Please note: The ATHE Level 5 Diploma in Business and Management (QN: 603/3349/2) (60 credits) is being withdrawn for registrations from Friday 29th December 2023 and there will be no certifications for this qualification after 30th April 2025.

New Level 5 Business and Management

Introduction
The ATHE Level 5 Diploma in Business and Management is a 60 credit Ofqual Regulated Qualification equivalent to the second year of a bachelor’s degree.

This is a core qualification available to existing and interested centres of ATHE.

Grading
Graded with Pass, or Fail.
Advanced learner loans available in the UK – to check if funding is available see the latest Qualification Catalogue here.
For the progression routes visit our progression routes page.

Delivery Mode
This qualification can be delivered either via distance learning or blended, part-time or full-time.

Qualification Specification
To view the specification, please click here.

ypical Age

This qualification is designed for learners who are typically aged 18 and above.

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 Management or an ATHE Level 4 Diploma in Business and Administrative Management
• other equivalent international qualifications
• Learners may also have relevant work experience.

Language

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

Learners must complete 2 mandatory units and 2 optional (opt) units.