 or 3 years)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Indian School Certificate (Year 12)
- Diploma (from a TVET Institution)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
- TÃtulo de Auxiliar Técnico
- TÃtulo de Técnico (Ensino Médio)
- Curso Superior de Formação EspecifÃca
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Técnico Superior
- Técnico Universitario
- Grado de Bachiller (when studied for 2 years)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Técnico Profesional
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diplomado
- Técnico Superior
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Al-Azhar Training Diploma
- Diploma from Technical / Commercial / Industrial / Health institutes
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Técnico en [Subject Area]
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Ghana Education Service: Diploma in Business Studies
- University Certificate or Diploma
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Técnico (Universitario) / Diplomado
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE)
- Diploma in General Studies
- Foundation Diploma / Diploma of Foundation Studies
- Professional Diploma (from the Vocational Training Council)
- Diploma (from the Vocational Training Council or a Polytechnic)
- Diploma Yi Jin
- Advanced Diploma
- Higher Certificate
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- India Standard XII Central Government Boards: 65%
- Council for Indian School Certificate Examination (CISCE)
- Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)India Standard XII State Boards: 70%
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Ijazah – Sekolah Menengah Kejuruan / Madrasah Aliyah Kejuruan (when studied for 4 years or more)
- Diploma I (D1)
- Diploma II (D2)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require
- High School Diploma – Theoretical Stream
- High School Diploma – Technical and Vocational Stream
- High School Diploma – Work and Knowledge Stream
- First Degree Technician’s Certificate
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diploma of Technician
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Community College Diploma
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diploma / Certificate from PAAET College
- Diploma / Certificate from PAAET Institute
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diplôme de Technicien Supérieur
- Diplôme Universitaire de Technologie
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Certificate
- Diploma
- DVM
- Foundation in [Subject Area]
- Matrikulasi
- STPM
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- International Advanced (A) Level / Higher Secondary School Certificate
- Diploma / Advanced Diploma
- Foundation Studies Level II
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- International Advanced (A) Level / Higher Secondary School Certificate
- Diploma / Advanced Diploma
- Foundation Studies Level II
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diplome du Baccalauréat Technique with a minimum of 10 points (out of 20)
- Attestation du Baccalauréat with a minimum of 14 points (out of 20)
- International Baccalaureate with a minimum of 24 points
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Associate Degree / Diploma (when studied for 2 years or more)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diploma (CTEVT)
- Diploma (Tribhuvan University)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- National Diploma
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Post School Diploma
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Please note
At present, we are unable to offer Student Route visa sponsorship for Top-Up programmes to applicants applying from Pakistan. This is due to current student-visa compliance considerations and sponsor-licence obligations. This policy is reviewed regularly.
Applicants require:
- Técnico (Superior) en [Subject Area]
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diploma / Associate (when studied for 2 years or more)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Associate Degree
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diploma from a Technical College / Vocational Institute
- Diploma from a Health College / Institute
- Associate Degree
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- NUS High School Diploma
- Singapore / Cambridge GCE A Level
- Higher National ITE Certificate (Higher NITEC)
- Polytechnic Certificate
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
- Advanced Certificate
- Higher Certificate (Level 5)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Associate Degree / Junior College Diploma (when studied for 2 years)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diploma from a Higher Institution
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Vocational High School Diploma
- Associate Degree / Junior College Diploma
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Certificate of Vocational Education (Paw Waw Chaw)
- Certificate of Higher Vocational Education (Paw Waw Saw)
- Associate Degree / Diploma
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diplôme d’Études Supérieures de Technologie (DEST)
- Brevet de Technicien Supérieur
- Diplôme Universitaire d’Études Littéraires (DUEL) / Scientifiques (DUES)
- Diplôme d’Études Universitaire de Premier Cycle (DEUPC)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Associate Degree (Ön-Lisans Diplomasi)
- Master Trainer Certificate (Usta Öğreticilik Belgesi)
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Higher College of Technology Diploma
- Higher College of Technology Advanced Diploma
- University Diploma
- Associate Degree
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Intermediate Professional Education Diploma
- Vocational Intermediate Diploma
- Associate Degree
- Vocational College Diploma / Vocational Associate Degree
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
Applicants require:
- Diploma (from a University)
- Higher Diploma (from a Community College)
- Certificate in Technical Education
- International applicants for whom English is a second language require IELTS for UKVI Academic at 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each skill sub-set). We also accept the Password Skills Plus Test.
How the application process works
Step 1
Complete the application form to let us know which course you would like to study and your existing qualifications.
Step 2
Apply for Student Finance as soon as you have submitted your application to avoid delays.
Step 3
You will be offered a place if you meet the entry requirements, or, invited to an Admissions Assessment.
Step 4
International applicants are issued a CAS or may take a Pre-CAS Interview in order to gain a Student visa.
Step 5
Welcome to Bloomsbury Institute! Enrolment and Induction take place the week before your studies begin.
Choose a start date
Home students
£9,790
Home student fees apply to students who do not require a Student Visa to study in the UK (e.g. UK and Irish citizens; EU citizens with settled or pre-settled status).
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