Program Overview
The FdA Professional Development (Business Leadership and Management) at Edge Hill University is a Preparation Course programme in Business & Management over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the FdA Professional Development (Business Leadership and Management) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: GBP 50 (Tuition (Credit)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the FdA Professional Development (Business Leadership and Management) programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Developing Management in Action
- Developing Employee Engagement
- Leading and Managing Change
- Finance and Data
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The minimum entry requirement is relevant experience of work (typically six months) within a school or similar setting either as a volunteer or through employment. It is desirable that applicants have the equivalent of a Level 3 qualification but this is not essential.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 50 (Tuition (Credit)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 50 (Tuition (Credit)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Edge Hill University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Edge Hill University
Edge Hill University
Ormskirk, United Kingdom
Edge Hill University is a campus-based public university in Ormskirk, Lancashire, England. The university, which originally opened in 1885 as Edge Hill College, was the first non-denominational...
University Profile- Start Date October 2025
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
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