The effective management of an organisation’s human resources (HR) is a critical component of its success. As a result, highly trained and qualified HR professionals can rise to the highest levels of an organisation.
The advantage of ABE’s HR qualification stream is that you gain a specialism combined with a high level of knowledge of business management in general. Being able to offer HR expertise, together with wide-ranging strategic understanding of business management, provides holders of these qualifications with an enviable skill set which will prove invaluable as they progress to senior management. It also has the potential to give a wider range of career options than a pure HR qualification.
Entrepreneurialism is also embedded throughout the programmes. This is a great benefit as employers increasingly value staff who demonstrate entrepreneurial abilities and, in an ever-changing job market, having the know-how to create your own business is an invaluable life skill.
In addition, our full Diplomas all carry 120 academic credits, which means they match with the stages of a Bachelors degree and offer clear progression.
Qualifications available
- ABE Level 4 Diploma in Business Management and Human Resources
- ABE Level 5 Diploma in Business Management and Human Resources
- ABE Level 6 Diploma in Business Management and Human Resources
ABE Level 4 Diploma in Business Management and Human Resources
(Equivalent to YEAR 1 OF A 3 YEAR Degree Course in UK)
Duration: One Academic Session
Gain a thorough grounding in contemporary Business Management with a particular focus on principles of Human Resources (HR). Year one of a Bachelors degree is at the same level.
This qualification provides a thorough grounding in contemporary Business Management with a particular focus on principles of Human Resources (HR). It will also provide you with tools to work on your own self development and the know-how to become recognised as a successful and valuable employee. It is at the same level of difficulty as the first year of a Bachelors degree.
Qualification Objective
The objectives of the ABE Level 4 Diploma in Business Management and Human Resources are as follows:
- To equip learners with business skills, knowledge and the understanding necessary to achieve high
performance in the global business environment - To provide education and training for a range of careers in business, including management, human resources and marketing
- To provide insight and understanding into international business operations and the opportunities and
challenges presented by a globalised market place - To equip learners with knowledge and understanding of culturally diverse organisations, cross-cultural issues, diversity and values
- To provide opportunities for learners to enter or progress in employment in business, or progress to higher education qualifications
- To provide opportunities for learners to develop the skills, techniques and personal attributes essential for successful working lives
- To provide opportunities for those learners with a global outlook to aspire to international career pathways
- To provide opportunities for learners to achieve a nationally-recognised professional qualification
- To offer learners the chance of career progression in their chosen field
- To allow flexibility of study and to meet local or specialist needs
Admission Requirement
- Candidate must possess Credit passes in at least five subjects, including English Language, Mathematics
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) using the stipulated learning outcomes and assessment criteria from the qualification or unit.
Qualification Structure
The ABE Level 4 Diploma in Business Management and Human Resources consists of four core mandatory, three mandatory, and one specialist mandatory units. There are no optional units in this qualification. To be awarded the ABE Level 4 Diploma in Business Management learners must achieve a minimum of a Pass in all units.
Qualification Number: 603/1573/8
Number of Units: 8
Guided Learning Hours: 600
Credits: 120
| ABE Unit Code | Unit Title | Level | GLH | Credits | Assessment method from 2020* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core Mandatory Units | |||||
| 4UDBE | Dynamic Business Environments | 4 | 75 | 15 | Examination |
| 4UEO | Enterprising Organisations | 4 | 75 | 15 | Examination |
| 4UESD | Employability and Self-Development | 4 | 75 | 15 | Assignment |
| 4UFM | Finance for Managers | 4 | 75 | 15 | Examination |
| Mandatory Units | |||||
| 4UIE | Introduction to Entrepreneurship | 4 | 75 | 15 | Assignment |
| 4UIQM | Introduction to Quantitative Methods | 4 | 75 | 15 | Examination |
| 4UPM | Project Management | 4 | 75 | 15 | Examination |
| Specialist Mandatory Units | |||||
| 4UPHR | Principles of HR | 4 | 75 | 15 | Examination |
ABE Level 5 Diploma in Business Management and Human Resources
(Equivalent to HND/YEAR 2 OF A 3 YEAR Degree Course in UK)
Duration: One Academic Session
Develop a strong understanding of contemporary business management strategy and issues as well as a deeper knowlege of human resources. Year two of a Bachelors degree is at the same level.
This qualification aims to develop a strong understanding of contemporary business management strategy and issues as well as a deeper knowledge of human resources. It will help you develop the skills you need to build the foundations for a strong career.
At the same level of difficulty as the second year of a Bachelors degree.
Qualification Objective
The objectives of the ABE Level 5 qualifications in Business are as follows:
- To equip learners with business skills, knowledge and the understanding necessary to achieve high
performance in the global business environment - To provide education and training for a range of careers in business, including management, human resources and marketing
- To provide insight and understanding into international business operations and the opportunities and challenges presented by a globalised market place
- To equip learners with knowledge and understanding of culturally diverse organisations, cross-cultural issues, diversity and values
- To provide opportunities for learners to enter or progress in employment in business, or progress to higher education qualifications
- To provide opportunities for learners to develop the skills, techniques and personal attributes essential for successful working lives
- To provide opportunities for those learners with a global outlook to aspire to international career pathways
- To provide opportunities for learners to achieve a nationally-recognised professional qualification
- To offer learners the chance of career progression in their chosen field
- To allow flexibility of study and to meet local or specialist needs
Admission Requirement
- Candidate must possess an ABE Year 1 Certificate
- Candidate with NCE, OND or their equivalents
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) using the stipulated learning outcomes and assessment criteria from the qualification or unit.
Qualification Structure
Learners must complete four core mandatory units and two of the three optional units to achieve ABE Level 5 Diploma in Business Management. In order to be awarded the qualification learners must achieve a minimum of a Pass in all units.
Qualification Number: 603/1597/0
Number of Units: 6
Guided Learning Hours: 420
Credits: 120
In addition to the four compulsory units, please select two from the ‘other units’ list.
| ABE Unit Code | Unit Title | Level | GLH | Credits | Assessment method from 2020* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core Mandatory Units | |||||
| 5UMAO | Managing Agile Organisations and People | 5 | 70 | 20 | Assignment |
| 5UIBP | Innovation and Business Performance | 5 | 70 | 20 | Examination |
| 5UEFM | Effective Financial Management | 5 | 70 | 20 | Examination |
| 5UIBE | International Business Economics and Markets | 5 | 70 | 20 | Examination |
| Optional Units | |||||
| 5UHRM | Human Resource Management | 5 | 70 | 20 | Examination |
| 5UEE | Employee Engagement | 5 | 70 | 20 | Assignment |
| 5UHRP | The HR Professional | 5 | 70 | 20 | Examination |
ABE Level 6 Diploma in Business Management and Human Resources
(Equivalent to FINAL YEAR OF A 3 YEAR Degree Course in UK)
Duration: One Academic Session
Develop a critical strategic understanding of contemporary management and the skill set to be a senior HR professional. The final year of a Bachelors degree is at the same level.
This qualification aims to help you develop a critical strategic understanding of contemporary management and develop your skill set as a senior HR professional. You will develop the strategic and managerial skill set to excel in a leadership role and be able to offer strong expertise in the field of HR. It is at the same level of difficulty as the final year of a Bachelors degree.
Qualification Objective
The objectives of the ABE Level 6 Diplomas in Business Management are as follows:
- To equip learners with business skills, knowledge and the understanding necessary to achieve high
performance in the global business environment - To provide education and training for a range of careers in business, including management, human
resources and marketing - To provide insight and understanding into international business operations and the opportunities and
challenges presented by a globalised marketplace - To equip learners with knowledge and understanding of culturally diverse organisations, cross-cultural
issues, diversity and values - To provide opportunities for learners to enter or progress in employment in business, or progress to higher
education qualifications - To provide opportunities for learners to develop the skills, techniques and personal attributes essential for
successful working lives - To provide opportunities for those learners with a global outlook to aspire to international career pathways
- To provide opportunities for learners to achieve a nationally-recognised professional qualification
- To offer learners the chance of career progression in their chosen field
- To allow flexibility of study and to meet local or specialist needs
Admission Requirement
- Candidate possesses an ABE Year 2 Certificate, HND or First Degree in any discipline from a recognized institution.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) using the stipulated learning outcomes and assessment criteria from the qualification or unit.
Qualification Structure
Learners must complete four core mandatory units and two of the three optional units to achieve ABE Level 6 Diploma in Business Management and Human Resources. In order to be awarded the qualification learners must achieve a minimum of a Pass in all units.
Qualification Number: 603/1601/9
Number of Units: 6
Guided Learning Hours: 300
Credits: 120
In addition to compulsory units please choose any two from the ‘Other units’ list
| ABE Unit Code | Unit Title | Level | GLH | Credits | Assessment method from 2020* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core Mandatory Units | |||||
| 6ULSC | Leading Strategic Change | 6 | 50 | 20 | Assignment |
| 6UBSD | Business Strategy and Decision-making | 6 | 50 | 20 | Examination |
| 6UDIM | Developing International Markets | 6 | 50 | 20 | Examination |
| 6UBES | Business Ethics and Sustainability | 6 | 50 | 20 | Examination |
| Optional Units | |||||
| 6USHR | Strategic HRM | 6 | 50 | 20 | Assignment |
| 6UODD | Organisational Design, Development and Performance | 6 | 50 | 20 | Assignment |
| 6UGHR | Contemporary Developments in Global HRM | 6 | 50 | 20 | Assignment |
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