Foundation Degree in Business and Human Resource Management

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KEY COURSE INFORMATION

Course Title:

Foundation Degree (FdA) in Business and Human Resource Management

Awarding Body:

NEW COLLEGE DURHAM

Provider Name:

CECOS College London

Duration:

Location:

Fees:

2 Years, Full-time (Blended: Onsite + Online)

London

£9,535 per year (eligible for Student Finance England)

Are you ready to launch your career in Human Resources and Business?

Whether you’re finishing school, returning to education, or looking for a career change, this two-year foundation degree gives you the skills, confidence, and qualifications to succeed in HR, management, or business. At CECOS College London, you’ll study essential HR topics such as recruitment, performance management, and employment law, alongside core business subjects including finance, marketing, and organisational behaviour. Designed with a strong focus on small businesses and startups, the programme blends theory with hands-on learning to prepare you for today’s workplace.

Why Choose This Course?

  • Gain specialist HR skills in recruitment, employee engagement, and performance management.
  • Develop business knowledge in finance, marketing, and organisational behaviour.
  • Learn in a supportive environment, with personal tutors, small class sizes, and career services.
  • Designed for school leavers and mature students with flexible blended delivery.
  • Clear progression route to a BA (Hons) top-up degree or straight into employment.

What You’ll Study

Year 1 (Level 4):

  • Human Resource Management
  • Professional Skills for HR Practitioners
  • Business Environment
  • Organisational Behaviour and Culture
  • Data Analysis for Business
  • Principles of Marketing
Year 2 (Level 5):
  • Performance Management for Small Business
  • Contemporary Human Resource Management

  • Business Finance

  • Employment Law for Small Businesses

  • Entrepreneurship for Small Business Startup

How You’ll Learn

    • Interactive classes: lectures, seminars, and workshops.
    • Blended study: on-campus learning plus online resources via Moodle.
    • Practical projects: case studies, reports, presentations, and reflective portfolios.
    • Support services: personal tutor, academic workshops, career coaching, and wellbeing guidance.

Entry Requirements

Standard Entry:
  • 32 UCAS Tariff Points (Level 3 qualification in Business or related field).
  • GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).
  • IELTS 5.5 (for international students).

Mature/Non-Standard Entry:
We welcome applications from those without traditional qualifications but with relevant work or life experience. Applications will be considered through:

  • Employer references or personal statement
  • One-to-one interview

Your Future

After completing this degree, you can:

  • Progress to the BA (Hons) Management (Top-Up) at CECOS College London or another university.
  • Begin careers such as:
    • HR Assistant
    • Recruitment Officer
    • Training & Development Coordinator
    • Employee Relations Officer
    • Business or Office Manager

Apply Now

Are you ready to take the next step? Start your journey in Human Resource Management and Business at CECOS College London today.

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