Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Understand how organisations operate and compete.
- Use evidence to make strategic and operational decisions.
- Develop leadership, teamwork and professional communication.
Cardiff Metropolitan University · Cardiff
BA (Hons) Business and Management
A broad business degree covering management, marketing, finance and people. A four-year version (with placement or foundation) is offered; suits students wanting a general business career start.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Business analyst
- Operations manager
- Management consultant
- Business development professional
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Year 1 (3-year degree): good grades in Sri Lankan GCE A-levels, or good O-levels plus a recognised foundation course, or an HND / relevant diploma. Year 0 (4-year degree with foundation): equivalent of 5 GCSEs at grade C or above including Maths and English.
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall
- English alternatives
- Sri Lankan GCE O-level English grade A, or Sri Lankan A-level English pass C (or 50%), may be accepted; medium-of-instruction from listed Sri Lankan institutions is also considered.
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to Cardiff Metropolitan University.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on cardiffmet.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with Cardiff Metropolitan University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.