The aim of the Foundation Diploma in Business Studies is to give students the best possible preparation to commence a career in one of a wide range of industries and prepare students for further study. Graduates of the course will be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of the basic underlying academic concepts and principles associated with the broader discipline of Management.

The aims to provide students with:

• The eligibility to progress into the Diploma program.
• An understanding of basic theories and concepts of the subject area, and the ability to communicate these accurately to a range of peers.
• Gain skills that can be used in a wide range of situations and contexts.

Whilst the Foundation Diploma in Business Studies may be a first step towards obtaining the Diploma in Business Studies, holders of the Foundation Diploma will be equipped to enter employment in a role requiring some personal responsibility but within a mainly supervised context.

On successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

• Have a foundation for understanding contemporary business issues;
• Describe the basic concepts in management;
• Develop skills to analyze real-world business issues;
• Demonstrate enhanced capability in analytical, diagnostic, investigative and writing skills.
• Develop a beginning sense of business acumen
• Enable basic business awareness when managing issues in the real world.