BSc (Hons) in Business Management (Supply Chain) top-up, University of Bolton

Bolton,

12 Months

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About this course

This course is designed for students who have completed a foundation degree or HND related to business management, offering honours-level skills and specialised knowledge in logistics, supply, and distribution. It aims to enhance your professional skills, supporting career development in business and supply chain sectors. The course covers advanced topics including logistics, operations, supply chain, and information management, along with strategic management and research skills. Graduates will also earn a CMI Level 5 Award in Leadership and Management, providing a competitive edge in the job market. The programme uses real-life case studies, industry visits, and guest speakers to help you understand contemporary practices. Small classes and dedicated support foster a friendly learning environment, and the course prepares you for global career opportunities in various management fields.

Why this course is highly recommended

This dual-award programme combines an honours degree with a professionally-recognised CMI Level 5 Award in Leadership and Management, streamlining your path to both qualifications without extra exams. It also ranks highly in course and teaching satisfaction, and benefits from small class sizes, excellent facilities, and industry-relevant teaching methods. The course's focus on employability skills, including communication, data analysis, and problem-solving, makes it especially valuable for those seeking to thrive in global management roles, particularly in supply chain and logistics environments.

Specialisation

This top-up course offers a specialised pathway in Supply Chain management within the broader Business Management programme. Depending on prior studies, students can follow this specific pathway or choose other management specialisations as part of the university’s suite of business degrees. The focus is on logistics, operations, strategic management, and information systems critical to effective supply chain functioning.

Course fees

Application fees

16.84L

1st year tuition fees

16.84L

Living cost

Degree requirements

Applicants should normally possess a relevant Level HE5 qualification such as a foundation degree or HND in Business Management, FdA/FdSc, or HND. Relevant professional qualifications are also accepted. English language proficiency is required, with IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or equivalent, along with other qualifications like GCSE, Irish Leaving Certificate, IGCSE, and regional qualifications meeting specified grades.

English language test

DUOLINGO

100

IELTS

TOEFL

PTE

Career prospects

Graduates will be well-equipped to pursue roles in management, logistics, supply chain, retail, marketing, law, and finance, among others. The qualification provides a competitive advantage in complex supply and distribution sectors and opens pathways into general management, self-employment, or further study like postgraduate courses and MBAs. It also serves as a stepping stone into sectors such as hotel management, public relations, financial management, and project management, with many roles across the public, private, and voluntary sectors.

FAQs

What are the English language requirements?

You need an IELTS score of 6.0 with no band below 5.5 or an equivalent qualification like GCSE, Irish Leaving Certificate, or recognized regional qualifications meeting specified grades.

What is the duration of the course?

The course duration is one year full-time or 1.5 years part-time, depending on your prior qualifications and study mode.