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.
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
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
Delivery Mode
The programme is delivered through online learning, supported by learning materials, tutor guidance and assignment-based assessment.
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
Recognition
Graduates of Institute of Business Administration qualifications may be eligible to apply for Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) opportunities with MKNCC Global.
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.