Program Overview

Entrepreneurship and Management

Overview

The Entrepreneurship and Management course is designed to provide students with the skills needed to succeed in the business industry. The course focuses on developing entrepreneurial thinking, strategic planning, and management skills, preparing graduates for roles such as business owners, startup founders, project managers, management consultants, and product managers.

How it Works

Students on our Entrepreneurship and Management course can complete a Level 4 (120 credits), Level 5 (120 credits), or a combined Level 4 & 5 (240 credits) Qualifi diploma. The course is completed online and can be started at any time, with a completely flexible study pace. Each module consists of 40 hours of guided online learning, with an additional 30-50 hours of optional materials.

Course Modules

Level 4 Module Listing

• Managing Business Operations: Understand key aspects of business operations and their role in the wider business environment.
• Business Environment: Explore external factors that affect businesses and develop strategies for managing change.
• Personal Effectiveness: Develop skills for learning, time management, problem-solving, decision-making, and managing stress.
• The Entrepreneurial Manager: Explore different perspectives on entrepreneurial management and its role in organizational change and development.
• Business Planning and Goal Setting: Identify mechanisms for setting and achieving organizational goals.
• The Manager’s Toolkit: Learn about various management tools and their applications.
• Managing and Using Finance: Understand the use and management of finance within an organization, including accounting and financial reporting.
• Managing and Using Marketing: Explore marketing as a key management tool, including marketing planning and the role of internal and external marketing.
• Psychology of Entrepreneurship: Understand the psychological principles related to entrepreneurial business management.
• Innovation and Creativity: Explore the role of innovation and creativity in organizations, including models and techniques for facilitating their use.

Level 5 Module Listing

• The Entrepreneurial Manager: Explore the characteristics and skills of entrepreneurs, including innovation, risk-taking, leadership, and problem-solving.
• Organisational Structures: Understand the factors that influence organisational structure, such as size, industry, culture, and strategy.
• Practical Accounting Analysis: Analyse accounts to gain insights into financial performance, identify trends, and inform decision-making.
• Business Planning and Goal Setting: Develop clear goals and objectives for a business, create a strategic plan, and allocate resources effectively.
• Politics and Business: Explore the impact of political factors on business, including government policies, regulations, and economic conditions.
• Business Law: Understand the legal responsibilities of managers, including employment law, contract law, and corporate governance.
• Managing in Today’s World: Explore modern business practices, such as sustainability, corporate social responsibility, and ethical leadership.
• Performance Management: Improve employee and business performance through strategies such as performance reviews, goal setting, and training and development.
• Marketing and Sales Planning: Develop a comprehensive marketing and sales plan, including market research, target market identification, product positioning, and sales strategies.
• Quantitative Skills: Acquire knowledge of numeric exercises and their application in business, including financial analysis, data analysis, and statistical modelling.

Entry Requirements

To enrol in our Level 4 Entrepreneurship and Management course, you must be at least 18 years old and have a full secondary education, meaning you must have a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. If you don’t have 2 A-levels or the equivalent, such as NVQ Level 3, you may also be able to enrol based on your work experience.

Cost and Payments

• Level 4: £2,900
• Level 5: £2,900
• Level 4 & 5: £3,500

Students can make payment using one of the following methods:

• Credit or debit card
• Bank transfer
• Interest-free monthly instalments
• PayPal
• Western Union
• ELCAS funding

Career Progression

A Level 4/5 Diploma in Entrepreneurship and Management from Online Business School is designed for aspiring business owners and future leaders. The course focuses on developing entrepreneurial thinking, strategic planning, and management skills, preparing graduates for roles such as business owners, startup founders, project managers, management consultants, and product managers.

University Options

Once you’ve completed your online Level 4 & 5 Entrepreneurship course, you have the opportunity to complete a third-year top-up degree programme, known as a ‘BA top up’, from a wide range of UK universities. Students can apply to any university offering the BA top up and can choose to study for their degree either online or in-person on campus.

Sample Certificate

Qualification Number: 603/4238/9

Level 5 Diploma in Business Management Sample Certificate and Transcript

Qualification Number: 601/6049/4

Why Enrol with Online Business School?

• Last year 192 students graduated from this course
• 13 years of educating students online
• 2,768 students are currently enrolled on this course
• Over 25 expert tutors available to help you succeed

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