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.
Manchester Metropolitan University · Manchester
BA (Hons) Business Management with Foundation Year
A four-year route into the Business Management degree that starts with a foundation year, for students who do not yet meet direct-entry requirements. The programme develops strategy, organisations, leadership, decision-making and responsible management. It is designed to build the academic and subject foundations needed for later degree study.
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?
- Academic
- Sri Lankan A-levels: at least SS for foundation entry (university-wide guidance)
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Sri Lankan A-levels: three passes meeting the course tariff; where a specific subject is required, 70% or above in that subject. HND holders may enter year 2. Foundation year needs at least SS at A-level
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall, no component below 5.5
- English alternatives
- Sri Lankan O-level English Language at grade C or above accepted as an alternative to IELTS
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to Manchester 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 mmu.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 Manchester Metropolitan University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.