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Advance Diploma in Business Management Level (4 & 5)

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Advance Diploma in Business Management Level (4 & 5)

Who can benefit from the Advance Diploma Business Management Program?

The Advanced Diploma in Business Management coursework component of the program is designed to equip students with a sound understanding of the key management theories, methodologies and practices. The coursework further provides a blend of theoretical and practical aspects of business management

The Business Management course at level 4 and 5 is equivalent to the first two years of an undergraduate course, allowing learners to progress onto the final year of an undergraduate degree program at any UK University.


Learning Objectives:


Upon completion of the Advance Diploma in Business Management, interested students may further their education by enrolling in a top up program at an accredited UK university. Students will have the option of finishing their degree either online or in person at campus. The associated costs will vary based on the mode of instruction.

Below are some examples of UK universities with top up degree options. Students can apply directly to a university of their choice for further studies. In addition, our counselors will also be available to assist with the application process.

Qualification structure


The Level 4 Diploma in Business Management consists of 6 mandatory units for a combined total of 120 credits, 1200 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT)

Mandatory units

  • Research and Academic Writing (20 credits)
  • Business Environment (20 credits)
  • Introduction to Business Communication (20 credits)
  • Introduction to Quantitative Methods (20 credits)
  • Introduction to Business Functions (20 credits)
  • Introduction to Finance (20 credits)

The Level 5 Diploma in Business Management consists of 6 mandatory units for a combined total of 120 credits, 1200 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT).

Mandatory units

  • Human Resource Management (20 credits)
  • Project Management (20 credits)
  • Strategic Marketing (20 credits)
  • Accounting for Managers (20 credits)
  • Business Law (20 credits)
  • Business Ethics (20 credits)

University top-up


University of Chichester

BA (Hons) in Business and Management Top up

Northampton University

BA (Hons) in Business and Management Top up

University of Derby

Undergraduate Top up to BA

Course Requirements


Students wishing to enroll in this program must have completed intermediate level of study (Grade 12). Each module of the course consists of approximately 50 guided learning hours of material with an additional 35-45 hours of optional learning material. These materials are comprised of interactive exercises, further readings and internet resources.

Once course requirements for the program have been met, a Certificate of Completion is awarded by a UK Awarding Body.

If you do not meet the above prerequisites, OCBF also offers an education pathway beginning from Level 1 diploma to Level 7 diploma leading to Bachelor’s & Master degree programs.

If you are an International student and would like more information on the application process, please  contact us.

Course Fees


£ 1900 Only


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