Business Management (Top Up)

St Mary's University, Twickenham

**Turn your qualification into a career to be proud of with a Business Management top-up degree**Our Business Management (Top-Up) BSc at St Mary's University London is designed for people who've already built strong foundations and are ready to go further. In one focused year, you'll convert your existing qualification into a full honours degree.You'll explore the topics shaping business today: strategy, digital transformation, and the key ethical questions leaders must grapple with. The course is taught by industry professionals who've worked in the real environments you're preparing for, so what you learn maps directly to what you'll do next.We also believe a degree should stand for something. The best managers aren't just effective: they're trusted, fair, and clear about what they stand for. That's why ethics and responsibility run through everything we teach – not as a tick-box module, but as a way of thinking that shapes the kind of leader you become.Our top-up programme is built for students with a foundation degree, Higher National Diploma, or equivalent qualification – and for the careers you're ready to step into next.It's shaped around what employers actually look for:- The ability to turn ideas into practical action- The judgment to lead with professionalism and integrity**Study business management in the capital**Our Business Management top-up degree is based at our Twickenham campus in the beautiful London borough of Richmond-upon-Thames, close enough to tap into one of the world’s biggest business hubs. You’re also on the doorstep of some of the largest companies and smaller local businesses that need fresh strategic thinking, something you can bring them.**Hands-on learning**You can attend business talks led by guest speakers to enhance your employability and understanding of the industry.**Gain dual accreditation**During your Business Management (Top-Up) course, you can complete specific modules to achieve a Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership awarded by The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) (subject to CMI moderation).**Work placements: build professional experience**You can also undertake a work placement to:- develop practical skills- apply theory to real-world scenarios- understand a globalised business environment- build your network. **Hear from our students** Lauren, Business Management student "My lecturers are really helpful and always on hand when help is needed, both in lectures and tutorials".Assya Berkoun, Business Management (Top-up) BSc "The lecturers are super knowledgeable within their field. For example, my lecturer for consultancy was a business consultant and he was able to give us real world examples of how to apply the theory that he was teaching us within class, and gave us the tools to further our knowledge based on his industry experience."**Why St Mary’s?**You will gain skills and support to make a positive impact – for yourself and for others – through high-quality teaching, real-world experience, and a community that lifts each other up. Our campus is a London oasis – blending city energy with open green spaces to think, connect, and grow.

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