Diploma in Business Management - OTHM Level 5 draft
Program Overview
The OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Business Management equips students with a comprehensive foundation in business fundamentals, including people management, project management, and finance. Delivered flexibly through in-class, online, or blended learning, the program emphasizes practical skills and prepares learners for successful careers in various business settings. Assessment is through assignments, allowing for a flexible and convenient learning experience. Upon completion, students can progress to further studies or enter the workforce directly.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Business Management aims to provide learners with a strong foundation for various organizational careers. The program focuses on making learners "business ready"—confident, independent thinkers with in-depth business and management knowledge, and adaptable to change. The curriculum emphasizes people management, project management, marketing, finance for managers, business law, business ethics, and social responsibility. It's suitable for those starting or planning to enter private or public sector business careers. Successful completion allows progression to further study or employment.
Outline:
The Diploma in Business Management covers: managing business communication; understanding the business environment and organizations globally; business functions (including people management); quantitative methods in business; finance for managers; and research and academic writing. The qualification structure consists of 6 mandatory units totaling 120 credits, 1200 Total Qualification Time (TQT) hours, and 480 Guided Learning Hours (GLH).
- 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)
- Optional Units: Two optional units must be chosen.
- Course Duration: The program is designed for one academic year of full-time study but offers flexibility for part-time and distance learning, with options for 6-month or 10-month completion.
- Delivery Method: The program is delivered face-to-face (lectures, tutorials, seminars), online, blended learning, and distance learning. Step In Education provides an online portal with study notes, assignment briefings, and online materials.
Assessment:
Assessment is solely through assignment submission; no exams are involved.
Teaching:
The teaching methods include lectures, tutorials, and seminars. The program is delivered online, blended, and in-class, offering flexibility to learners.
Careers:
Successful completion of the Level 5 Diploma in Business Management allows progression to further academic studies, including the OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Business Management. It also provides direct entry into the final year of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree program. The program prepares students for careers in various organizations in the private and public sectors.
Other:
The OTHM Level 5 Diploma is equivalent to Foundation Degrees, Higher National Diplomas (HNDs), and Year 2 of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree. The program is accredited by OTHM, an Ofqual-regulated awarding body.
Step In Education is a London-based college accredited by ASIC and OTHM, offering globally recognized Level 3 to postgraduate qualifications. The institution specializes in professional development, IT training, and English courses, with flexible learning options including face-to-face, online, and blended environments.
Key features include:
- Visa sponsorship for eligible students attending campus-based courses.
- Short-term course visas (6 months) and English course visas (up to 11 months).
- A focus on enhancing knowledge, skills, and employability in a competitive market.
Step In Education provides high-quality education while immersing students in British culture and professional development.
Entry Requirements:
For entry onto the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Business Management qualification, learners must possess:
- Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 4 Diploma or equivalent.
- Mature learners (over 21) with management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme).
- Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course.
- English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country, they must provide evidence of English language competency.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country, they must provide evidence of English language competency.
