Applicants must meet one of the following academic entry requirements:

• Hold one A Level or equivalent, or an appropriate school leaving certificate considered to be at a similar level
• Have achieved at least a Pass in the NCC Education Level 3 Diploma in Business, Extended Diploma in Business or an equivalent qualification
• Have achieved at least a Pass in the NCC Education Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for International Studies

The qualification and assessment are suitable for learners aged 18 and above.

Course Fee: £4,500

The course fee includes access to online learning materials, assessments, tutor support and the student learning portal.

Payment Options:

• Full payment
• Instalment payment options may be available
• Online payment through the student portal

Please contact the admissions team for further information regarding payment arrangements.

Learners must complete five core units, and select three elective units.

Core Units

Leadership and Entrepreneurship

This unit develops the knowledge, behaviours and skills required for effective leadership within entrepreneurial and organisational contexts. Learners examine leadership styles, communication, motivation, ethical and inclusive leadership, entrepreneurial decision-making, innovation and approaches to managing change.

Project Management

This unit introduces the principles and tools used to plan, manage and evaluate projects. Learners explore project lifecycles, scope, objectives, project teams, budgets, Gantt charts and critical path analysis, with particular consideration given to corporate responsibility and sustainability projects.

Corporate Responsibility within Sustainable Business

This unit explores corporate responsibility and sustainable business and their importance in responding to ethical, social and environmental challenges. Learners examine governance, stakeholder expectations, sustainability frameworks and how responsible business principles can be incorporated into organisational strategy and operations.

Understanding Business Finance

This unit develops learners’ understanding of business finance and the financial environment in which organisations operate. Learners explore financial analysis, planning and management while developing the skills and competencies required to evaluate financial information and contribute to effective business decision-making.

Organisational Culture and Collaboration

This unit examines organisational culture and the influence it has on employee behaviour, decision-making, performance and teamwork. Learners explore cultural models, leadership, collaboration and conflict management and consider how organisational culture can be developed to support effective and diverse teams.

Elective Units

Learners must select three of the following four elective units.

Business Law

This unit introduces the legal framework governing business activities and develops learners’ ability to recognise and analyse legal issues affecting organisations. Areas covered include business structures, company law, contracts, employment contracts, tort, consumer protection, bankruptcy and debt recovery.

Expert eBusiness

This unit explores the concept, application and development of eBusiness and the reasons organisations invest in digital business models. Learners examine online business strategies, digital technologies, eCommerce applications and the opportunities and challenges associated with operating within a changing digital environment.

International Business

This unit examines the opportunities and challenges involved in expanding a business internationally. Learners explore international market selection, financial viability, cultural differences, international partnerships, market analysis, international marketing and the preparation of business cases for overseas expansion.

Applying Marketing

This unit develops learners’ understanding of marketing through practical and real-world business applications. Learners explore the marketing mix, strategic and market planning, consumer behaviour, market research, segmentation, targeting and the social, technological, economic, legal and ethical factors that influence marketing decisions.

Successful completion of the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business, with a minimum grade of Pass, provides progression to the NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Business and other qualifications at the same level.

NCC Education states that the Level 4 Diploma in Business is equivalent to the first year of a UK undergraduate degree.

Following successful completion, learners can apply to universities in the UK and internationally that recognise NCC Education qualifications and may be eligible to apply for direct entry to Year 2 of a related Bachelor’s degree in Business or Management with Advanced Standing.