The OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma qualifications are equivalent to the first and second years of a university degree. Learners will study level 4 and 5 units, worth 120 credits per academic year with a total credit value of 240 credits. The Level 4 units lay the foundations of learning by providing an introduction to relevant topics. The Level 5 units allow learners to specialise and progress into specific occupational areas.
Relevant Level 3 Diploma qualification or equivalent qualification
GCE Advanced level in 2 subjects or equivalent qualification
Mature learners (over 21) with relevant management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience prior to registering for the programme)
English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country, they must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information visit the English Language Expectations page on the OTHM website.
B.Sc. (Hons) Global Business Management
Semester 1
Academic Writing and Research Skills
Business Operations
Communication in Business
Semester 2
Finance and Accounting
Leading and Managing Teams
Operating in a Global Context
Semester 3
Principals and Concepts of Strategy
The Management of Human Resources
Marketing for Managers
Semester 4
Business Law for Managers
Management Accounting for Decision Making
Business Start-up; Conception to Market
Business Management students have access to a wide range of career opportunities across industries due to the versatility of their skills. They can begin as management trainees, business analysts, or marketing executives, and gradually move into leadership roles such as project managers, operations managers, or HR professionals. Careers are available in corporate firms, consulting, finance, supply chain, and the public sector, as well as in NGOs and international organizations. Many graduates also pursue entrepreneurship, launching their own ventures or working in start-ups. With growing demand for digital transformation, roles in e-commerce, data analytics, and sustainability are also expanding. Business Management graduates can pursue careers both locally and internationally, with opportunities for rapid career growth.