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The OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business Management is an Ofqual-regulated qualification designed to develop the knowledge, practical skills and professional competencies required for careers in business and management.
The programme combines Level 4 and Level 5 study, providing learners with a broad understanding of business operations before progressing to more specialised management subjects. With 240 credits, the qualification is academically equivalent to the first two years of a UK bachelor’s degree.
It is suitable for learners seeking to strengthen their career prospects, continue to a Level 6 qualification or apply for entry to the final year of a relevant bachelor’s degree.
This qualification provides a specialist, work-related programme covering essential areas of modern business and management. Learners explore business operations, finance, communication, leadership, strategy, human resources, marketing, business law and entrepreneurship.
The programme also develops valuable academic and professional capabilities, including research, critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, communication and digital literacy.
Successful completion of the qualification enables learners to:
The qualification is assessed through coursework.
All units are assessed and internally quality assured by the approved delivery centre before being externally verified by OTHM. Assessment is criterion-referenced and based on achievement of the specified learning outcomes and assessment criteria.
Learners must provide sufficient evidence to meet every assessment criterion for each unit. Assessment tasks allow learners to demonstrate their knowledge, analytical abilities and practical understanding of business and management.
The overall qualification is graded on a Pass or Fail basis.
The qualification is designed for learners who are typically aged 18 or above.
Applicants should normally hold at least one of the following:
Mature learners aged over 21 may also be considered based on relevant management experience. Applicants following this route should confirm the experience requirements with the approved delivery centre before registering.
Learners who are not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of sufficient English-language competency in accordance with OTHM requirements and the centre’s admissions policy.
The OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business Management consists of 12 mandatory units and carries 240 credits:
The qualification has a Total Qualification Time of 2,400 hours and 1,200 recommended Guided Learning Hours.
It is academically comparable to a Higher National Diploma and the first two years of a three-year UK bachelor’s degree.
After successfully completing the qualification, learners may progress to:
University admission is subject to the requirements and approval of the receiving institution.
Each unit carries 20 credits.
The qualification has an official duration of two years.
OTHM does not prescribe a single mode of delivery. Approved centres may offer the programme through classroom-based, blended or online learning, provided their chosen delivery arrangements meet OTHM requirements and support the complete learner experience.
Delivery formats and study schedules may therefore vary between approved centres.
The OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business Management provides a recognised academic and professional pathway for learners seeking to build a career in business or continue to degree-level study.
By combining academic research with practical and work-related learning, the qualification develops the knowledge, confidence and transferable skills needed to contribute effectively within modern organisations. It also offers a strong foundation for progression to Level 6 study or the final year of a relevant bachelor’s degree.
The qualification is designed for learners who are typically aged 18 or above.
Applicants should normally hold at least one of the following:
A relevant Level 3 diploma or an equivalent qualification
GCE Advanced Level qualifications in two subjects or an equivalent qualification
Mature learners aged over 21 may also be considered based on relevant management experience. Applicants following this route should confirm the experience requirements with the approved delivery centre before registering.
Learners who are not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of sufficient English-language competency in accordance with OTHM requirements and the centre’s admissions policy.
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Engaging in academic research and writing will help students to interpret and evaluate sources of information and evidence before becoming involved in the production of evidence based, logical, arguments. The aim of this unit is, therefore, to support the exploration of key topics which form part of the academic research and writing process so that learners will be able to achieve greater success and recognition in their studies.
Even though businesses are different in many ways, they do have some common features and are influenced by similar factors. This unit’s aim is to provide learners with the underpinning knowledge to contextualise and examine the fundamental factors which influence how a business operates within the context of its internal and external environment.
The effectiveness of a business’s approach to communication can often be critical to the achievement of strategic and operational objectives. The ways in which a business connects with its internal and external stakeholders, and overcomes different barriers to communication, will determine its short and long-term success. The aim of this unit is, therefore, to provide learners with the fundamental knowledge and skills to engage in meaningful and appropriate communication irrespective of the context in which the communication is located.
Having and effective finance and accounting function will not only help secure the financial strength of a business but will also support managers to develop and implement a business strategy. The aim of this unit is, therefore, to develop, in learners, the theoretical and applied knowledge to prepare, interpret and adjust financial statements alongside the preparation of budgets.
Having hard management and soft leadership skills is often stated by employers as being key to the success of a business but few people have sufficient quantities of both to make a significant impact on business operations and strategy. The aim of this unit, therefore, is to support a learner’s understanding of leadership as a role and management as a function so that they are able to develop the knowledge, skills and traits to make a meaningful contribution to a business’s success.
From a business perspective, the world is becoming a smaller place. Businesses need to be open to new ideas, new opportunities and a new way of operating. This means businesses need to expand and transform in what is a fast paced and dynamic environment. The aim of this unit is to encourage the exploration of key globalisation theories, concepts and models which will enable learners to gain an appreciation of the complexities of globalisation as well as the benefits globalisation presents to a business.
The Principles and Concepts of Strategy module explores the fundamental elements that guide strategic decision-making in organisations. It covers the analysis of internal and external environments, competitive positioning, and strategic resources and capabilities. Key frameworks such as SWOT, PESTEL, and Porter's Five Forces are examined to understand how they influence strategic choices. This unit also delves into the development and implementation of business strategies, emphasising the importance of alignment with organisational goals and the dynamic nature of the strategic landscape.
The ability to attract, develop and retain talented employees is a key factor in a business’s success. Human resource management has its focus on supporting and enhancing business success and performance through its strategic vision and operational functions. The aim of this unit is to introduce learners to the key human resource management principles and concepts so they can support a sustainable approach to people management through an understanding of the purpose and scope of the human resource management function.
The aim of this unit is to provide learners with a detailed understanding of the marketing planning process and to apply these principles to a variety of business contexts. The unit also provides a comprehensive understanding of environmental analysis and how this can lead to the development of appropriate objectives and strategies to enhance operational marketing performance.
All businesses and those employed by it must operate within the laws, legislation and regulations of the countries in which it conducts its activities. Some law only applies to specific types of business and their legal structure whereas other laws apply to any business irrespective of their operations and location. The aim of this unit is, therefore, to support a learner’s exploration of laws, legislation and regulations which apply in their home country and to different types of business.
Management accounting provides business managers with financial information required to achieve business objectives. This requires effective decision making based on the timeliness and accuracy of financial information. The aim of this unit is to provide learners with an awareness of the scope and purpose of management accounting, so they are able to support effective decision making within a business.
Many people dream of setting up their own business but are not aware of what is required, what support is available and what personal qualities are required. The aim of this unit, therefore, is to consolidate previous learning where learners employ the knowledge and skills of disciplines such as marketing and management to produce a viable business plan.
The OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business Management is an Ofqual-regulated UK qualification designed to develop practical business, leadership, finance, marketing, and management skills. It is equivalent to the first two years of a UK Bachelor's degree.
The qualification is assessed entirely through coursework and assignments. There are no written examinations. All assessments are internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by OTHM to ensure quality standards
Yes. Successful learners are eligible to progress directly to the final year (Year 3) of many UK Bachelor's degree programmes or continue to the OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Business Management, subject to university entry requirements.
The qualification is assessed entirely through coursework and assignments. There are no written examinations. All assessments are internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by OTHM to ensure quality standards
Yes. OTHM is a UK awarding organisation regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation). Qualifi qualifications are recognised internationally and are designed to support progression to higher-level study and professional development.
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