BA (Hons) Business Management, online from 10 months
A UK bachelor degree for working professionals. Study around your job, submit assignments instead of sitting exams, and graduate with a degree awarded by a UK university partner.
£10 to apply · Offer within 24 hours · Apply with qualifications or relevant work experience
Stanmore School of Business Limited — UK registered learning provider since 2017.
- Duration
- 24 months
- Credits
- 360
- Level
- FHEQ Level 6
- Assessment
- Assignment-based (no written exams)
- Start date
- Any time
- Fees from
- £327.78 / month
Built for people who already work
The BA (Hons) Business Management is a UK bachelor’s degree delivered 100% online by LEAP Education and awarded by a UK university partner with degree-awarding powers. The programme totals 360 credits at FHEQ Level 6 and is assessed entirely by assignment, with no written examinations.
Standard completion is 24 months. You can start at any time, study around full-time work and submit coursework online. Fees from £5,900 with interest-free instalment plans. Graduates progress to postgraduate study or senior management roles.
The gap between managing daily operations and owning the strategic direction of a company is no longer filled by tenure alone; it requires the formal credential that signals executive readiness to global hiring committees. Without a recognized undergraduate degree in business management, experienced professionals remain trapped in middle-management loops, regardless of their track record or local market expertise.
Graduates gain the authority to present board-level strategies, manage complex P&Ls, and lead cross-functional teams with the academic backing that multinational corporations demand for promotion. This qualification enables you to transition from tactical execution to high-level decision-making, allowing you to negotiate salary jumps and secure roles such as Operations Manager or Strategic Lead where formal education is a non-negotiable hiring filter.
Key facts
- Qualification:
- BA (Hons) Business Management
- Level:
- FHEQ Level 6
- Credits:
- 360
- Study mode:
- 100% online
- Duration:
- 24 months
- Assessment:
- Assignment-based (no written exams)
- Fees from:
- £327.78 / month
- Entry requirements:
- A Level 3 qualification (e.g., A-levels, BTEC National Diploma), or equivalent; or relevant experience. Minimum age 18.
- Last verified:
- 5 September 2026 by Dr Namita Singh, Head of Academics
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See how the programme works, how you're assessed and how online study fits around your job.
3 stages, one award
Each stage builds towards the final award. Complete every stage to graduate with 360 credits.
Foundations
Principles of management, marketing, finance and people. Equivalent to Year 1 of a UK degree.
120 credits
Applied practice
Operations, HR, law and research skills. Equivalent to Year 2.
120 credits
Honours year
Strategy, international business and a research project leading to the honours award.
120 credits → Graduation
What you'll study
Strategic Management
Formulate and execute long-term growth strategies that secure competitive advantage in complex, volatile international markets.
Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility
Build resilient brand reputation and stakeholder trust by implementing ethical frameworks and sustainable practices across global operations.
Human Resource Management
Lead high-performing, culturally diverse teams by mastering global talent acquisition, development, and retention strategies.
Marketing Management
Drive revenue growth by designing data-led marketing campaigns that resonate with cross-cultural consumer segments and maximize customer lifetime value.
Operations Management
Enhance organizational efficiency and service delivery by optimizing supply chain logistics and operational workflows for global scalability.
Financial Management
Protect business viability and drive value creation by interpreting financial data to make strategic investment and cash flow decisions.
International Business
Navigate cross-border trade complexities and cultural negotiations to successfully execute market entry strategies in multinational environments.
Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
Identify viable market gaps and secure funding to launch and scale new ventures within competitive global economies.
Business Law and Governance
Mitigate operational risk and ensure regulatory compliance by applying international legal frameworks to corporate governance structures.
Research Methods in Business Studies
Resolve complex business challenges by applying rigorous evidence-based analysis and critical data interpretation techniques.
Every module is assessed by written assignments submitted online, with tutor feedback and sample assignments to guide you.
Two ways in
Qualifications
A Level 3 qualification (e.g., A-levels, BTEC National Diploma), or an international equivalent. Higher qualifications are also accepted.
Work experience
Candidates with 2+ years of relevant industry experience are encouraged to apply. Your practical knowledge counts.
Minimum age 18. International applicants welcome. Send us your certificates and we'll confirm eligibility within 24 hours.
Fully online
No campus visits. Study on any device, in any time zone.
Materials included
Study notes, sample assignments and resources from day one.
24/7 study assistant
Instant explanations and assignment guidance from our AI study assistant.
Tutor feedback
Qualified tutors mark assignments and give feedback by email and chat.
Where this can take you
A published source has not yet been matched to a salary figure for these roles.
Indicative UK salary information for related occupations. Figures reflect the referenced occupation and data source, not guaranteed earnings after completing this qualification.
Choose your pace
All plans are interest-free and include every module, study material and tutor support. A £10 enrolment fee applies.
| Most popular24 monthssemi fast track | Most popular18 monthsfast track | 36 monthsregular | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total fee | £5,900 | £6,700 | £5,900 |
| Monthly | £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.74 (total £5,900) | £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.59 (total £6,700) | £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.83 (total £5,900) |
| Quarterly | £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.35 (total £5,900) | £1,675 × 4 | £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.52 (total £5,900) |
| Half-yearly | £1,475 × 4 | £2,233.33 + £2,233.33 + £2,233.34 (total £6,700) | £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.35 (total £5,900) |
| Pay in full | £5,605 (save 5%) | £6,365 (save 5%) | £5,605 (save 5%) |
| Apply | Apply | Apply |
- Monthly£327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.78 + £327.74 (total £5,900)
- Quarterly£983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.35 (total £5,900)
- Half-yearly£1,475 × 4
- Pay in full£5,605 (save 5%)
- Monthly£478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.59 (total £6,700)
- Quarterly£1,675 × 4
- Half-yearly£2,233.33 + £2,233.33 + £2,233.34 (total £6,700)
- Pay in full£6,365 (save 5%)
- Monthly£210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.71 + £210.83 (total £5,900)
- Quarterly£655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.56 + £655.52 (total £5,900)
- Half-yearly£983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.33 + £983.35 (total £5,900)
- Pay in full£5,605 (save 5%)
* Programme fees shown include online learning, study materials and tutor support for the qualification. A separate £10 enrolment fee is payable when you submit your application. Interest-free instalment plans and a 5% discount for paying the full programme fee upfront are available where shown.
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Talk to an adviser on WhatsApp →Who awards your qualification
Your BA (Hons) Business Management is awarded by a UK university partner with degree-awarding powers; the awarding university is named in your offer letter. LEAP Education, a brand of Stanmore School of Business Limited, supports your admission, learning and tutoring.
Degree level
FHEQ Level 6 on the UK Framework for Higher Education Qualifications — the same level as a campus award.
Provider
Stanmore School of Business Limited · Company No. 10591140 · UKPRN 10085235. UK Register of Learning Providers
Start in three steps
- 01
Apply online
Complete the short form and pay the £10 enrolment fee. About five minutes.
- 02
Receive your offer
We confirm eligibility and email your start date and payment options.
- 03
Start learning
Pay your first instalment and get access to your modules.
Insights and Q&A
Extra detail beyond this page — written for learners researching fees, assessment and outcomes.
Common questions
Is this a real UK degree?
Yes. On successful completion you receive a UK degree awarded by a UK university partner with degree-awarding powers. The awarding university is confirmed in your offer letter.
Can I study from outside the UK?
Yes. The programme is 100% online with no campus visits, so you can study from anywhere in the UK or internationally.
Are there any exams?
No. Every unit is assessed through written assignments submitted online. There are no written examinations.
What are the entry requirements?
Applicants should hold a Level 3 qualification (e.g., A-levels, BTEC National Diploma) or an equivalent credential. Candidates with 2+ years of relevant industry experience are also encouraged to apply. Minimum age 18.
How long does it take and what does it cost?
You can choose 24 months (semi fast track, £5,900); 18 months (fast track, £6,700); 36 months (regular, £5,900). Interest-free instalment plans are available on each option.
When can I start?
You can enrol at any time. Once your application is accepted and the first payment is made, you receive access to the learning platform and study materials.
Who operates LEAP Education?
LEAP Education is a brand of Stanmore School of Business Limited (Company No. 10591140, UKPRN 10085235), a UK learning provider.
Last reviewed 5 September 2026 by Dr Namita Singh, Head of Academics
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