Business Management, University 1st and 2nd Year (Level 4 and 5)
Available Options
Extended Diploma in Management (Level 4)
- University 1st Year (Level 4) Full Course Materials and Exams
Access to full course materials, exams, tutor support and payment plan.
Extended Diploma in Management (Level 4&5)
- Two courses
- University 1st Year (Level 4) Full Course Materials and Exams
- University 2nd Year (Level 5) Full Course Materials and Exams
Access to full course materials, exams, tutor support and payment plan.
Extended Diploma in Management (Level 5)
- University 2nd Year (Level 5) Full Course Materials and Exams
Access to full course materials, exams, tutor support and payment plan.
About the course
The Undergraduate Level 4/5 Extended Diploma in Management is a 240 credit course designed to fast track students to the final year of an associated Undergraduate degree in Business and Management, which can either be completed at a UK university on campus or via distance learning.
The Level 4 modules and assignments of this course are equivalent to the first year of a University Degree and the Level 5 modules and assignments are equivalent to the second year of a University Degree.
This course is made up of 10 Level 4 modules (120 credits) and 10 level 5 modules (120 credits), each level also includes 8 written assignments. If a student decides to only study at Level 4 they will receive 120 credits and can apply for an exemption from the first year of a university Degree course.
Each module consists of approximately 40 guided learning hours of material with an additional 30-50 hours of optional learning material. These materials comprise of recommended exercises, recommended readings and internet resources.
Course Modules
- The business environment
- Strategic HRM
- Managing ethically
- Culture and the organisation
- Customers and customer service
- Financial management and control
- Managing in today’s world
- Quantitative skills
Course Summary
Qualification Type: Undergraduate
Level: 4 & 5
Credit: 240
Duration: Flexible
Study Method: Online
Progression
You can progress to the following Universities
- University of Portsmouth
- University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
- Middlesex University
- Southampton Solent University
- University of Derby
University of Lincoln - Charles Bekeev International University (CBIU)
Full Course Details
Developing personal skills
Develop a range of personal skills vital to the world of business. Concentrating on communication, leadership and decision making techniques.
Effective communication
Communication is the key to effective operations and working effectively with others. Throughout this module, learners will grasp a range of communication techniques used for a variety of commercial purposes.
The business environment
Explore issues outside of the business that may affect the business and its operations. Looking into economics, international dimensions, nature and competition.
The marketing mix
Exploring and using the marketing mix as part of the business planning process.
Strategic HRM
This module looks at employees and people as a business’ most valuable asset. Recruit the best, reward the best and retain the best.
Managing ethically
Explore the various theories and models of management and their different contexts.
Culture and the organisation
What is meant by culture? Why is it important? How does it differ between organisations?
Customers and customer service
This module looks at customers as the fulcrum of any business.
Fundamentals of accounting
On completion of this module, learners will understand accounts and how they can be used to give insight into the health of the organisation.
Financial management and control
In this module, learners will compare and contrast some examples of good and bad financial decision making and the impact on the business.
The entrepreneurial manager
What is an entrepreneur? Examine the skills and qualities of entrepreneurship.
Organisation structures
Why are organisations structured in the way they are? What determines the optimum structure and how does it differ between organisations? In this module, learners will look at the numerous models and theories that make up organisational structure.
Practical accounting analysis
Learners will complete exercises in accounts throughout this module to understand what they are telling us and the actions that analysis can precipitate.
Business planning and goal setting
What is the business trying to achieve? What will it do? How will it do it? This module focuses on the creation of clear goals and clear plans to achieve a clear objective.
Politics and business
Impact of politics on business and how it may help or hinder business. This module will educate learners on economic impact, exports and government support.
Business law
Explore the statutory responsibilities of managers as learners look into the legalities of business and business executives.
Managing in today’s world
Business in the modern world. This module focuses on governance and equality as a means to do right in business.
Performance management
Understanding how your people and your business can continually improve together, learners will review reward structures, CPD, training and development to ensure high performance in business.
Marketing and sales planning
Learners will analyse how markets, customers, competitors and products can come together in a cohesive plan.
Quantitative skills
On successful completion of this module, learners will have knowledge of numeric exercises and will understand their use within the context of the business.
To enrol onto the Level 4 course, you must be at least 18 and have a full secondary education. Before enrolling on to the Level 5 course, you must complete the Level 4 or equivalent.
Learners must also have an appropriate standard of English to enable them to access relevant resources and complete the course modules and assignments.
Is the online payment taken immediately?
Yes. Once NLC has received the cleared funds your course material will be released to you immediately.
Is there any financial assistance available?
NLC offers instalment payment plan (see our Online Study Policy) so that you can pay for your course over a set number of months. Contact us for more information about this.
UK students may also be eligible for student loans for the university top-up programme. Learners should make enquiries direct to their chosen university.
Are there likely to be any additional costs?
This will depend on your chosen course and any extra or additional learning resources that may be needed. This will be explained before you commit yourself to the course.
What payment options are available?
Payment can be made online through bank transfer or through any of our international banks.
How much do assessments cost?
Assessments are included with the course purchases.
The ATHE Level 4/5 Extended Diploma in Management has 10 modules and 8 written assignments at each level. On completion of the modules, students will be given access to the assignments. The assignments are approximately 5,000-8,000 words each. Students are provided support on the modules and assignments via the ‘Tutor’ section of the learning platform.
The assignment unit titles for the level 4 course are:
- Marketing mix
- The business environment
- Communication skills for business
- Corporate social responsibility
- Customer relationship management
- Financial techniques for managers
- People in organisation
- Resources management
More information about the level 4 units can be found here https://athe.co.uk/level-4-management-qualifications/
The assignment unit titles for the level 5 course are:
- Managing communications
- Business organisations in a global context
- People management
- Finance for managers
- Research project
- Marketing principles and practice
- Planning a new business venture
- Business law
More information about the level 5 units can be found here https://athe.co.uk/level-5-management-qualifications/
If you decide to top up to a full undergraduate degree through an accredited UK university, the costs are listed below. Please note, the below costs are for distance learning/online only. You have the option of finishing on campus, costs will vary depending on which university you chose to complete the final year at.
Northampton University
BA (Hons) in Business and Management Top up
BSc (Hons) in International Accounting Top up
University of Derby
Edinburgh Napier University
BA in Business Management (Top-Up)
BA in Business and Enterprise (Top-Up)
BA in Sales Management (Top-Up)
Anglia Ruskin University
BSc (Hons) Business Management (Final Year)
BA (Hons) Management (Top-Up)
University of Worcester
BA (Hons) Business Administration Final Year Top up
University of Sunderland – On Campus
BA (Hons) Business and Management (Year 3 )
University of Hertfordshire
BA (Hons) Business Administration (top-up) (Online)
University of Bolton
BA (Hons) Top-up
Buckinghamshire New University
BA (Hons) Top-up
Coventry University
BA (Hons) Top-up – progression from ATHE Level 5 Extended Diploma in Management
Southern Cross University
Bachelor of Business
Bachelor of Business Administration
Bachelor of Business in Convention and Event Management
Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management
Bachelor of Business in Tourism and Hospitality Management
Please enquire for top up prices for Southern Cross University
University of Nicosia, Cyprus
Undergraduate Top up to BA
NOTE: UK/EU students may be eligible for student loans for the top-up portion of their studies. Visit www.slc.co.uk for more information.
Charles Bekeev International University (CBIU)
Undergraduate and Postgraduate Top up available.
Please enquire for top up prices for Charles Bekeev International University (CBIU)
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