Shape your future in business with an online foundation year
Discover a foundation year that sets you up with confidence and purpose. Whether you’re interested in leadership within global healthcare, digital business, or strategic management, our courses prepare you for the next step.
You won’t just be learning theory. You’ll be developing the skills to drive change and make an impact. Master core business concepts and practical skills before moving on to your bachelor’s degree, specialising in the areas and industries that matter most to you.
Start dates and duration
Online learning at LIBF is available full or part-time.
Start a Foundation Year on any day you choose.
Entry requirements
3 GCSEs: grade 4(C) or above, including Maths and English.
Or 12 months professional experience.
Tuition fees and funding
UK residents may be eligible for a government student loan.
We also offer scholarships for eligible students.
Business degrees with foundation year
Digital business courses
Entrepreneurship courses
Why study a business degree with foundation year?
A business foundation year at LIBF helps you build critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills. Depending on your chosen course, you’ll also gain practical insights into areas such as entrepreneurship, project management, or mastering business IT systems like Python programming.
This sets you up to easily progress into your bachelor’s degree, where you’ll delve deeper into your area of focus. As you build on essential skills, you’ll develop the practical expertise needed to navigate diverse business environments and more specialised knowledge to stand out in a competitive job market.
Skills you’ll develop in your one-year foundation year
From startups to global enterprises and everything in between, your business journey starts with our foundation year entry. Build the essential skills you need, then progress to your bachelor’s degree and get ready to step into a wide range of career opportunities.
Hard skills you’ll build
Effective academic and report-writing skills.
Ethical principles and critical thinking in business.
Basic maths knowledge for analysing business scenarios.
Personal career planning and goal-setting strategies.
Soft skills you'll gain
Time management and self-study techniques.
Analytical thinking to evaluate business challenges.
Collaboration and teamwork in business environments.
Adaptability and problem-solving in dynamic business situations.
Business management courses with foundation year
At LIBF, our online BSc Business Management with Foundation Year and BSc International Management with Foundation Year courses provide a strong foundation in essential business practices and studying a bachelor’s degree. You’ll develop leadership qualities, project management skills, and understand corporate finance and international markets.
Our BSc Global Healthcare Management Foundation Year explores the business side of healthcare, including health economics, public health, and healthcare technologies. You’ll focus on improving patient outcomes while learning to manage resources effectively.
What you’ll study in our business management degrees with foundation year
Depending on your interests and chosen modules, you’ll build your understanding in:
project management and leadership
cross-cultural marketing and ethics
corporate finance and business concepts
digital business models and data analytics
public health and healthcare economics
health systems management and pharmaceutical innovation.
Career opportunities with a business management foundation year course
Business and international management graduates can pursue careers in business consultancy, project management, and operations, handling global challenges and managing cross-border teams. Opportunities for you in healthcare management include roles in healthcare consultancy, hospital management, or international health organisations, driving improvements in healthcare systems and patients’ lives.
Digital business courses with foundation year
At LIBF, our BSc Business Information Systems with Foundation Year and BSc Digital Business with Foundation Year courses prepare you to navigate the intersection of business and technology. You’ll master core business operations while gaining advanced technical knowledge to thrive in the digital world.
Studying online, you’ll focus on data analytics, object-oriented programming with Java, and corporate finance, alongside ERP systems and IT law. You’ll explore e-commerce strategy, AI, and digital transformation, blending business concepts with cutting-edge technology.
What you’ll study in our digital business foundation year course:
Depending on your interests and chosen modules, you’ll build your understanding in:
business 101 and corporate finance
object-oriented programming with Java
strategic data analytics and big data
e-commerce strategy and digital transformation
augmented reality and AI technologies
Internet of Things and business models
agile project management and intercultural ethics.
Career opportunities with a digital business degree with foundation year
Graduates of digital business courses are prepared for careers in fields like digital transformation consulting, business systems analysis, and e-commerce management. You’ll also be ready for roles in AI-driven business strategy, IT project management, or innovative digital startups, helping companies navigate today’s dynamic tech landscape and adapt to change.
Entrepreneurship course with foundation year
Our BSc Entrepreneurship with Foundation Year provides a solid academic base and real-world skills to launch successful ventures. You’ll develop market analysis, financial planning, and strategic thinking to identify and capitalise on opportunities.
Studying online, you’ll gain insights into leadership, innovation management, and entrepreneurship while honing your business acumen across digital and traditional models.
What you’ll study in our entrepreneurship degree with foundation year
Depending on your interests and chosen modules, you’ll build your understanding in:
Principles of management
Market analysis and financial planning
Entrepreneurship and innovation
Leadership and change management
Digital business models and AI technologies
Agile project management
Product development and sustainability
Career opportunities with an entrepreneurship degree with foundation year
Graduates of entrepreneurship courses can move into leadership roles across various industries or launch their own ventures. Whether leading startups, consulting for businesses, or driving innovation within established companies, you’ll be well-prepared to create impact and adapt to change in today’s dynamic marketplace.
Business degree with foundation year career opportunities
Studying a business foundation year at LIBF opens the door to diverse roles in the corporate world. Whether you focus on management, healthcare, or digital business, you’ll be well-prepared for roles that demand strong leadership and analytical skills.
Potential jobs and salary expectations* in the UK for graduates from business and management courses
Business development manager: £40,810
Oversee strategies to drive business growth, manage relationships, and identify new opportunities.
Project management lead: £57,959
Lead projects in sectors like tech and finance, managing budgets, deadlines, and teams.
Healthcare operations director: £87,217
Manage healthcare systems, improving operations, resource allocation and patient outcomes.
Chief marketing officer: £124,062
Lead marketing strategies to drive brand growth, engagement across and revenue.
Entrepreneur (founder of own business): Variable
Launch and lead a startup, handling finances, growth strategies, and daily operations.
Strategic business consultant: Variable
Provide strategic advice to enhance business performance, with senior consultants earning significant day rates.
*Salary information from uk.indeed.com is correct as of September 2024.
Why choose LIBF for a business degree with foundation year?
At LIBF, our business degrees are designed to provide you with the skills and flexibility to succeed in today’s fast-changing markets.
Start on any day that suits you.
Study at your own pace, full or part-time.
Choose from a number of funding options including government loans and interest-free instalments.
24/7 access to online learning resources and online tutorials to fit around your commitments.
Personalised support from study coaches and career advisors.
With over 140 years of educational excellence and a Silver rating for teaching (TEF, 2023), we’ll help you build a solid foundation for your future in business.
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