First Year in Business and Management Pathways University of Plymouth International College (UPIC)

Jump straight into the first year of your Business degree, but benefit from a supported transition to studying in the UK and extra support with study skills. If your IELTS score and high school leaving grades exceed the requirements for foundation entry, this option is for you. Teaching takes place at the college during your first year, and at the University during your second year.

Special features

ILSC module: extra support with study and communication skills during the first year of your degree, preparing you for success at undergraduate leve
Optional placement year – mandatory for BA (Hons) International Business

Standard modules – all pathways

• Business Foundations
• Business Law
• Interactive Learning Skills and Communication (ILSC)
• Introduction to Marketing
• Organisational Behaviour
• Principles of Economics
• Principles of ICT

Specialist modules

Business & Management:

Business Accounting - You will become familiar with key financial statements and learn to interpret the information that they contain, developing your understanding of basic financial management and management accounting techniques.