OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Business Management

The course provides all the necessary information about making an excellent career in various business organizations. Ultimately, the learner should be much more confident with detailed knowledge about business management and the environment.
The learner will get detailed information on the contents: business communication and environment, global business environment, business functions including people management, quantitative methods in business and more. The course also enables the learner to understand the core principles of business management. The learner also acquires skills in business administration. The course also provides knowledge regarding business strategies and business strategy formulation.

Key Benefits

The qualification will benefit learners to:

• Manage business communication activities.
• Understand the business environment and organisations in the context of global and multinational enterprises.
• Know the functions of a business, including people management.
• Know quantitative business methods.
• Understand finance for managers.
• Completing the OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Business Management allows learners to a wide range of academic progressions, including progression to relevant OTHM Level 5 Diplomas.
• The qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation).

Key Highlights

• Wishing to move to a management career in your organisation with ease? Then, OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Business Management is the ideal starting point for your career journey.
• SBTL delivers a Level 4 Diploma in Business Management depicted by OTHM, a full member of FAB(Federation of Awarding Bodies) aims to provide learners with general knowledge with specialised orientation.
• Remember! The assessment for the qualification is done based on assignments only, and you do not need to worry about writing any exam.
• With the School of Business and Technology London, you can complete the qualification at your own pace choosing online or blended learning from the comfort of your home.
• Learning and pathway materials and study guides developed by our OTHM approved tutors who would be available around the clock in our cutting-edge learning management system.
• Most importantly, at the School of Business and Technology London, we will provide comprehensive tutor support through our dedicated support desk.
• If you choose your course with blended learning, you will also enjoy live sessions with an assigned tutor, which you can book at your convenience.

Units

• Research andAcademic Writing
• Business Environment
• Introduction to Business Communication
• Introduction to Quantitative Methods
• Introduction to Business Functions
• Introduction to Finance

Assessment

The delivering Centre will internally assess all units. All of the units are assessed by coursework and this may include the production of portfolios, presentations, practical projects, and staff observations. None of the units requires you to sit a formal examination.

Students will need to show that they meet each of the assessment criteria detailed within each unit, to the required standard for the level of the unit.

Diploma Certificates will be awarded following assessment of the candidate’s course works. A qualified tutor will examine the evidence and make a decision, which is verified by the external verifier and passed for certification. To be awarded the certificates, candidates must pass all the six units. Candidates need to achieve 40% mark in order to pass each unit. The achievement (pass) rates for this qualification are outstanding.

About Awarding Body

OTHM is an established and recognised Awarding Organisation (Certification Body) launched in 2003. OTHM has already made a mark in the UK and global online education scenario by creating and maintaining a user-friendly and skill based learning environment. OTHM has both local and international recognition which aids OTHM graduates to enhance their employability skills as well as allowing them to join degree and/or Master top-up programmes.

OTHM qualifications has assembled a reputation for maintaining significant skills in a wide range of job roles and industries which comprises Business Studies, Leadership, Tourism and Hospitality Management, Health and Social Care, Information Technology, Accounting and Finance, Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

Delivery Method

School of Business & Technology London provides various flexible delivery methods to its learners, including online learning and blended learning. Thus, learners can choose the mode of study as per their choice and convenience. The program is self-paced and accomplished through our cutting-edge Learning Management System. Learners can interact with tutors by messaging through the SBTL Support Desk Portal System to discuss the course materials, get guidance and assistance and request assessment feedbacks on assignments.

We at SBTL offer outstanding support and infrastructure for both online and blended learning. We indeed pursue an innovative learning approach where traditional regular classroom-based learning is replaced by web-based learning and incredibly high support level. Learners enrolled at SBTL are allocated a dedicated tutor, whether online or blended learning, who provide learners with comprehensive guidance and support from start to finish.

The significant difference between blended learning and online learning methods at SBTL is the Block Delivery of Online Live Sessions. Learners enrolled at SBTL on blended learning are offered a block delivery of online live sessions, which can be booked in advance on their convenience at additional cost. These live sessions are relevant to the learners' program of study and aim to enhance the student's comprehension of research, methodology and other essential study skills. We try to make these live sessions as communicating as possible by providing interactive activities and presentations.

Resources and Support

School of Business & Technology London is dedicated to offering excellent support on every step of your learning journey. School of Business & Technology London occupies a centralised tutor support desk portal. Our support team liaises with both tutors and learners to provide guidance, assessment feedback, and any other study support adequately and promptly. Once a learner raises a support request through the support desk portal (Be it for guidance, assessment feedback or any additional assistance), one of the support team members assign the relevant to request to an allocated tutor. As soon as the support receives a response from the allocated tutor, it will be made available to the learner in the portal. The support desk system is in place to assist the learners adequately and streamline all the support processes efficiently.

Quality learning materials made by industry experts is a significant competitive edge of the School of Business & Technology London. Quality learning materials comprised of structured lecture notes, study guides, practical applications which includes real-world examples, and case studies that will enable you to apply your knowledge. Learning materials are provided in one of the three formats, such as PDF, PowerPoint, or Interactive Text Content on the learning portal.

Why gain OTHM Qualification

• Industry-focused programmes which meet global standards.
• Programs reviewed by highly qualified experts in the relevant sector.
• Career enhancement through providing advanced knowledge and skills which meets the 21st-century employer needs.
• Availability of globally approved centres for enrolling in the desired program.
• Availability of flexible study options.

This OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Business Management qualification is for the learners who wants an excellent foundation for building a career in a range of organisations. It is designed to ensure each learner is ‘business ready’: a confident, independent thinker with a detailed knowledge of business and management and equipped with the skills to adapt rapidly to change. The qualification will provide learners with the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills associated with the business activities, policies, procedures and processes required to work effectively in a business environment. The units combine both theoretical and practical knowledge in the areas of academic and research skills, business and global operations, finance and accounting, business communication, leadership and team working.

For entry onto the OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Business Management qualification, learners must possess:

• Relevant NQF/QCF/RQF Level 3 Award/Diploma, GCE/GCSE, or equivalent qualification.
• Mature learners (over 21) with management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience before registering for the programme).
• Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course.
• English requirements: Learner not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information visit English Language Expectations page in this website.

The OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Business Management can open many career pathways including, but not limited to:

• Project Co-ordinator; with an estimated average salary of £28,229 per annum
• Financial Analyst; with an estimated average salary of £32,500 per annum
• Project Manager; with an estimated average salary of £34,450 per annum