• Access Duration:  1 Year
• Awarded by: Qualifi
• Qualification Level:  Level 5
• Qualification Number: 601/6050/0
• Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 480
• Total Qualification Time (TQT): 1200
• Credits: 120

• Evaluate entrepreneurial thinking and its impact on the birth and growth of new businesses.
• Study the behaviour of an entrepreneur and the kinds of organisations that are entrepreneurial.
• See how corporate social responsibility, ethics, and culture affect the growth of your business.
• Examine the impact of globalisation and business trends on the strategy of an organization.
• Use growth models to critically think about business opportunities and growth obstacles.
• Plan new market entries using primary and secondary market research.
• Write an actionable business plan that demonstrates a market need and a way to beat the competition.
• Think about generating long-term revenue for social businesses and third-party organisations and innovate.

The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Business Enterprise is for those wishing to learn the specific business skills and business knowledge they will require to start, run or grow a business. It is perfect for people who want to start a business or manage growth in small and medium-sized companies in the future.

This course is ideal for:

• Aspiring entrepreneurs
• Business owners and founders
• Business development managers
• Marketing and sales professionals
• Operations managers
• Career changers moving into enterprise roles
• Returning learners updating their business skills
• CPD seekers aiming to formalise their enterprise expertise

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or over.
• You should normally hold a Level 3 or Level 4 qualification, or an equivalent qualification.
• You may also be considered if you have relevant work experience.

T&C apply

• No Formal Written Examinations: There are no formal written examinations specified for this qualification. Assessment is primarily through written assignments, with practical assessment where required.
• Internal Assessment: The internal assessment for this qualification is carried out by assessors at South London College and externally quality assured by Qualifi.
• Written Assignments: You will complete written assignments that assess the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for each unit. Where appropriate, you will draw on relevant organisational information, workplace examples and case studies to support your work.
• Grading: Your assessments are graded as Fail, Pass, Merit or Distinction.

This Ofqual regulated Level 5 Diploma is worth 120 credits and is equivalent to the second year of a Bachelor’s degree. It provides a direct route to the final year of a related Honours degree at a UK university and to professional study afterwards.

Next Steps for a Potential Academic Progression Pathway:

• Step 1: Qualifi Level 6 Diploma in Business Administration
• Step 2: Bachelor’s Degree (Honours) in Business Administration
• Step 3: Master’s Degree in Business Management

Alternative Pathways:

• Specialist CPD in business planning, digital marketing, or innovation management.
• Professional qualifications in leadership, project management, or social enterprise.

The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Business Enterprise develops your specialist knowledge and skills to enable you to follow enterprise-focused and business management careers in the UK.

Here are some career opportunities you could pursue as you gain experience and complete this qualification, along with approximate UK salaries. (Source: Glassdoor UK)

• Business Development Director – £70,000
• Marketing Manager – £44,000
• Operations Manager – £42,000
• Business Development Manager – £40,000
• Entrepreneur / Small Business Owner – £38,000
• Business Analyst – £36,000
• Start-up Founder – £32,000

Ofqual, the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulator is the regulator of qualifications, examinations and assessments in England. It regulates to assure regulated qualifications are consistent, maintain standards and are trusted by the public. Ofqual regulation describes the regulatory requirements that the awarding organisation and the qualification are subject to. The design of the qualification, assessment requirements and quality-assurance arrangements are the responsibility of the awarding organisation. Approved centres deliver and assess the qualification in accordance with those requirements. The qualification may lead to further study or relevant employment depending on the entry requirements of individual education providers and employers.