Start your journey at Foundation or Year One
Discover the business pathways at London Pathway College, designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge to thrive in the dynamic world of business. Whether you start with our Foundation in Business or progress directly into one of our three Year One business courses—Business and Management, Economics, Finance and Banking, or Marketing—our programmes equip you with the practical and theoretical expertise needed for success. With multiple intakes throughout the year, you can begin your journey towards a business degree when the time is right for you.
Why choose business at London Pathway College?
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Tailored pathways for your success
Choose from one of our three Year One business courses or start with the Foundation in Business. Both pathways provide seamless progression to a degree programme at the University of Portsmouth London, preparing you for success in the world of business. -
Industry-focused curriculum
Our curriculum is developed in collaboration with industry professionals, ensuring you gain relevant, up-to-date knowledge in areas such as management, finance, marketing, and economics. -
Hands-on learning
From project-based assignments to real-world business case studies, you’ll gain practical experience that builds your confidence and prepares you for the challenges of the business world. -
State-of-the-art resources
Benefit from our modern learning facilities and access to industry-standard software, tools, and resources to enhance your learning experience and future career prospects.
Programme highlights
Choose the business pathway that’s right for you:
- Foundation in Business (Year 0): Perfect for students who need additional preparation before starting their business degree. Gain essential business skills and academic techniques, progressing onto Year One of a business degree at the University of Portsmouth London.
- Year One in Business and Management (Year 1): Build the foundational skills in business strategy, management, and leadership to continue your degree in business and management.
- Year One in Economics, Finance and Banking (Year 1): Focus on financial principles, banking, and economics to move into a specialised business degree.
- Year One in Marketing (Year 1): Learn the core skills in marketing, including digital and traditional strategies, and progress into a marketing degree.
All pathways include:
- Personalised support with small class sizes
- A curriculum designed in collaboration with the University of Portsmouth London
- Practical projects and real-world learning experiences
- Study in London, a global business hub
Explore all pathways
Foundation in Business
Course Duration
2 semesters
Intakes
September, January, June
Fees
£15,650
Modules
- Introduction to People Management and Organisational Behaviour
- Introduction to Marketing
- Introduction to Economics
- Introduction to Business and Management
- Study Skills
- Business Maths
Admissions - Entry requirements
Progress onto one of the following:
- Year One in Business and Management
- Year One in Marketing
- Year One in Economics, Finance and Banking
Year One in Business & Management
Course Duration
2 semesters
Intakes
September, January or May
Modules
- Business Accounting – 20 credits
- Business Operations and Systems Management – 20 credits
- Introduction to Business Analytics – 20 credits
- Managing People in Organisations — 20 credits
- Marketing Principles and Practice — 20 credits
- Academic and Professional Skills for Success - 20 credits
Students also receive additional academic and skills support from a dedicated LPC academic staff to support their Year One studies.
After successfully completing Year One in Business & Management, you will advance directly to Year Two of a Business and Management degree at the University of Portsmouth London.
Find out more about the UoP London BA (Hons) Business and Management degree.
Year One in Economics, Finance and Banking
Course Duration
2 semesters
Intakes
September, January or May
Modules
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Introduction to Finance, Accounting and Banking - 20 credits
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Issues in Economics - 20 credits
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Macroeconomics - 20 credits
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Mathematics for Economics - 20 credits
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Microeconomics - 20 credits
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Statistics for Economics - 20 credits
Students also receive additional academic and skills support from a dedicated LPC academic staff to support their Year One studies.
After successfully completing Year One in economics, finance and banking you will advance directly to Year Two of a economic, finance and banking degree at the University of Portsmouth London.
Find out more about the UoP London BSc (Hons) Economics, finance and banking degree.
Year One Marketing
Course Duration
2 semesters
Intakes
September, January or May
Modules
- Discovering the Business Professional — 20 credits
- Business Accounting – 20 credits
- Consumer Insights — 20 credits
- Discovering the Marketing Professional — 20 credits
- Managing People in Organisations — 20 credits
- Marketing Principles and Practice — 20 credits
Students also receive additional academic and skills support from a dedicated LPC academic staff to support their Year One studies.
After successfully completing Year One in Marketing, you will advance directly to Year Two of a marketing degree at the University of Portsmouth London.
Find out more about the UoP London BA (Hons) Marketing degree.
Your future in business
Graduating from our business pathways opens doors to a wide range of exciting career opportunities, such as:
- Business Consultant
- Marketing Manager
- Financial Analyst
- Bank Manager
- Entrepreneur
Whether you complete the Foundation in Business or one of our Year One business courses, you’ll be well-equipped to enter a variety of fast-growing, in-demand fields in the business sector.