Foundation Diploma in Business Management
Foundation Diploma in Business Management offered by the Institute of Business Administration is a foundation-level programme designed for students who wish to build essential knowledge in business, management, communication, accounting, marketing, IT and study skills.
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The programme is suitable for learners who aim to progress to higher diploma, diploma or undergraduate-level business studies. It helps students develop basic academic, professional and practical business skills for further study and career development.
Programme Objectives
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To provide students with fundamental business and management knowledge that will enable them to:
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Understand the nature and purpose of business organisations;
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Develop basic business communication and study skills;
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Gain introductory knowledge of marketing, accounting, mathematics and IT;
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Apply basic business concepts to real-world situations;
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Prepare for progression to higher-level business qualifications.
Course Structure
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FBM101 Introduction to Business
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FBM102 Business Communication Skills
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FBM103 Principles of Marketing
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FBM104 Introduction to Accounting
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FBM105 Business Mathematics & Statistics
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FBM106 IT for Business
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FBM107 Customer Service & Operations
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FBM108 Study Skills & Personal Development
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Delivery Mode
The programme is delivered through online learning, supported by learning materials, tutor guidance and assignment-based assessment.
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Assessment Method
There are no final examinations. Students are assessed through:
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Written assignments
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Case study tasks
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Online learning activities
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Individual project-based coursework
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Recognition
Graduates of Institute of Business Administration qualifications may be eligible to apply for Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) opportunities with MKNCC Global.
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Subject to assessment and approval, learners may be awarded the GA Level 3 International Foundation Diploma in Business and Management awarded by Gatehouse Awards. This recognition pathway supports students in progressing towards internationally recognised UK qualifications and further academic advancement.