MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS
Level 4 Diploma in Entrepreneurship
Empower Your Ambition – Build the Foundation for Entrepreneurial Success
Course Overview
The Level 4 Diploma in Entrepreneurship is designed to provide a robust introduction to the core principles of business management and entrepreneurship. This qualification equips learners with the practical knowledge, strategic mindset, and personal development skills essential for launching ventures or excelling in a dynamic business environment.
The programme explores the internal and external factors impacting modern businesses and enables learners to cultivate their potential as entrepreneurs, managers, and future business leaders.
Delivered through a combination of classroom-based learning, independent study, and applied projects, this diploma awards 120 credits across 10 mandatory units.
Entry Requirements
To enrol in the Level 4 Diploma in Entrepreneurship, applicants must:
- Hold a Level 3 qualification (such as A-Levels or vocational awards), or
- Have relevant workplace experience in a business-related role and demonstrate the drive for professional development.
- In exceptional cases, applicants without formal qualifications but with substantial work experience may be admitted after a successful interview and assessment.
- For non-native English speakers, IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) is required.
Qualification Structure
Unit Title |
Level |
TQT |
Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
Managing Business Operations |
4 |
120 |
12 |
Business Environment |
4 |
120 |
12 |
Personal Effectiveness |
4 |
120 |
12 |
The Entrepreneurial Manager |
4 |
120 |
12 |
Business Planning and Goal Setting |
4 |
120 |
12 |
The Manager’s Toolkit |
4 |
120 |
12 |
Managing and Using Finance |
4 |
120 |
12 |
Managing and Using Marketing |
4 |
120 |
12 |
Psychology of Entrepreneurship |
4 |
120 |
12 |
Innovation and Creativity |
4 |
120 |
12 |
Total |
— |
1200 |
120 |
Key Outcomes
By completing this diploma, learners will be able to:
- Understand and apply leadership and management principles in real-world business environments.
- Analyse the relationship between management theory and practical application.
- Improve employability by acquiring workplace-relevant knowledge and capabilities.
- Apply structured problem-solving techniques to entrepreneurial scenarios.
- Select, interpret, and critically evaluate information from diverse business sources.
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, within a professional setting.
- Work independently and collaboratively within teams.
- Take responsibility for personal and professional growth.
These outcomes align with Level 4 qualification equivalencies, preparing learners for the demands of higher education or business practice.
Duration and Delivery
- Delivered via classroom, blended, or online formats with tutor support.
- Tutors are required to hold relevant qualifications and undergo ongoing CPD.
- Learners are supported with handbooks, timetables, and personal tutor guidance.
- All assessments are internally marked and externally verified by Qualifi.
- Assessment includes:
- Assignments
- Reports
- Practical projects
- Presentations
Assessment and Verification
TQT activities include:
- Independent research and coursework
- Unsupervised learning and webinars
- Portfolio development
- Practical project work
GLH includes:
- Classroom or webinar teaching
- Real-time tutor support
- Supervised assessments and tutorials
Career & Progression Opportunities
After successfully completing the diploma, learners can:
- Progress to the Level 5 Diploma in Business Management or Business Enterprise.
- Enter Year 2 of a relevant undergraduate degree in business or entrepreneurship (subject to university acceptance).
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Pursue entry-level roles in:
- Business development
- Marketing and sales
- Startup ventures
- SME operations
- Business administration