Course Overview

The programme offers a foundational one-year full-time (or 18-month part-time) curriculum that blends core business and management concepts with essential study skills. Students engage with contemporary business theories and applications—such as organisational management, globalisation, and project management—alongside modules focused on academic writing, communication, digital competence, and personalised career planning.

MFHEA Approval and Accreditation

The award is formally assessed and accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA). It aligns with the Malta Qualifications Framework (MQF), equivalent to UK Level 3, and is fully compliant with the European Qualifications Framework.

Get Qualified Scheme

This programme is recognised under Malta’s Get Qualified Scheme. Eligible graduates who live and work in Malta for at least two years may reclaim up to 70% of their tuition fees as tax credits. It’s a government-backed incentive making higher education more accessible and financially viable.

Programme Structure and Assessment

To earn the qualification (Award in Business Management and Study Skills), students complete six compulsory modules—each valued at 10 ECTS, for a total of 60 ECTS (equivalent to 120 UK credits).

Core Modules Include:

• Developing Academic Skills – focusing on academic literacy, writing, referencing, research methods, presentations, and good academic practice.

• Other modules cover areas such as management approaches, business environment exploration, contemporary business topics, communication and digital technologies, project management, and career planning.

Assessment employs a standard grading scale (Distinction, Merit, Pass, Marginal Fail, Fail). Students demonstrate their learning via coursework, projects, reports, and reflective study tasks tied directly to each module’s objectives.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the programme will:

• Grasp the fundamentals of how businesses operate, and how leadership and management function within diverse organisational contexts.

• Understand modern business challenges and global influences on management practices.

• Develop vital academic competencies—writing, digital literacy, communication, research, and study techniques—essential for success in higher education.

• Build personal reflective skills, autonomy, and self-directed learning habits, along with a structured career roadmap.

What Doors will open?

Completing this foundation award opens key pathways:

• Academic Progression: It serves as a stepping stone to undergraduate degrees in business and management (MQF/EQF Levels 5 and 6), enabling smooth transition to full degree-level study.

• Entry-Level Roles: Equipped with foundational business knowledge and robust study skills, graduates can pursue roles such as junior management positions in various business organisations—particularly suited to today’s dynamic, globalised workplace.

Summary

This Foundation Degree at GBS Malta offers a strategically balanced blend of business fundamentals, academic skills, and career readiness. Its MFHEA accreditation ensures academic quality, while the Get Qualified Scheme significantly offsets cost. Whether aiming to launch a career or progress academically, the programme provides a strong, accessible platform for success.