This diploma develops advanced business, leadership, research, operations, finance, sustainability and strategic HR capabilities for learners progressing toward senior management, postgraduate stud...
The OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Business Management is an Ofqual-regulated qualification designed to build advanced business and management competence through a structured, mandatory unit programme.
Ofqual-regulated Level 6 qualification
120 credits in total
1200 Total Qualification Time (TQT)
480 Guided Learning Hours (GLH)
6 mandatory units
Pass/Fail grading with coursework assessment
The OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Business Management is designed to provide learners with an excellent foundation for a career in a range of organisations. It aims to ensure each learner is business ready, becoming a confident and independent thinker with detailed business and management knowledge and the ability to adapt rapidly to change.
Builds advanced knowledge across core business management functions
Develops practical managerial, analytical, and decision-making capability
Strengthens leadership, people management, and team effectiveness skills
Enhances understanding of finance, operations, and sustainability in business
Develops independent business research and evidence-based thinking
Supports progression to postgraduate study and career advancement
This qualification develops the knowledge, understanding, and applied skills required to perform effectively in modern business and management environments.
Understand theories of leadership and people management and apply leadership skills to improve motivation and performance
Develop and carry out an independent business research project using appropriate research methods, analysis, evaluation, and presentation techniques
Understand the nature, importance, and strategic role of operations management and apply operational planning and quality improvement techniques
Analyse financial information, finance sources, budgeting, cash flow, investment appraisal, and business accountability for decision making
Understand the global sustainability agenda, sustainable business organisation, triple bottom line, and sustainable strategic planning
Understand strategic human resource management frameworks, HR strategy formulation, implementation, and contemporary SHRM issues
This course is intended for learners seeking to progress in business and management roles or continue to higher-level academic study.
Learners with a relevant Level 5 qualification seeking progression
Aspiring managers preparing for senior business responsibilities
Supervisors and team leaders developing broader management capability
Professionals moving into private sector business roles
Professionals moving into public sector business roles
Learners aiming for postgraduate or Level 7 progression
Entry onto this qualification is based on OTHM’s published requirements and suitability for Level 6 study.
Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 5 diploma or an equivalent recognised qualification, or mature learner status with management experience subject to centre approval
Learners must be at least 18 years old at the beginning of the course and, if not from a majority English-speaking country, must provide evidence of English language competency
The qualification is assessed through coursework. All units are internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by OTHM, and achievement is based on meeting all specified learning outcomes and assessment criteria.
Assessment method: coursework
Units are internally assessed by the delivery centre
Assessment decisions are externally verified by OTHM
Grading is Pass/Fail and learners must achieve all learning outcomes and assessment criteria
Successful completion of this qualification provides opportunities for both academic and professional progression. As an Ofqual-regulated Level 6 qualification, it supports entry to relevant higher-level study routes.
Progression to relevant OTHM Level 7 Diplomas
Eligibility for direct entry into relevant Master’s degree programmes
Progression toward senior management and specialist business roles
Enhanced professional recognition and career development opportunities
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