Completed a business foundation degree and want to gain a full qualification? It’s time to top up your degree with our online BA (Hons) Business and Management (Top-up).
The University of Essex Business School is proud to hold AACSB accreditation, which covers this course. In this blog post, we delve into the benefits of the course and why this top-up degree could be the next step for you.
Who’s the BA (Hons) Business and Management (Top-up) for and how does it work?
A top-up degree is equivalent to the final year of an undergraduate degree and is designed for those who’ve previously completed a Foundation degree or equivalent. By studying this course, you’ll have the opportunity to gain a full Bachelors degree in just 16 months and receive an internationally recognised qualification. Any previous qualification you’re using to gain entry onto a top-up course must be relevant.
What will I learn?
During your studies, you’ll explore a range of topics including the key elements of the global business environment, business strategy, key data collection techniques and analysis procedures. You’ll also have the opportunity to tailor your studies to specific interests with our optional modules – including Business Law, Business Finance and eBusiness Marketing.
Throughout the course, you’ll enhance your interpersonal skills which will help you to become an effective leader in the future. You’ll also develop strong communication, teamwork, negotiation and conflict resolution skills – useful for roles within multinational companies.
What are the benefits of studying online?
Our 100% online, part-time BA (Hons) Business and Management (Top-Up) allows you the flexibility and convenience to study from anywhere in the world. You’ll enjoy access to lecturecasts, discussion forums, reading materials and more via our cutting-edge virtual learning environment (VLE) which can be accessed on any device, at any time.
Even though you’ll be studying online, you’ll still receive assistance from our friendly Student Support team from the beginning, as well as academic support from our module tutors. Typically, you’ll need to dedicate a minimum of 15-20 hours of study per module, per week. It’s possible to complete your studies faster than the indicative course duration by doubling up on modules at certain times; however, minimum study durations do apply.
Where can the course take me?
On successful completion of your degree, you’ll gain various transferable skills which can be applied to most fields to help you secure a management position. Graduates can choose to pursue roles within finance, consultancy, project management, advertising or marketing.
You can also further your education and use this degree as a stepping stone to future postgraduate studies.
Why choose Essex Online?
- We’ve been rated Gold in the Times Higher Education (THE) Online Learning Rankings 2024 for excellence in online learning
- Top up your foundation degree in as little as 16 months
- Join a global community, with students from over 140 countries worldwide
- Receive your certificate from the University of Essex, one of the top 25 universities in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2025)
To find out more about the BA (Hons) Business and Management (Top-Up), download a prospectus today! If you have any queries about online study, get in touch with our friendly Admissions team.