Take your career to the next level with business and management studies
Do you have a passion for leading teams? Do you want to take the next step up in management? Studying business helps you develop a solid foundation in key business concepts. Whether you're a recent school leaver or a working professional looking to upskill, you'll develop professional skills that can set you apart from top employers in the job market – like leadership, critical thinking, marketing, accounting and problem-solving.
Take the next leap with an MBA, or kickstart your career anywhere from digital business or healthcare management to engineering management.
Start dates and duration
Study online, full or part-time, to suit your lifestyle.
Start your course on any day you choose.
Entry requirements
Undergraduate: 2 subjects at A-Level or equivalent.
Postgraduate: a 2:2 first degree or equivalent.
Tuition fees and funding support
UK residents may be eligible for a government student loan.
We also offer scholarships for eligible students.
CMI accredited courses at LIBF
Our top business and management courses are accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). This means they meet international standards for excellence in content, teaching quality, and resources.
Study a CMI accredited course:
All undergraduate and postgraduate business and management degrees
MBA courses
Our MBA (Masters of Business Administration) course is the perfect next step if you want to apply for senior leadership roles. This programme gives you tools in strategic management and corporate finance, as well as leadership practice. Get yourself ready to manage a large corporation or lead a growing start-up – leading the way as you go in today's business world.
What you'll study in our MBA courses
In our MBA programme, you’ll develop advanced skills in:
Strategic leadership and decision-making
Financial and risk management
Organisational behaviour and human resource management
Business ethics and corporate governance
Career prospects after graduating from our MBA courses
Graduates of our MBA programme are prepared for high-level roles such as CEO, COO, or business director. You'll build a skillset you can use in all industries, whether you work in finance, technology, healthcare, or want to start your own business. An MBA gives you a powerful business education that can lead to leadership positions and a successful career.
Business management courses
At LIBF, you can study business at any stage in your career. Take our BSc (Hons) Business Management course to understand how businesses operate and how to manage them. If you’re not quite ready for a bachelor’s degree, you can start with our Business Management Foundation Year.
Or, if you already have management experience, our MSc Management degree is a great next step. You’ll master advanced management tactics, develop your leadership style, and gain the strategic skills for senior roles.
What you'll study in our business management degrees
Depending on your chosen degree and any elective modules you pick, you’ll develop skills in:
Leadership and team management
Financial decision-making skills and business analytics
Marketing strategies and customer relationship management
Corporate strategy planning and business growth
Career prospects after graduating from our business management degrees
Studying business management prepares you for roles like project manager, operations manager, business consultant, and marketing executive. You could even start your own business. With a solid foundation in leadership practice and management, you’ll be ready to succeed in your future career, no matter what industry you're passionate about.
International management courses
Want to manage businesses around the world? Our BSc (Hons) International Management degree will give you the skills to understand global business. If you need to build your academic skills first, start with our International Management Foundation Year.
At postgraduate level, our MSc International Management degree covers international business strategy, global markets, and cross-cultural management. You’ll learn how to lead multinational enterprises and succeed in a global market.
What you'll study in our international management courses
In our international management courses, you’ll master:
International marketing strategies
Cross-cultural leadership and interpersonal skills
Sustainable global supply chain management
International finance and trade
Career opportunities after graduating from our international management degrees
With an international management degree, you’re set for roles like international project manager, global operations manager, or international business consultant. You could join global companies or help businesses break into new markets.
Entrepreneurship courses
Ready to start your dream business or lead growing companies? Our BSc (Hons) Entrepreneurship course helps you develop the mindset and skills to turn ideas into successful businesses. And if you need extra preparation, our BSc (Hons) Entrepreneurship with Foundation Year gives you a strong start.
If you already have a comprehensive understanding of business, our MSc Entrepreneurial Strategies degree explores advanced strategies for growing and managing a successful business. You’ll learn how to scale, manage innovation, and lead with commercial awareness.
What you'll study in our entrepreneurship courses
You’ll develop key skills in:
Business planning and development
Marketing and customer acquisition
Finance and investment strategies
Innovation and product development
Career prospects after graduating from our entrepreneurship degrees
Once you graduate from one of our entrepreneurship courses, you'll be able to lead startups or start your own company. You could become a business founder, innovation manager, or strategic consultant.
Digital business courses
Our BSc (Hons) Digital Business degree will help you understand where technology and business meet. You’ll learn how digital transformations are reshaping industries and how to manage digital business operations successfully. We also offer a BSc (Hons) Digital Business with Foundation Year, giving you an extra year to prepare academically before you study the course.
At a postgraduate level, our MSc Digital Innovation Management course teaches you to lead digital transformations. You’ll learn up-to-date digital strategy, innovation management, and the new ideas and technologies driving change in business.
What you'll study in our digital business courses
Depending on the elective modules you choose, you'll build knowledge in:
Digital business and marketing strategies
Data analytics and business intelligence
Technology management and artificial intelligence
Cybersecurity and digital risk management
Career opportunities after graduating from our digital business degrees
Graduates from our digital business programmes can move into roles like digital business manager, innovation consultant, or e-commerce manager. Your ability to manage and lead in the digital age will be valuable in sectors such as tech, retail, and finance.
Marketing courses
We offer two master’s degrees in marketing. On our MSc Digital Marketing degree, you'll study the strategies, tools, and techniques to create successful digital marketing campaigns. If you want to become a more versatile marketing leader, our MSc Marketing Management course covers key topics like consumer behaviour, branding and communication strategies.
What you'll study in our marketing courses
Depending on the degree and electives you study, you’ll develop skills in:
Digital marketing strategy and campaign management
Consumer behaviour and market research
Data analytics and performance measurement
Marketing management and leadership
Career prospects after graduating from our marketing degrees
Graduating with a marketing degree opens doors to dynamic roles like digital marketing manager, brand manager, or marketing strategist. Whether you join an advertising agency, work in retail, or launch your own marketing consultancy, you'll be ready to lead impactful campaigns. Your creativity and expertise will make you a standout candidate in today’s fast-paced job market.
Healthcare management courses
Our healthcare management programmes prepare you to lead in one of the world’s most important industries. Kickstart your career with our BSc (Hons) Global Healthcare Management course or build a foundation first with our Global Healthcare Management Foundation Year.
Do you want to work in senior leadership teams? Our MSc Global Healthcare Management degree teaches you advanced topics in healthcare strategy, operations, and policy. Prepare to lead teams and manage healthcare services on a global scale.
What you'll study in our healthcare management courses
Depending on whether you study an undergraduate or postgraduate degree, you’ll develop skills in:
Healthcare leadership and management
Healthcare systems and service improvement
Financial management in healthcare
Patient safety and quality management
Career prospects after graduating from our healthcare management degrees
With a healthcare management degree, you can step into leadership roles in hospitals, healthcare organisations, or government agencies. You could become a healthcare manager, policy adviser, or consultant, making a real difference in improving patient care around the world.
Human resource courses
If you're passionate about managing people, our MSc Business Psychology degree helps you understand how psychology can be used to improve staff performance, motivation, and teamwork.
Alternatively, our MSc International Human Resource Management course gives you the skills to lead human resource strategy in global organisations.
What you'll study in our human resources courses
Depending on your degree, you’ll develop skills in:
Human behaviour and organisational psychology
Talent management and employee development
Cross-cultural leadership and international HR practices
Motivation, performance, and change management
Career prospects after graduating from our human resource courses
You could make a real difference in roles like HR manager, business psychologist, or talent development specialist once you graduate from a human resources management course. All industries are looking for people who can boost employee satisfaction and create opportunities for professional and personal development within teams.
Engineering management course
Our BEng (Hons) Industrial Engineering and Management course teaches you how to manage complex engineering projects and processes. Develop yourself as a leader in production, automation, and digital business models.
What you'll study in our engineering management courses
Depending on the electives you choose, you’ll gain expertise in:
Production technologies for Industry 4.0
Agile project management and business 101
Smart factory and service management
Practical application of sustainable processes
Career prospects after graduating from our engineering management degree
With an engineering management degree, you could become an industrial engineer, project manager, or operations manager in industries like manufacturing, logistics, or technology. Your mixed technical and business skillset will make you a standout professional in any engineering field.
Why choose LIBF's business and management courses?
Our online business and management courses are designed by industry experts, who ensure you get the management education you need to meet the demand in the real world.
Start on any day that suits you.
Study at your own pace, full or part-time.
Choose from a number of funding options: using a government student loan or paying monthly, annually or in-full, interest-free.
24/7 access to myCampus, our virtual learning environment.
Expert study coaches and career advisors are dedicated to your success, providing personalised assistance every step of the way.
With over 140 years of educational expertise and a Silver-rating for teaching excellence in (TEF, 2023), you can trust us to give you the management skills and knowledge needed to thrive in business.
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