Entrepreneurship and Management

Course Overview

Start Date: Anytime
Location: Online
Study Pace: Flexible — up to 5 years
Qualifications: Level 4 Diploma (120 credits), Level 5 Diploma (120 credits), or Level 4 & 5 Combined (240 credits)
Assessment: Online written assignments
Includes: 1-to-1 tutor support & all materials
Ofqual Regulation: L4 Entrepreneurship (603/4238/9), L5 Business Management (601/6049/4)

This Qualifi-accredited programme develops the skills needed to launch or grow a business, manage teams, and lead innovation. Covering idea development, business planning, finance, marketing, and leadership, it provides a strong foundation for entrepreneurial and managerial careers. The combined Level 4 & 5 pathway is equivalent to the first two years of a UK undergraduate degree.

Career Progression

Graduates can move into roles such as:

Entrepreneur / Business Owner
Business or Operations Manager
Project Manager
Marketing or Innovation Manager
Management Consultant

You can also progress to the final year of a UK undergraduate degree in Business or Management.

How It Works

Enroll Anytime
Begin the course whenever you’re ready — no fixed start dates.
Study Online at Your Own Pace
Access all modules, materials, and resources through the online learning platform, with up to 5 years to complete your qualification.
Complete the Modules
Work through Level 4 and/or Level 5 content, including readings, activities, and guided learning.
Submit Written Assignments
Each module is assessed through a written assignment that you upload directly to the platform.
Receive 1-to-1 Tutor Support
Your personal tutor provides feedback, guidance, and academic support throughout your studies.
Earn Your Qualification
After passing all assignments, you receive your Qualifi-accredited diploma(s).
Progress to University or Employment
Use your Level 4 & 5 Diploma to enter the final year of a UK undergraduate degree or move into business, management, or entrepreneurship roles.

Course Structure

A fully online, 240-credit programme delivered through guided learning, independent study, and written assignments.

Level 4 Diploma: Core entrepreneurship skills — idea generation, business planning, finance, marketing, operations.
Level 5 Diploma: Advanced management — strategy, leadership, business development, organisational growth.

How It Works

Students can complete a Level 4 (120 credits), Level 5 (120 credits) or a combined Level 4 & 5 (240 credits) Qualifi Diploma in Entrepreneurship and Management — all designed to build the skills needed for success in the business world.

The course is delivered 100% online with flexible start dates. Each module at both levels includes 40 hours of guided learning plus 30–50 hours of optional activities, such as readings, exercises, case studies, and digital resources.

To achieve the qualification, you will complete:

10 written assignments at Level 4
6 written assignments at Level 5
Each assignment is approximately 2,000–3,000 words. Once completed, you’ll receive your Qualifi diploma and can progress to a UK university top-up degree.

Throughout your studies, you’ll benefit from 1-to-1 tutor support, webinars, social learning forums, and a wide range of additional resources to help you succeed.

You can explore further details on our Student Resources page, including academic standards, support services, and professional associations.

Click here to view a Level 4 Sample Certificate and Transcript
Click here to view a Level 5 Sample Certificate and Transcript

Course Modules

Level 4 Modules (Entrepreneurship)

Managing Business Operations – Core operational activities.
Business Environment – External factors shaping business.
Personal Effectiveness – Time, decisions, problem-solving.
The Entrepreneurial Manager – Entrepreneurial leadership.
Business Planning & Goal Setting – Setting and achieving objectives.
The Manager’s Toolkit – Essential management tools.
Managing Finance – Budgeting, accounting, financial control.
Managing Marketing – Marketing planning and strategy.
Psychology of Entrepreneurship – Entrepreneurial mindset.
Innovation & Creativity – Idea generation and creative techniques.

Level 5 Modules (Business Management)

The Entrepreneurial Manager – Skills for innovative leadership.
Organisational Structures – How organisations are designed.
Practical Accounting Analysis – Interpreting financial data.
Business Planning & Goal Setting – Strategic planning.
Politics & Business – Policy, regulation, and government impact.
Business Law – Key legal duties for managers.
Managing in Today’s World – Ethics, sustainability, and modern practice.
Performance Management – Improving employee performance.
Marketing & Sales Planning – Marketing and sales strategies.
Quantitative Skills – Data, numbers, and analysis.

Assignment Units

Level 4:

Managing operations • Business environment • Personal effectiveness • Entrepreneurial manager • Planning & goals • Manager’s toolkit • Finance • Marketing • Psychology • Innovation

Level 5:

Business development • Business models • Customer management • Changing environment • Risk management • Decision making

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

Am I eligible for this online business course ?

You must be at least 18 years old and have a full secondary education, meaning you must have a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent.

If you don’t have 2 A-levels or the equivalent, such as NVQ Level 3, you may also be able to enrol based on your work experience. To find out more, talk to one of our helpful team members at:

+40 743 543 039

To enrol on the Level 5 diploma , you must have completed the OTHM Level 4 Diploma .

Cost & Payments

Cost & payments

1. Level 4 & 5: £3,500
  1. Level 4: £2,900
  1. Level 5: £2,900
Students can make payment using one of the following methods:
- Credit or debit card
- Bank transfer
- PayPal

Career Progression

A Level 4/5 Diploma in Business Management offers a flexible route into a wide range of business roles. Learners gain practical skills in leadership, operations, strategy, and communication, preparing them for positions such as:

Operations Manager
Project Coordinator
Sales Manager
Marketing Executive
Office Manager
Account Manager

Graduates can also progress to a full bachelor’s degree via a university top-up year or continue with further professional business qualifications.

This qualification provides a strong foundation for building a successful career in business and management across multiple sectors.

University Options

University Progression

Once you’ve completed your online Level 4 & 5 Accounting and Business course you have the opportunity to complete a third-year Accounting and Business degree programme, known as a ‘BA top up’, from a wide range of UK universities.

Students can apply to any university offering the BA top up and you can choose to study for your degree either online or in-person on campus.

If you decide to top up to a full undergraduate degree through an accredited UK university, the costs are listed below.

Coventry University

Business Management and Leadership BA (Hons)– London Campus – £10,000

Business Management and Leadership BA (Hons)– Coventry Campus- £10,000

Northampton University

BSc (Hons) in International Accounting -£9,250

University of Derby

BSc (Hons) Business and Management– £5,200

Westcliff University

Business Administration – £11,655 (online) / £15,600 (on campus)

University of Hertfordshire