University First and Second Year - Diploma in Business Management (Level 4 and 5) - Pathway to BA (Hons) Business Management

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Duration

24 Months

Pedagogy

Blended

Tuition Fee

£ 900 £ 2,000

University First and Second Year - Diploma in Business Management (Level 4 and 5) - Pathway to BA (Hons) Business Management

Level 4 Diploma in Business Management - 8 -12 months - 120 Credits

Level 5 Diploma in Business Management - 8 - 12 months - 120 Credits

Level 4 is the equivalent of the first year of a Bachelor’s Degree programme. it provides students with 120 university credits upon completion.
Level 5 is the equivalent to the second year of a Bachelor’s Degree programme, it provides students with 120 university credits upon completion. It is also equivalent to an HND diploma.

 

Accreditation

All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies.  Please refer to MSBM accreditation in about us for more details.

University Progression

University Top-up

On completion of this course, students have the opportunity to complete a Bachelors degree programme from a range of UK universities. The top-up programme can be studied online or on campus. The top-up comprises the final 120 credits which consist of either a dissertation or a dissertation and one module.


University Progression

Click here to see University routes and fee information for progression.

Entry requirement

For entry into Level 4 or 5 Diploma in Business Management, learners must possess the following:

* Relevant/Local Board of Examination Result in your Country, which must include at least 5 'C' Grades in English and 4 other subjects.

* Mock Examination Result can also be accepted for initial Conditional Admission, pending the release of the Board of Examination Result. (This is assessed on a case by case basis)

* Learner must be 18 years or older at the start of the Course.

OR

* Mature Learners (21 years or older) with work experience in supervisory, leadership or management roles. (This is assessed on a case by case basis).

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What you'll learn

Module 1

ASSIGNMENT & STUDY GUIDELINES

This module provides the most critical information about the study course and assignment submission.

7 Lectures

Module 2

LEVEL 4 - RESEARCH AND ACADEMIC WRITING

The aim of this unit is to enable learners to develop effective research plans, to evaluate different research methods, to use a high standard of academic writing, and to use independent learning techniques to support their self-development.

1 Lecture

Module 3

LEVEL 4 - BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT

The aim of this unit to develop learners’ understanding of the dimensions of the business environment, including various business types and purpose.

1 Lecture

Module 4

LEVEL 4 - INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS COMMUNICATION

The aim of this unit is to enhance learners’ business communication skills and enable them to operate confidently in the business world. Learners will be able to:
- Make persuasive presentations
- Negotiate convincingly
- Write reports that address and/or solve strategic problems
- Write promotional material 
- Enhance their cultural awareness 
- Enhance their understanding of cross-cultural communication and the role of languages in business.

1 Lecture

Module 5

LEVEL 4 - INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS FUNCTIONS

The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of businesses types and various external influences on organisations such as the comparative environmental framework.

1 Lecture

Module 6

LEVEL 4 - INTRODUCTION TO FINANCE

The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of the current regulations governing financial reporting, as well as the purpose and formats of financial statements for different users.

1 Lecture

Module 7

LEVEL 4 - INTRODUCTION TO QUANTITATIVE METHODS

The aim of this unit is to review the basic concepts in mathematics, algebraic equations, graph construction, matrix algebra and the probability that need to be understood by all business learners. The emphasis rests on applying these concepts to a variety of mathematical problems encountered in business contexts.

4 Lectures

Module 8

LEVEL 5 - ACCOUNTING FOR MANAGERS

The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ skills in preparing financial statements for a variety of organisations using a range of techniques, and that comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

1 Lecture

Module 9

LEVEL 5 - BUSINESS ETHICS

The aim of this unit is to provide learners with a broad understanding of the roles and requirements for businesses to embed ethics and incorporate social responsibility. It provides learners with an understanding of the issues surrounding corporate social responsibility and ethics from national and international perspectives.

3 Lectures

Module 10

LEVEL 5 - BUSINESS LAW

The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of the concepts and principles of UK business law and the ability to apply them to practical situations.

1 Lecture

Module 11

LEVEL 5 - HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

The aim of this unit is to introduce learners to Human Resource theory and skills that underpin Human Resource Management (HRM) practices through a range of case studies.

1 Lecture

Module 12

LEVEL 5 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT

The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding and skills relating to the project management principles, methodologies, tools and techniques that are used in business.

1 Lecture

Module 13

LEVEL 5 - STRATEGIC MARKETING

The aim of this unit is to provide learners with a detailed understanding of the marketing planning process and to apply these principles to a variety of business contexts. The unit also provides a comprehensive understanding of environmental analysis and how this can lead to the development of appropriate objectives and strategies to enhance operational marketing performance.

1 Lecture

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