Gain practical business skills and progress to university or professional roles
Level 4 Diploma in Business Management is designed for learners aged 18 and above who want to advance their business knowledge and academic qualifications. This Ofqual-regulated programme provides a solid foundation in business management, preparing you for further study or a professional career.
Level 4 Diploma in Business Management is an Ofqual-regulated qualification at RQF Level 4, academically equivalent to a Higher National Certificate (HNC) and the first year of a UK Bachelor's degree. The programme consists of six mandatory units, totaling 120 credits, and requires 1200 hours of Total Qualification Time (TQT) and 600 Guided Learning Hours (GLH). Flexible delivery options include face-to-face, part-time, and distance learning.
Each unit is worth 20 credits. Students will cover all six units and earn 120 credits upon completion.
Level 4 Diploma in Business Management involves internal assessment by the centre and external verification. The qualifications are criterion-referenced, focusing on the achievement of specified learning outcomes. To pass a unit, learners must demonstrate that they've met all learning outcomes and assessment criteria. The Assessor makes this judgement and provides an audit trail to show how the final decision on a learner's achievement was made.
Completing Level 4 Diploma in Business Management opens up a variety of academic opportunities for learners, including progression to Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business Management. As this qualification is regulated by Ofqual, it also allows learners direct entry into the second year of a three-year UK Bachelor's degree programme. This makes it a valuable stepping stone for those seeking to further their education and career prospects.
Graduates of this qualification have the opportunity to progress directly into the second year of UK university degree programmes.