Entrepreneurship and Management
University first & Second year courses

Start date: Anytime
Location: Online
Study pace: Flexible, you have up to 5 years to complete this course
Qualifications: Level 4 Qualifi diploma (120 credits) , Level 5 diploma (120 credits) or Level 4 & 5 diploma (240 credits)
Assessment: Online written assignments
Includes: 1-2-1 tutor support, FREE DISC test*, all course materials and more
Ofqual Link: Level 4 Diploma in Entrepreneurship
Ofqual Link: Level 5 Diploma in Business Management
Dream of starting your own business or leading innovative projects around the world? From developing business plans and securing funding to managing teams and scaling operations – our Entrepreneurship and Management Course can set you on the path to success.
Accredited by Ofqual and recognised by leading business organisations, our online Entrepreneurship and Management course covers everything from idea generation, business planning, and financial management to marketing, team leadership, and strategic growth.
With personalised 1-2-1 expert tutoring support, our programme will deepen your understanding of the entrepreneurial landscape. As the industry evolves, studying Entrepreneurship and Management will equip you with the skills needed for a diverse range of high-level careers in a competitive market.
The Level 4 Diploma in Entrepreneurship and the Level 5 Diploma in Business Management is a 240-credit course designed to provide business managers and the CEO’s of tomorrow with the skills needed to succeed in business, with a specific focus on innovation and entrepreneurship within medium to large businesses.
The Management and Entrepreneurship course at Level 4 and 5 is equivalent to the first two years of an undergraduate course, allowing learners to progress onto the final year of an undergraduate degree programme at a UK university.
This course is eligible for ELCAS funding.
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How it works?

Students on our Entrepreneurship and Management course can complete a Level 4 (120 credits), Level 5 (120 credits) or a combined Level 4 & 5 (240 credits) diploma, designed to provide students with the skills needed to succeed in the business industry.

The course is completed online and you can start at any time, it’s completely flexible. Each module (Level 4 & Level 5) consists of 40 hours of guided online learning, with an additional 30-50 hours worth of optional materials that include recommended exercises, readings, digital resources and self-test tasks.

To complete the course you’ll submit 10 online assignments at Level 4 and 6 online assignments at Level 5. Assignments are approximately 2,000-3,000 words each.

Once you’ve passed your course, you’ll be awarded with a Qualifi diploma and you’ll be able to top up your qualification to a bachelor’s degree at a range of UK universities.

During this Entrepreneurship and Management course you’ll have access to 1-2-1 tutor support and webinars, social learning forums and additional materials to complete your diploma with ease. You can find out more about the support you’ll have available on our Student Resources page.

Course Modules

Level 4 Module Listing

Managing Business Operations: Understand key aspects of business operations and their role in the wider business environment.
Business Environment: Explore external factors that affect businesses and develop strategies for managing change.
Personal Effectiveness: Develop skills for learning, time management, problem-solving, decision-making, and managing stress.
The Entrepreneurial Manager: Explore different perspectives on entrepreneurial management and its role in organizational change and development.
Business Planning and Goal Setting: Identify mechanisms for setting and achieving organizational goals.
The Manager’s Toolkit: Learn about various management tools and their applications.
Managing and Using Finance: Understand the use and management of finance within an organization, including accounting and financial reporting.
Managing and Using Marketing: Explore marketing as a key management tool, including marketing planning and the role of internal and external marketing.
Psychology of Entrepreneurship: Understand the psychological principles related to entrepreneurial business management.
Innovation and Creativity: Explore the role of innovation and creativity in organizations, including models and techniques for facilitating their use.

Level 5 module listing

The Entrepreneurial Manager: Explore the characteristics and skills of entrepreneurs, including innovation, risk-taking, leadership, and problem-solving.
Organisational Structures: Understand the factors that influence organisational structure, such as size, industry, culture, and strategy.
Practical Accounting Analysis: Analyse accounts to gain insights into financial performance, identify trends, and inform decision-making.
Business Planning and Goal Setting: Develop clear goals and objectives for a business, create a strategic plan, and allocate resources effectively.
Politics and Business: Explore the impact of political factors on business, including government policies, regulations, and economic conditions.
Business Law: Understand the legal responsibilities of managers, including employment law, contract law, and corporate governance.
Managing in Today’s World: Explore modern business practices, such as sustainability, corporate social responsibility, and ethical leadership.
Performance Management: Improve employee and business performance through strategies such as performance reviews, goal setting, and training and development.
Marketing and Sales Planning: Develop a comprehensive marketing and sales plan, including market research, target market identification, product positioning, and sales strategies.
Quantitative Skills: Acquire knowledge of numeric exercises and their application in business, including financial analysis, data analysis, and statistical modelling.

Assignment Unit Titles:

The assignment unit titles for the Level 4 course are:

Managing business operations
Business environment
Personal effectiveness
The entrepreneurial manager
Business planning and goal setting
The manager’s toolkit
Managing and using finance
Managing and using marketing
Psychology and entrepreneurship
Innovation and creativity

The assignment unit titles for the Level 5 course are:

Business development
Business models and growing organisations
Customer management
Responding to the changing business environment
Risk management and organisations.
Effective decision making

Am I eligible for this online
course ?

To enrol in our Level 4 Entrepreneurship and Management 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/

To enrol on the Level 5 Entrepreneurship and Management course, you must have completed the Level 4 diploma in Entrepreneurship and Management.

University Progression

Once you’ve completed your online Level 4 & 5 Entrepreneurship course, you’ll have the opportunity to complete a third-year Top-Up degree, known as a ‘BA Top-Up’, at a wide range of UK universities.

Students can apply to any university offering the BA Top-Up, and you can choose to study either online or in person on campus.

Here are some examples of universities offering Top-Up degree opportunities:

Coventry University
- Business Management and Leadership BA (Hons) – London Campus
- Business Management and Leadership BA (Hons) – Coventry Campus
University of Northampton
- BSc (Hons) in International Accounting
University of Derby
- BSc (Hons) Business and Management
Westcliff University
- Business Administration (Online and On Campus Options)
University of Hertfordshire
- BA (Hons) Business Administration
- BA (Hons) Business Administration (Top-Up) (Online)
University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN)
- BA (Hons) Business Management
Edinburgh Napier University
- BA in Business Management
- BA in Business and Enterprise
- BA in Sales Management
University of Sunderland – On Campus
- BA (Hons) Business and Management
University of Bolton
- BSc (Hons) Business with Finance (Top-Up)
University of Cumbria – On Campus
- BA (Hons) Global Business Management
- BA (Hons) International Business Management

Note: UK/EU students may be eligible for student loans for the top-up portion of their studies. Visit www.slc.co.uk for more information.

All our courses are led by UK-based tutors, with student work assessed by qualified UK assessors. To maintain the highest standards, all assessments are further quality-checked by the awarding body. Progression is fully supported by our experienced BCM Academy Mentors, who guide students every step of the way.

Entrepreneurship and Management University first & Second year courses

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Entrepreneurship and Management
University first & Second year courses