BA(Hons) - Business Management (Top-up) University of Derby
Overview
University of Derby (UoD) was named the University of the Year at the UK Social Mobility Awards 2020 best practice and innovation and elevate social mobility as a cause equal to the level of other diversity issues. It has achieved Higher Education Institution of the Year at the 2020 NEON (National Education Opportunities Network) Awards for its contributions to access and participation.
The College of Business, Law and Social Sciences at the University of Derby is internationally recognised for its excellence in teaching, curriculum development, and student experience. The business programmes are designed to meet the expectations of employers worldwide, ensuring that what you learn is relevant, current, and aligned with global business trends.
BA(Hons) – Business Management (Top-up) – BABM equips students with the strategic, operational, and leadership skills needed to thrive in today’s dynamic business world. The University of Derby has a strong track record of delivering impactful business education, and its curriculum has been refined to reflect the demands of modern industries. The course covers key areas such as strategic management, entrepreneurship, innovation, digital transformation, and sustainability, helping students become future-ready business leaders who are confident in driving change and making data-informed decisions.
In BABM, students will explore a broad spectrum of contemporary business management topics. They will learn to critically analyse business problems, adapt to global economic changes, develop innovative business strategies, and lead teams effectively. The course also integrates practical projects and the use of digital tools to prepare graduates for real-world business challenges.
The Basics
Entry Requirements and Intakes
Registered / Accreditation
University of Derby
Structure
Academic
Mode
Full-Time & Part-Time
Program Length
12 Months
Commencement Date(s)
First Working Monday of January, April, July and October
Intake Period
January, April, July, October
Academic Calendar
2025, 2026
The Programme in Depth
Academic Requirements
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AAC Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management; OR
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Other polytechnic Diploma from related fields; OR
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Other private institutions Advanced Diploma (level 5) from related fields (subject to approval from UoD).
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Applicants must be of age 18 and above.
English Proficiency
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IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all areas); OR
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Pearson Test of Academic English: 56; OR
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Cambridge English Scale: B2; OR
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London Tests of English: level 4 for undergraduate courses; OR
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GCE' O' level English (grade C6) or equivalent. (If the medium of instruction in Diploma/Advanced Diploma is English, the student may get a waiver for English proficiency requirement subject to UoD's approval on a case by case basis.)
1:80
Teacher Student Ratio
8:00am – 11:00am /
12:00pm – 3:00pm /
3:15pm – 6:15pm
7.00 pm to 10.00 pm
(part-time)
Mondays – Fridays (excludes Public Holidays)
^Subject to change
School Hours/Timetable
Final Year Degree (Level 6)
Levels
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It is recommended that all the students have their own laptop to ensure a conducive and enhanced learning experience, allowing students to access digital resources, complete assignments efficiently and participate in learning activities.
Other Requirements
Modules Covered
Core
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Global Business and Strategy
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Developing Leadership and Management
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The Business Consultancy Project
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International Entrepreneurship
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Marketing Across Cultures​
Assessment & Grades
ASSESSMENT
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The programme utilises a wide range of formative and summative assessment methods, which are challenging, realistic and meaningful. Feedback is integral to the assessment and the learning and teaching process. Formative assessments are designed to provide self-assessment opportunities, a dialogue between students and staff, and dialogue among students via peer assessment.
Summative assessments provided by UoD are designed to give students the opportunity to demonstrate the meeting of learning outcomes for each module and the overall programme, to achieve the aims of the programme and to provide a coherent learning experience. While ensuring comparability and equity at each level, the methods used also ensure that assessment is increasingly more challenging as students progress through the programme.
Testing knowledge is through various assessment tasks, including essays, exams, reports, case studies, oral presentations, posters, assessments utilising industry case studies, and a sustained piece of independent intellectual work. This approach fosters the development of academic literacy, as well as skills and knowledge. The incorporation of both theoretical and vocational elements will prepare students for the real world and careers beyond graduation.
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Certificate will be awarded by University of Derby.
TESTIMONIALS
KANWAL / HOSPITALITY
HAPPY FORTUNA / HOSPITALITY
DANIEL / HOSPITALITY
