Overview 

This foundation-level programme prepares students for progression into an undergraduate degree covering the core principles of business and organisational management. Delivered at the University of Reading through Henley Business School's foundation provision, it introduces the interdisciplinary theories underpinning business while building transferable academic skills. The programme is structured to develop both foundational business knowledge and the personal skill set needed to succeed in a fast-changing professional environment.

What You'll Learn

• Core concepts in business and management, including an introduction to key organisational theories

• Interdisciplinary foundations drawn from economics, psychology, sociology, and the humanities as they relate to business

• Statistics and quantitative skills to support data-informed business decision-making

• Academic and personal skills development, including writing, critical thinking, and study techniques

• Preparation for applying business concepts to real-world scenarios and professional contexts

Learning Outcomes 

By the end of this programme, students will be able to explain core theories underpinning business and management from multiple disciplinary perspectives. They will have developed foundational statistical and analytical skills for interpreting business-relevant data, alongside strengthened academic writing and critical thinking abilities. These outcomes, combined with a growing personal and professional skill set, will prepare graduates to enter the first year of a BSc Business and Management degree with the grounding the programme requires.