BA (Hons) Business Management (Human Resource Management) with Foundation Year

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BA (Hons) Business Management (Human Resource Management) with Foundation Year

This four-year BA (Hons) Business Management (Human Resource Management) programme with a foundation year is designed to give students a solid academic base before progressing to degree-level study. The foundation year develops essential skills including academic writing, research methods, study techniques, and an introduction to business and management principles, preparing students for advanced modules. The degree covers key areas such as organisational behaviour, recruitment and selection, employee relations, performance management, and strategic HR planning. Students participate in practical projects, case studies, and applied learning exercises to build leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Graduates are well-prepared for professional roles in human resource management, organisational development, and business management, with pathways to postgraduate study or professional HR qualifications.

Academic Journey

Duration: 4 years (Full-time)
Location : Berlin

Inside the Learning Segments


Foundation Year
Academic Skills Development Introduction to Business and Management Study Skills for Higher Education Personal and Professional Development Introduction to Human Resource Management

Year 1 (Level 4)
Principles of Business Management Introduction to Human Resource Management Organisational Behaviour Academic Skills for Practice Work-Based Project

Year 2 (Level 5)
Employee Relations and Employment Law Recruitment, Selection and Retention Learning and Development Research Methods for Business and HRM Applied Project

Year 3 (Level 6)
Strategic Human Resource Management Performance Management and Reward Leadership and Organisational Change Dissertation / Research Project Professional Development in HRM and Business
Academic Qualification: Level 3 qualification or equivalent Work Experience: Considered via non-standard entry routes if relevant English Proficiency: Equivalent to GCSE English Grade C/4 or CEFR B2 Mature Applicants: Assessed on work or vocational experience if no formal qualifications Interview: Academic interview required

Discover Your Career Direction


Graduates develop a strong combination of HR and business management expertise, preparing them for professional roles in human resource management, employee relations, organisational development, and general business operations. Practical projects and applied learning ensure graduates can implement HR strategies effectively and contribute to organisational success.
Career routes Graduates often pursue roles such as:
Human Resource Officer
Recruitment Specialist
Training and Development Coordinator
HR Business Partner
Employee Relations Advisor
Talent Acquisition Manager
Graduates can also progress to postgraduate study or professional qualifications in human resource management and business.

BA (Hons) Business Management (Human Resource Management) with Foundation Year

This four-year BA (Hons) Business Management (Human Resource Management) programme with a foundation year is designed to give students a solid academic base before progressing to degree-level study. The foundation year develops essential skills including academic writing, research methods, study techniques, and an introduction to business and management principles, preparing students for advanced modules. The degree covers key areas such as organisational behaviour, recruitment and selection, employee relations, performance management, and strategic HR planning. Students participate in practical projects, case studies, and applied learning exercises to build leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Graduates are well-prepared for professional roles in human resource management, organisational development, and business management, with pathways to postgraduate study or professional HR qualifications.

Academic Journey

Duration: 4 years (Full-time)
Location : Berlin

Inside the Learning Segments


Foundation Year
Academic Skills Development Introduction to Business and Management Study Skills for Higher Education Personal and Professional Development Introduction to Human Resource Management

Year 1 (Level 4)
Principles of Business Management Introduction to Human Resource Management Organisational Behaviour Academic Skills for Practice Work-Based Project

Year 2 (Level 5)
Employee Relations and Employment Law Recruitment, Selection and Retention Learning and Development Research Methods for Business and HRM Applied Project

Year 3 (Level 6)
Strategic Human Resource Management Performance Management and Reward Leadership and Organisational Change Dissertation / Research Project Professional Development in HRM and Business