Diploma in Business Management

The QUALIFI Level 5 Diploma in Business Management builds on the foundation of Level 4, advancing learners’ understanding of strategic and operational business management. This qualification focuses on complex, real-world organisational challenges, encouraging learners to think critically, make informed decisions, and develop creative, practical solutions to business problems.

Through an action-based learning approach, students will strengthen their analytical, leadership, and problem-solving abilities while gaining valuable workplace experience. This programme is ideal for individuals aiming to progress into senior management roles or continue their studies towards a full undergraduate degree in business or related fields.

Completing the QUALIFI Level 5 Diplomas will enable learners to progress to:

• QUALIFI Level 6 Diploma in related areas.
• Bachelor’s degree final year.
• Employment in an associated profession.

1. To understand and apply the principles of leadership in a business environment
2. Review and apply the principles of business management within industry
3. To understand and apply the principles of management in a specific environment
4. To improve the employability of learners by allowing them to explore the relationship between management theories and their practical application in the business world.
5. Analyse problem solving techniques specific to business and industry
6. Select, collate, review and analyse information form a wide range of sources
7. Effectively use verbal and communication skills
8. Work independently and as part of a team
9. Manage one’s own personal development and growth

The Qualification is made up of 6 units. All units are mandatory and required by learners to be awarded the Level 5 Diploma in Business Management.

• Responding to the Changing Business Environment
• Effective Decision Making
• Business Development
• Business Models and Growing Organisations
• Customer Management
• Risk Management and Organisations