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.
University of Staffordshire · Stoke-on-Trent
Business Management BSc (Hons) (Top-up)
A one-year final-year top-up for students who already hold a business-related HND, foundation degree or DipHE and want to complete a full honours degree. The programme develops strategy, organisations, leadership, decision-making and responsible management. As a top-up route, it is intended for students who already hold relevant prior higher-education credit and want to complete an honours-level award.
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
- Business-related FdA, HND, DipHE or equivalent
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Bachelor's degree with GPA 3.0/4.0 for courses requiring a 2:2, or GPA 3.3/4.0 for courses requiring a 2:1
- English (IELTS)
- 6.0 overall, 5.5 in each component
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to University of Staffordshire.
- 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 staffs.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 University of Staffordshire before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.