Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
Accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Upon completion, students receive the Foundation Chartered Manager status.
About this course
Why This Course
The Undergraduate Diploma in Business Management is a CMI-accredited qualification spanning Levels 4 and 5, designed for working adults who want a structured, credible, and flexible route into business management without full-time campus study.
Delivered entirely online and fully self-paced, this programme builds the core management and leadership skills that contemporary organisations depend on. Across twelve modules, you will develop practical expertise in communication, ethics, financial literacy, leadership, operations, marketing, project management, risk, entrepreneurship, HR, change management, and customer relationship management.
The curriculum connects theory directly to real workplace scenarios, equipping you to make sound decisions, solve complex problems, and contribute meaningfully to any organisation.
On completion, you hold a 240-credit CMI-accredited qualification, become eligible for Foundation Chartered Manager status, and gain direct entry to the final year of a BA (Hons) degree at Coventry University or the University of Essex.
Programme Modules
What You'll Study
Study the disciplines that matter most, from finance and marketing to leadership, operations, and sustainability, all connected directly to your working life.
Inside the programme
Your Learning Journey
Key learning outcomes
This qualification gives you the management credentials, practical skills, and professional recognition to advance your career with confidence.
You will graduate with a 240-credit CMI-accredited undergraduate diploma and become eligible for Foundation Chartered Manager status through CMI, a respected professional designation that demonstrates management capability to employers across every sector globally.
Across twelve modules, you will have developed expertise spanning communication, finance, leadership, operations, marketing, risk, entrepreneurship, HR, and change management. These are not abstract academic concepts. They are the practical skills that effective managers use every day.
The qualification also provides direct entry to the final year of the BA (Hons) in Business Management and Leadership at Coventry University or the BA (Hons) in Business and Management at the University of Essex, bringing a full UK bachelor's degree within reach.
Check Your Eligibility
Entry Requirements
This programme is designed for motivated people who are ready to invest in their future. Here is what we look for.
If you have formal qualifications:
- Two A-levels, a Level 3 qualification, a Foundation award, or equivalent, plus a minimum age of 18.
- If English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent is required. A free online English assessment is available if you are unsure of your level.
Or
If you do not have formal qualifications:
- GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above, plus at least three years of relevant work experience.
- The same English language and age requirements apply.
Accreditation
Programme Accreditations and Recognitions
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
LIBT is a member of the prestigious Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA)
LIBT is a full member of the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA).
Continue your journey
Where this takes you next.
On successful completion you may progress directly into:
Fees & Payment
Regionalised Pricing and Flexible Payment Plans
We offer regional discounts to keep education accessible worldwide. Select your country of residence below to get your local fee.
Tier 1
£4,320
Application feeFree
Pay in full (5% off)£4,104
12 Instalments£360 × 12
Awarding Body
Why choose the London Institute of Business and Technology
The London Institute of Business and Technology (LIBT) is a British online institution committed to making world-class professional education accessible to working adults everywhere. We deliver accredited, industry-aligned qualifications to learners in more than 100 countries, combining rigorous academic standards with the flexibility that busy professionals need to advance their careers without pausing them.
Quality and Regulation
LIBT is a full member of the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA), the UK's independent body responsible for safeguarding standards and improving the quality of higher education. This membership confirms that LIBT's programmes, processes, and academic practices meet the rigorous standards expected of a recognised UK higher education provider.
Our qualifications are further recognised and regulated by Ofqual, the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation, an executive non-departmental public body of the UK Government, through our partnerships with ATHE and Qualifi. LIBT is also recognised by the Awards for Training and Higher Education (ATHE).
Professional Accreditations and Endorsements
LIBT holds accreditation and endorsement from some of the UK's most respected professional bodies:
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) accredits and endorses a range of LIBT programmes, recognising them as meeting CMI's rigorous standards for management and leadership education. Completing a CMI-accredited programme at LIBT makes graduates eligible for Chartered Manager status, one of the most respected professional designations in management globally.
The Association for Project Management (APM) has recognised LIBT's Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management under its Pathway 2 Recognised Assessment for the Chartered Project Professional (ChPP) designation, making LIBT one of a select group of institutions whose assessment meets APM's professional standard.
University Partnerships
LIBT's qualifications are designed as direct pathways to prestigious university degrees. On completing an LIBT diploma, graduates gain advanced entry to the final taught stage or dissertation of a master's, bachelor's, or doctoral degree at one of our partner universities, without repeating what they have already studied.
LIBT's current university partners include:
University of London — Global MBA and specialist MBA pathways in Accountancy, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Finance, Health, Law, and Leadership
Coventry University — Global Business MBA, MSc in Business and Organisational Psychology, MSc in International Project Management, MA in Education, and BA (Hons) in Business Management and Leadership
University of Lancashire (UCLan) — LLB (Hons) Law, MSc in Finance and Management, and BSc (Hons) in Cyber Security and Networking
University of Portsmouth — MSc in Security and Risk (Work-based, for military personnel)
University of Essex — BA (Hons) in Business and Management
University of Wolverhampton — International MBA
Acacia University (USA) — Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA), advanced entry
These articulation agreements are based on each university's independent review of LIBT's learning programmes and outcomes, confirming that LIBT graduates arrive academically prepared for degree-level progression.
Our Commitment
LIBT believes that a demanding professional life should never be a barrier to academic achievement. Every programme we offer is built to the highest standard of academic rigour, delivered with the flexibility working professionals require, and recognised by the institutions and professional bodies that matter most to employers worldwide.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this diploma designed for?
This programme is designed for aspiring managers, team leaders, supervisors, and working adults who want a credible undergraduate-level qualification in business management without committing to full-time campus study. It is equally suited to those entering management for the first time and to experienced professionals who want to formalise their practical knowledge with a recognised academic qualification and CMI accreditation.
What does CMI accreditation mean for this programme?
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) is the UK's leading professional body for managers. CMI accreditation means this programme meets its rigorous standards for management education. Upon completion, you become eligible for Foundation Chartered Manager status through CMI, a recognised professional designation that demonstrates management competence to employers across every industry and geography where business management credentials are valued.
Can I study while working full time?
Yes. The programme is 100% online and fully self-paced, so you study when your schedule allows. There are no examinations and no fixed class times. Assessment is through practical written assignments that you can anchor to real organisations and workplace situations, making your academic work immediately relevant to your current role and professional environment.
How does the BA (Hons) degree pathway work?
Completing this 240-credit diploma provides direct entry to the final year of the BA (Hons) in Business Management and Leadership at Coventry University or the BA (Hons) in Business and Management at the University of Essex. You bypass the first two years of a traditional degree and complete only the final year, earning a full UK bachelor's degree efficiently.
Can I complete this diploma faster than 15 months?
Yes. The programme is fully self-paced, so you can progress as quickly as your commitments allow. Learners with prior qualifications or relevant professional experience may also be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), which can reduce the number of modules required and shorten your total completion time. Contact our admissions team to explore your options before applying.
What support is available once I enrol?
You will have 24-hour access to on-demand tutoring at no additional cost. Tutors are reachable via email, phone, or video call. Your learning platform provides continuous access to recorded lectures, course materials, and optional supplementary resources. If personal or professional circumstances require you to pause your studies, our student support team can arrange a formal deferral with no loss of completed credits.