Course summary
Ready to start on a journey towards a thriving career in management? At BNU our FdSc Operational Management course focuses on training real-world skills, to an industry-agreed standard. This means you can graduate with the exact skillset that some of the biggest companies in the country are looking for. If you’re looking for a course to help build a solid foundation for your future as a leader and learn from industry experts to hone your skills and inspire innovation, a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) in Operational Management could be for you. Why study this subject at BNU? Industry relevant education: as an accredited HTQ course, this has a focus on employability and hands-on training. This programme has been carefully designed by our industry expert academics, based on standards set by professional bodies, to provide you with the skills and abilities needed to thrive in the business world. This means you will graduate with the skills, knowledge, behaviours, and attributes to carve out your own career, create your own opportunities, and enable you to adapt to diverse and different professional work situations and industry needs. After graduation, you will also have the option of adding an additional top-up year for a full BSc honours degree. Personal and professional development: beyond technical skills, FdSc Operational Management fosters the development of critical thinking, communication, and leadership abilities essential for success in any field. An in-demand career: Operational Management is an incredibly varied field, with a constant need for skilled professionals. By studying FdSc Operational Management, you're investing in a future-proof career path with lots of opportunities for advancement and competitive salaries. Whether you aspire to become a department manager, regional manager, or specialist manager, our programme prepares you to excel in diverse organizational settings, including private and public sectors. Field trips and guest speakers: to help prepare you for the workplace, this course includes visits to relevant businesses and organisations, as well as guest speakers who are experts in their field. A curriculum written in collaboration with industry experts: our HTQ in Operational Management at BNU is meticulously designed in collaboration with industry leaders, ensuring that you gain practical skills and knowledge directly applicable to today's dynamic business environment. From operational planning to project management, you'll develop a comprehensive understanding of key management principles essential for success in various sectors. What will I study? You'll explore a diverse range of topics essential for success in managerial roles. From foundational principles in operational management to advanced concepts in project management, financial management, and supply chain management, our curriculum is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the field. Through practical coursework, hands-on projects, and simulated workplace environments, you'll gain valuable skills and experience to thrive in today's dynamic business landscape. This course also contains more specialised modules, which focus on topics like quality customer service, ethics in operational management, and data analytics and security. These delve deeper into critical aspects of modern business operations, equipping you with the knowledge and skills for success. Through industry projects and real-world case studies, you'll have the opportunity to apply theoretical concepts to practical scenarios, honing your problem-solving abilities and preparing you for the complexities of operational management roles across various sectors. Our emphasis on hands-on learning and industry relevance ensures that you graduate not only with a solid academic foundation but also with practical experience that sets you apart in the competitive job market.

Modules
Year One Introduction to Operational Management, Report Writing and Study Skills, Managing Collaborative Teams, Operational Planning and Control, Introduction to Project Management, Financial Management Principles Year Two Quality Customer Service, Developing Self-Awareness, Supply Chain Management, Ethics in Operational Management, Data Analytics and Security, Industry Project
Assessment method
Teaching methods vary from large group seminars facilitating learner-led formal debates to smaller impromptu discussion sessions, often complemented by industrial visits and guest lectures. These diverse approaches aim to simulate real-world scenarios, enhancing learning authenticity. Assessments are designed to be authentic and contextually relevant, allowing students to demonstrate practical skills effectively. The programme culminates in a project activity, integrating knowledge and skills developed throughout, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and professional skill enhancement. Opportunities for innovation and creativity are actively encouraged, ensuring students excel with excellence. We encourage you to take control of your own educational journey, giving you the tools and techniques to enable you to self-regulate and to optimise your personal performance.
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- OPMA
- Institution code:
- B94
- Campus name:
- High Wycombe Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 88 - 112 points
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 6 | We require an IELTS score of 6.0 (with no element lower that 5.5) or a recognised equivalent. |
If English is not your first language or if you have studied in a non-majority English-speaking country, then you will typically be required to demonstrate your English language ability (speaking, listening, reading & writing) by way of a test such as IELTS.
BNU English Language Requirements
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9535 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
EU | £15150 | Year 1 |
International | £15150 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
Buckinghamshire New University
Queen Alexandra Road
High Wycombe
HP11 2JZ