Extended Diploma in Business and Management Level 5 (ATHE)
- 1 Year / Blended Learning
- Intake: Jan / Aug
- Awarding Body: ATHE
Overview
The ATHE Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business and Management is a 120-credit qualification designed for learners aiming to deepen their understanding of key business and management principles. This diploma builds upon prior knowledge, typically gained at Level 4, and equips students with a broader skillset needed for middle management roles.
Learners gain both theoretical insight and practical competencies across core business disciplines such as finance, people management, and research. This qualification is ideal for those progressing toward a business-related degree or advancing in professional roles such as business analyst, operations manager, or department lead. It includes a blend of mandatory and optional units to allow for both structured learning and subject-specific specialization.
Enhance your Management Skills with the Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business & Management
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
Upon successful completion of the Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business & Management, you’ll be prepared to embark on a variety of exciting career paths, including:
- Junior Management Roles: Enter the world of management equipped with the skills to lead and make informed decisions.
- Progression to a Bachelor’s Degree: Our programme offers a pathway to Bachelor’s degrees, enabling you to further enhance your qualifications and career prospects.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
The Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business & Management is designed to help you reach your management potential. This qualification is therefore designed to provide:
• Opportunities for learners to develop a breadth of knowledge and understanding of subject matter related to business and management.
• Development of underpinning skills, personal qualities, and attitudes essential for successful performance in working life.
• Optional units in particular specialisms that are directly related to learners’ current responsibilities or that meet a particular interest and support career development.
• A base for continued learning and a desire to constantly develop as an individual, further improving knowledge, understanding, and skills.
Age: 18+
Qualifications:
For learners who have recently been in education or training the entry profile is likely to include one of the following:
- Prior study in business, management or related subjects at level 4 or above
- A level 4 qualification for example an ATHE Level 4 Extended Diploma in Business and Management or an ATHE Level 4 Diploma in Business and Administrative Management
- Other equivalent international qualifications
All entry decisions are taken on an individual basis.
For those whom English is not their first language, we recommend the following standards of proficiency in English language skills or an approved equivalent for this qualification:
IELTs 5.5
Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) B2
Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) 162 or above
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic 42-49
- Business Organisations in a Global Context (15 Credits – Core)
- Research Project (15 Credits – Core)
- People Management (15 Credits – Core)
- Finance for Managers (15 Credits – Core)
- Managing Communication (15 Credits – Optional
- Marketing Principles and Practice (15 Credits – Optional)
- Manage Sustainability in an Organisation (15 Credits – Optional)
- Small Business Enterprise (15 Credits – Optional)
- Planning and New Business Venture (15 Credits – Optional)
- Business Law (15 Credits – Optional)
- Operations Management (15 Credits – Optional)
- Information for Strategic (15 Credit – Optional)
- Organisational Analysis and Change (15 Credits – Optional)
- Financial Systems and Auditing (15 Credits – Optional)
- Business Ethics (15 Credits – Optional)
Course Details
Tuition fee for Home (UK) students per year*: £4,500
At Trent Education Centre, we are committed to making education accessible and affordable. We offer various funding options, including government loans, scholarships, and bursaries, to support your academic journey. Additionally, payment plans may be available to help manage your tuition fees in a flexible way.
To find out more about funding opportunities, please see our policy or contact our admissions team for personalised advice and support. We are here to help you every step of the way.
- Level 6 Extended Diploma in Business and Management
- The final year (top-up year) of degree programmes at some universities.
Why TEC?
Qualified Teachers: Our teachers hold relevant qualifications and are experienced in teaching the subject to adults. They will find out about your individual needs and make sure that you are able to get the best out of the course.
Individual Focus: At Trent Education Centre, we believe in the power of individual attention. Our teaching and support staff will assess your needs and monitor your development throughout the course. We will provide you with extra support if needed. We won’t treat you like a face in the crowd, but an individual with unique learning needs and interests.
Path to Progression: Our programme is designed to support your journey towards a Bachelor’s degree, opening doors to advanced career opportunities. After completing Level 5, you can progress to Level 6. Then you could complete Level 6 Top-up at a university for the full degree.
How to Apply?
- You Apply
Tell us a little about yourself, and we’ll take care of the rest. Our convenient online application form takes just 10 minutes to complete.
- We Connect
After you submit your application, an admissions representative will contact you to help you complete the process.
- Enrolment
We will let you know if your application is successful. If it is, you will be able to enrol on the course and begin studying.
