Duration: Three years, Full time 
Tuition Fees: Foundation UK/EU citizens – £5,760 per annum Undergraduate UK/EU citizens – £9,535 per annum 
OVERVIEW
Learn to think like an entrepreneur and develop the strategic and creative skills to succeed in today’s fast-changing business world with our BA (Hons) Business Management and Entrepreneurship degree. On this course, you’ll work on projects with social, economic and environmental impact, gaining practical experience while exploring contemporary business theory.
From the start, sustainability, creativity and innovation are central to your learning. You’ll learn to spot emerging trends, analyse opportunities and design solutions that are both responsible and commercially viable. By experimenting with different approaches, you’ll build the agility and resilience that modern business demands.
Collaboration is key. You’ll engage with industry experts, take part in live projects and develop the soft skills that set successful managers apart, from emotional intelligence to the ability to lead teams through change.
By graduation, you’ll be ready to launch your own start-up or step into roles such as brand manager, business analyst, consultant or marketing manager.
If you don’t yet meet the entry requirements, you can still join through our Foundation in Design and Creative Business (Level 3) before progressing onto the full BA.
FOUNDATION YEAR ENTRY
Our Foundation in Design and Creative Business is your first step towards an undergraduate degree at LCCA. Whether you’re aiming for a creative course like Fashion, Games Art or Games Design, or a business-focused course such as Business Management and Entrepreneurship, this year prepares you with the skills, knowledge and confidence to thrive at degree level.
You’ll build core academic skills in research, writing, communication and digital literacy, while tailoring your projects to your chosen pathway. On the creative strand, you’ll experiment with areas such as fashion, graphics, moving image and crafts. On the business strand, you’ll explore innovation, enterprise and problem-solving in a creative industries context.
By the end of the year, you’ll complete a Final Major Project and build a portfolio that reflects your strengths and interests, ready to support your progression onto the full undergraduate degree.
DIRECT ENTRY STUDENTS
At LCCA, we welcome students who are ready to move on from their current institute and find a new place to study.
All of our UCA-accredited undergraduate degrees offer the option of direct entry into the second year (Level 5) or third year (Level 6), depending on your existing qualifications.
To find out if you’re eligible for direct entry, simply contact us to discuss your admissions options.
COURSE STRUCTURE
FOUNDATION (YEAR 0) DESIGN & CREATIVE BUSINESS
This 30-week course is designed to equip you with the academic skills and subject knowledge needed to progress on to study at undergraduate level. You’ll develop a unique portfolio of work throughout the course, helping you to progress onto a degree in any creative subject.
Stage 1
The first stage covers the key areas related to your degree programme and will focus on either creative design or business. You’ll learn the theoretical knowledge and debates surrounding these disciplines and the historical and international contexts which underpin them. You will also begin to build the foundations for studying at degree level.
Stage 2
This stage builds on the key research, analytical and reflective skills built in Stage 1. You will also have the opportunity to explore specialist areas of study and focus on your chosen path within the creative arts or business.
Stage 3
You’ll undertake a self-directed, specialist project which will synthesise and conclude your newly learned knowledge. The Final Major Project consists of three units which include advanced language and study skills needed for progression onto an LCCA design or creative business undergraduate degree.
YEAR 1 (LEVEL 4)
In your first year, you’ll explore the foundations of business and entrepreneurship, focusing on entrepreneurship as a mindset applied across all areas of management. You’ll study how the wider business environment shapes operations and examine the role of innovation, creativity and emerging trends in building successful enterprises.
Management and Organisation Behaviour
In this module, you’ll explore how people behave within organisations and why managing them effectively is key to success. You’ll look at the role of culture, ethics, values and group dynamics, and develop the soft skills, such as empathy and emotional intelligence, that drive productivity.
Business Innovation and Entrepreneurial Mindset
This module introduces the scope of entrepreneurship and innovation, examining what enables or blocks new ventures. You’ll study the personal traits of entrepreneurs, the influence of culture and economy, and explore the role of social enterprise in today’s business landscape.
Business Finance and Economy
Here you’ll learn the fundamentals of business finance and the macroeconomic environment. You’ll work with concepts such as financial statements, budgeting, investment appraisal and risk management, while analysing the impact of factors like inflation, interest rates and global markets.
Introduction to Marketing
In this module, you’ll explore the principles and practices of marketing in a global context. From a digital and entrepreneurial perspective, you’ll learn how marketing helps organisations achieve their goals, while analysing strategies and solutions for real business challenges.
YEAR 2 (LEVEL 5)
In your second year, you’ll build on the foundations from Year 1 by applying your entrepreneurial skills to real-world scenarios. Modules in digital marketing, e-business and operations will strengthen both your practical and analytical abilities, preparing you for your final year. Through collaborative projects and group work, you’ll start to think, act and operate like a contemporary entrepreneur.
Business Ethics and Sustainability
In this module, you’ll examine theories of business ethics, responsible practice and sustainability in a rapidly changing global environment. You’ll explore the origins and applications of these concepts and evaluate how businesses can balance people, profit and planet.
Digital Business and E-marketing
Here you’ll assess e-marketing platforms and digital systems used by organisations to generate sales. You’ll design your own digital campaign and apply practical frameworks to understand how businesses use e-marketing effectively.
Employee Relations Management
This module explores the role of employee relations in driving motivation, engagement and productivity. You’ll study approaches to managing people, evaluate the impact of leadership and assess how effective employee management contributes to organisational success.
Operations and Supply Chain Management
In this module, you’ll study the theories and drivers of supply chain management and their role in achieving competitive advantage. You’ll evaluate decision-making from economic, social and environmental perspectives and explore how to design sustainable and responsible operations.
YEAR 3 (LEVEL 6)
In your final year, you’ll draw together the knowledge and skills gained so far to research and evaluate business cases, making strategic and ethical recommendations to improve services and processes. The focus is on preparing you to step into your career with confidence as an innovative entrepreneur, ready to respond to dynamic markets and lead sustainable ventures.
Business Policy and Strategy
In this module, you’ll explore the theories and models that underpin strategic planning and policy-making in business. You’ll analyse the current environment and develop strategies that align with organisational goals and long-term success.
Applied Research Project
Your final research project gives you the opportunity to investigate a business area that interests you. You’ll define your aims, collect and analyse evidence, and present your findings in both written and verbal formats. Completing this project will strengthen your problem-solving and research skills, preparing you to tackle real workplace challenges.
Leadership Strategy in Innovation
Here you’ll examine how leadership and strategy drive innovation and growth in organisations. You’ll study approaches that foster creativity, manage change and build an innovation culture, while considering the impact of globalisation, sustainability and organisational structure.
Career Outlook
A degree in Business Management and Entrepreneurship equips you with a versatile skillset that’s valued across industries. With your knowledge and experience, you’ll be ready to explore roles such as:
Brand manager
Business analyst
Business development manager
Creative content manager
Human resources manager
Marketing manager
Retail manager
Display designer
Assistant buyer
Apparel production co-ordinator
Business development
Consultancy
Venture capital analyst
Entrepreneur
Shape Your Futurewith LCCA
Career Focus: at LCCA, you’ll find excellent teaching, career-focused learning and a welcoming environment that encourages you to thrive.
Dedicated Facilities: our campuses are equipped with specialist facilities and industry-standard tools, giving you the space and support to push your creativity further.
Industry Insight: our teachers are experts in their fields, enriching your learning experience by giving you access to the latest industry knowledge and networks across their creative specialisms.
Creative Specialist: Your LCCA degree is awarded by University for the Creative Arts, the UK’s #2 creative specialist university.
We provide dedicated facilities to help you produce work to an industry-standard level and prepare for a bright future. These resources ensure that, upon graduation, you’ll feel ready to start working from day one.
At LCCA, you’ll have access to a wide range of specialist facilities across the college, including:
Mac studios with 110 Apple iMacs, equipped with software such as GameMaker, Autodesk Maya, Unreal Engine, Cinema 4D and Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
WGSN access and digital library resources through UCA – WGSN is a leading trend forecasting platform for fashion and design businesses.
Fashion studios with 24 industrial sewing machines, overlockers and embroidery machines.
Printmaking studio for hands-on experimentation.
Whether you’re starting your first degree or returning to education to take your career in a new direction, LCCA connects you to industry networks that matter. With strong professional links and hands-on opportunities, you’ll build skills, gain real experience and make the connections that open doors.
Recent industry partners include:
· La Doma
· M.C Overalls
· Oh Polly
· YKK
· Loanhood
· My Wardrobe HQ
· Fashion Minority Alliance
· Crazy Colour
· Vivienne Westwood
· Halpern
· David Koma
· Jordan Luca
· Paul Costelloe
· Dilaria Findikoglu
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ENTRY AND ADMISSIONS
The standard entry requirements* for this course are one of the following:
64 new UCAS tariff points, see accepted qualifications
Merit, Pass, Pass at BTEC Extended Diploma
Pass at UAL Extended Diploma
64 new UCAS tariff points from an accredited Access to Higher Education Diploma in an appropriate subject
24 points from the International Baccalaureate, see more information about IB entry requirements
And four GCSE passes at grade A*-C and/or grade 4-9 including English (or Functional Skills English/Key Skills Communication Level 2).
The standard entry requirements* for this three-year BA (Hons) Fashion Design course are one of the following:
112 new UCAS tariff points
Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3 or 4)
Merit, Pass, Pass at BTEC Extended Diploma
Merit at UAL Extended Diploma
112 new UCAS tariff points from an accredited Access to Higher Education Diploma in an appropriate subject
27-30 points from the International Baccalaureate
And four GCSE passes at grade A*-C and/or grade 4-9 including English (or Functional Skills English/Key Skills Communication Level 2).
Note:
Other relevant and equivalent Level 3 UK and international qualifications are considered on an individual basis, and we encourage students from diverse educational backgrounds to apply.
*We occasionally make offers below the standard entry criteria for students who have faced challenges that affected their performance and who were expected to achieve higher results.