Rural Business Management Top Up at Kingston Maurward College - UCAS

Kingston Maurward College

Degree level: Undergraduate
Awarded by: Open University Validating Partnership

Rural Business Management Top Up

Course summary

This course aims to provide a progression route to a full bachelor’s degree in Rural Business Management from the FD in Rural Business Management offered at University Centre Kingston Maurward. The course is also open to other students looking to progress from HND and Foundation degree programmes nationally, in farm management, business management and other suitable programmes to Level 5. The Top Up degree develops business skills at Level 6 that also incorporates skills specific to business need in rural contexts e.g. agriculture, equine, tourism and strategic goals for business development and change that fit the demands of the diversity in agribusinesses. The programme will provide graduates with a range of skills to work effectively in the rural business sector. This could be in developing strategy for existing businesses, applying entrepreneurial skills in business concepts or start ups and acting in an advisory capacity to other businesses. The programme aims to develop skills in three key areas to create graduates with confident and professional business skills alongside analytical skills to strategize business planning:

  • Leadership and professional skills
  • Entrepreneurship and Enterprise
  • Business consultancy and Project management
Roles within the sector allow for the application of skills to start up new rural businesses, fostering the use of diversification or enterprise that supports agricultural supply chains. This programme aims to develop skills in setting up businesses from concept to success. Another key part of the rural business sector is consultancy, where individuals and companies advise rural and agribusiness to improve production and performance. The programme will develop skills and knowledge in professionalism and project management in this area. There is development is understanding who customers or consumers of products and services are in the sector and how to gain a market share and foster a customer base.

Modules

Independent Research Dissertation (40 credits) Strategic Leadership Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Consultancy for Rural Business Understanding Consumer Behaviour

Assessment method

The programme uses a range of assessment methods such as reports, presentation and industry-related assessments. The programme uses an authentic assessment approach. Tasks will mirror industry focused activities such as Protocols, risk assessments, marketing campaign materials and business plans.

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Course does not award QTS

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
D404
Institution code:
K85
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

This programme accepts applications from international students. International students will need to ensure they can comply with UK visa requirements before enrolment, and for the length of the programme. The College has a limited accommodation offer available, but can provide additional support on request to find other local accommodation. Applicants will need to ensure they meet entry requirements for qualifications, experience and English language through IELTS.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

The course is eligible for applicants completing foundation degrees to Level 5 in a relevant subject such as agriculture, agribusiness, farm management and business management.


Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1
EU £13700 Year 1
International £13700 Year 1

Additional fee information

There will be an additional cost towards industry visits and study tours. A Study tour at Level 5 estimated cost c£275, Day tours costs c£5-£20.
Rural Business Management Top Up at Kingston Maurward College - UCAS