Build the skills, confidence, and practical business knowledge needed to succeed in today’s modern business environment with the Foundation Degree Business and Innovation (FdA).

This two-year Level 5 qualification has been designed to prepare you for a wide range of career opportunities by combining business theory with real-world application. Whether you want to progress within your current role, launch your own business, or continue onto a full undergraduate degree, this course provides a strong foundation for your future success.

Develop Practical Business Skills

Throughout the course, you’ll gain knowledge across key business functions while developing innovative thinking and problem-solving abilities that employers value across industries.

You’ll study topics including:

• Digital Marketing
• Business Innovation
• Finance & Business Operations
• Project Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Leadership & People Management
• Entrepreneurial Thinking
• Workplace Communication & Strategy
  
  

The programme focuses on helping you understand how businesses operate while preparing you to contribute effectively in professional environments.

Career-Focused Learning

This course is designed with employability in mind, helping you build practical workplace skills from the very beginning.

You’ll benefit from:

• Real-World Business Scenarios
• Practical Assignments Instead of Exams
• Industry-Relevant Assessments
• Work-Based Learning Opportunities
• Professional & Academic Skills Development
  
  

The practical approach ensures you can confidently apply your learning in workplace settings and future business roles.

Work-Based Project Experience

A key feature of the course is the work-based project module, where you’ll apply your knowledge within your workplace or a real organisation.

This gives you the opportunity to:

• Solve Real Business Challenges
• Develop Professional Experience
• Strengthen Problem-Solving Skills
• Build Confidence in Business Environments
  
  

Supportive Learning Environment

The course also includes dedicated academic skills support to help students from all educational backgrounds succeed in higher education and professional development.

You’ll build confidence in areas such as:

• Academic Writing & Research
• Communication & Presentation Skills
• Critical Thinking & Analysis
• Career Planning & Development
  
  

Why Choose This Course?

• Two-year Level 5 business qualification
• Learn practical business and innovation skills
• Develop entrepreneurial thinking and leadership abilities
• No traditional exams — assessments are practical and career-focused
• Work-based project module included
• Study digital marketing, project management, finance, and people leadership
• Build confidence for career progression or further university study
• Suitable for students from a wide range of educational and professional backgrounds