Diploma In Business & Marketing Management SCQF Level 8
- Assignment based assessments, no exams
- Approved by SQA Accreditation
- Globally Recognised Undergraduate qualification
- Equivalent to second year of a 3 year undergraduate university degree
Admissions Open for 2023
COURSE TYPE
Under Graduate
CATEGORY
undergraduate 2 Year
LEARNING DELIVERY
Online/Face-to-Face
Course Summary
The EduQual Diploma in Business and Marketing Management (SCQF level 8) is a Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) equivalent to Level 5 qualification. It offers learners the knowledge and skills needed to develop an understanding of the models, tools, and techniques used in the fields of Business and Marketing Management. The course has been mapped to the National Occupational Standards in Management and Leadership and Business Administration, and learners will be able to develop the competencies they need to enter work in one of these disciplines.
Learners completing Diploma in Business and Marketing Management (SCQF Level 8) will be able to progress onto the third year of a university honors degree in Business or Marketing.
The program has been produced to conform to the requirements of the RQF and the relevant Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) subject benchmark statements.

Certificate in Diploma In Business & Marketing Management SCQF Level 8
Why this course?
Build a coherent and sound foundation in marketing and business management, at a level equivalent to a Higher National Diploma, enabling graduates to choose from a wide range of career options internationally within the marketing and business disciplines.
Pursue a specialist interest in business management and marketing and relate this expertise to professional requirements and codes of conduct in line with the National Occupational Standards (NOS) and Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) subject benchmark statements.
Develop a wide range of intellectual and analytical abilities relevant to business and marketing, including those of critical thinking and analytical decision-making.
Prepare for further studies at the Honours degree level.

Discuss terminology, concepts, principles and techniques as utilized in marketing and general business management.
Explain the importance of the social, political, ethical, technological, environmental and global contexts in which business organizations operate and to support small- and medium-sized business enterprise (SME) decision-making.
Develop the attitudes, skills and abilities necessary to work in an international business context and an awareness and appreciation of different cultural values.
Develop and practice the transferable skills necessary for continual personal development and to respond positively to change during careers in business and/or marketing management.
Why this course?
Build a coherent and sound foundation in marketing and business management, at a level equivalent to a Higher National Diploma, enabling graduates to choose from a wide range of career options internationally within the marketing and business disciplines.
Pursue a specialist interest in business management and marketing and relate this expertise to professional requirements and codes of conduct in line with the National Occupational Standards (NOS) and Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) subject benchmark statements.
Develop a wide range of intellectual and analytical abilities relevant to business and marketing, including those of critical thinking and analytical decision-making.
Develop and practice the transferable skills necessary for continual personal development and to respond positively to change during careers in business and/or marketing management.
Discuss terminology, concepts, principles and techniques as utilized in marketing and general business management.
Explain the importance of the social, political, ethical, technological, environmental and global contexts in which business organizations operate and to support small- and medium-sized business enterprise (SME) decision-making.
Develop the attitudes, skills and abilities necessary to work in an international business context and an awareness and appreciation of different cultural values.
Prepare for further studies at the Honours degree level.
Course Modules
The EduQual Diploma in Business and Marketing Management (SCQF level 8) and ‘BMM’ on the table below) is a RQF equivalent Level 5 programme consisting of 16 units, all of which are compulsory as shown:
Unit-1
Business Environment
SCQF/RQF Level : 7/4
Credits: 15
Unit-2
International Marketing Management
SCQF/RQF Level: 8/5
Credits: 15
Unit-3
Business Analysis
SCQF/RQF Level : 7/4
Credits : 15
Unit-4
Business Accounting
SCQF/RQF Level : 7/4
Credits : 15
Unit-5
IT for Business
SCQF/RQF Level : 7/4
Credits : 15
Unit-6
Law for Business
SCQF/RQF Level : 7/4
Credits : 15
Unit-7
People & Organisations
SCQF/RQF Level : 7/4
Credits : 15
Unit-8
Principles of Marketing
SCQF/RQF Level : 7/4
Credits : 15
Unit-9
Strategic Management
SCQF/RQF Level : 8/5
Credits : 15
Unit-10
Operations Management
SCQF/RQF Level : 8/5
Credits : 15
Unit-11
Consumer Behavior
SCQF/RQF Level : 8/5
Credits : 15
Unit-12
Marketing Planning
SCQF/RQF Level : 8/5
Credits : 15
Unit-13
Marketing Communication
SCQF/RQF Level : 8/5
Credits : 15
Unit-14
Human Resource Management
SCQF/RQF Level : 8/5
Credits : 15
Unit-15
Entrepreneurship & Innovation
SCQF/RQF Level : 8/5
Credits : 15
Unit-16
Personal Development
SCQF/RQF Level : 8/5
Credits : 15
Total Credits: 240
Eligibility Criteria
The following assessment strategies may be adopted to achieve the learning outcomes:
- GCSE in English and Mathematics (Grade C or above) or equivalent.
- 80 points from two or more subjects at GCE A-Level or equivalent.
- Equivalent qualification(s) will be considered.
- Applications from mature students and those offering qualifications other than GCE A-Levels are welcomed and will be considered on an individual basis.
- Applicants for whom English is not a first language will be expected to demonstrate a certified level of proficiency of at least IELTS (International English Language Testing System) 6 or above.
National Occupational Standards (NOS)
The following assessment strategies may be adopted to achieve the learning outcomes:
1. Examination (seen and unseen)
2. Coursework assignments (including problem-solving activities, simulations, consultancy projects, individual and group reports, as well as more conventional written forms such as essays and other discursive assignments)
3. Course presentations
4. Reflective forms of assessment (e.g. portfolios, learner logs, and peer engagement)
QAA Benchmark Statements
The EduQual Diploma in Business and Marketing Management is a RQF-equivalent Level 5 qualification, and can be compared to sections 2.1, 3.2 – 3.7, 4.1 and 4.2 within the QAA Business and Management benchmark statements 2015. If you require a detailed breakdown on these benchmark statements and the way in which BMM compares to them, please contact us at info@iimtstudies.co.uk
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
RPL (sometimes referred to as APL) may be claimed by a learner in situations where:
1. The learner has already studied RQF-equivalent Level 4 or 5 units that are also equivalent to the learning outcomes of the units of this programme.
2. The learner can also produce evidence to demonstrate how each of the assessment criteria have already been met.
In such a case, those matching units can be exempted from study, credits can be claimed, and the
evidence supporting the RPL claim can be included in the learner’s portfolio of evidence when claiming the award.
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Diploma In Business & Marketing Management SCQF Level 8
Progression
Some units in the EduQual Diploma in Business and Marketing Management relate to the National Occupational Standards for Management and Leadership. For more information on how BMM units relate to NOS units in Management and Leadership, please contact us at info@iimtstudies.co.uk
Awarded by (University) | Country | Degree top-up delivered by | Degree title | Mode of delivery |
---|---|---|---|---|
University of Northampton | UK | University of Northampton | BA (Hons) Business and Management | F2F in Northampton and Online |
Anglia Ruskin University | UK | Anglia Ruskin University | BA (Hons) Management | Online |
Bath Spa University | UK | BA (Hons) Business and Management | Future Education World, RAK (UAE) | F2F in RAK (UAE) |
University of Worcester | UK | NCC Education (UK) | BA (Hons) Business Administration | Online |
Edinburgh Napier University | UK | Edinburgh Napier University | BA Business Management With Marketing | Online |
University of Bolton | UK | Amity University in London (UK) | Bachelors (Hons) degrees (various) | F2F in London (UK) |
University of Bolton | UK | University of Bolton Academic Centre, RAK (UAE) | BSc (Hons) Business Management | F2F in RAK (UAE) |
University of South Wales | UK | University of South Wales | BA (Hons) Business Studies | F2F in USW |
Binary University of Business and Entrepreneurship | UK | Binary University of Business and Entrepreneurship | Bachelors (Hons) degrees (various) | F2F in Puchong (Malaysiya) |
University of Bedfordshire | UK | University of Bedfordshire | BA (Hons) Business Administration (top-up) | F2F in Beds and via collaborative partners |

Additional Information
The learning outcomes will be achieved by the use of the following learning and teaching methods and strategies:
- Learning and teaching situations such as lectures, tutorials and seminars
- Live and simulated case studies
- Independent and group activities (class and non-class based)
- Speakers and subject specialists
The lectures & course material and assessments will be in English Language.
The faculties will be drawn from Corporate Sector & the Academy field.
Testimonial
I was hesitating to join the programme initially because of my work responsibilities. But after joining I realized that proper planning in IIMT Studies has made the herculean task effortless to carry on, with my profession. The programme has helped to improve competency in my Profession.
First of all, I would like to say “THANKS” to whole crew of IIMT Studies and also would like say thanks for giving a chance to share my experience in ALUMNI Magazine as well. It has been great pleasure and wonderful journey with IIMT off campus study since past few years to full fill my dream and achieve milestone in my pro
The lecturers have an in-depth knowledge of the subjects matter and are able to help us understand the subjects through the use of simple English language more importantly there are ever ready to provide more insight by clarifying and answering questions from us. So far, it has been encouraging and very helpful.
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