Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business Management
The Certificate Level 5 Extended Business Management is designed to develop essential business management skills and strategic thinking.
Programme overview
The Level 5 Extended Certificate in Information Technology provides a comprehensive pathway for learners seeking to establish or advance their careers in IT. It covers key areas such as programming, system administration, networking, cybersecurity, database management, and e-commerce, while also developing skills in IT entrepreneurship. The flexible elective structure allows learners to tailor their studies to their career aspirations.
The programme consists of two levels of study (Level 4 & Level 5), each containing core and elective modules. Learners must complete the required number of electives while adhering to elective selection restrictions to maintain a generalised IT qualification.
Graduates of this program can pursue a wide range of managerial roles, including:
Successful learners can progress to: Final year of a Higher Education qualification or Final year of Bachelors degree / undergraduate degree (subject to university acceptance) in Software Engineering or Computer Science . Level 6 Diplomas in IT, Cybersecurity, or Software Development. Employment in IT-related professions such as software development, networking, system administration, and cybersecurity. The Level 5 Extended Certificate in Information Technology is an ideal qualification for learners seeking a broad, career-oriented IT education with global recognition and strong industry demand.
Your progression route
BA (Hons) Business Management / BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance
Areas you’ll explore
- Information Technology and IT Ethics
- Mathematics and Statistics for IT
- PC Maintenance and Operating Systems
- Computer Graphics Editing and Database Concepts
- - Logical IT Networking - Physical IT Networking - Web Programming - Web Design - Graphical User Interface (GUI) - Programming Concepts and Java for Android Programming
- Note: Learners taking this qualification cannot choose combinations of electives that lead to specialised qualifications in Networking, Web Design, or E-commerce. Therefore, the following combinations are restricted. Not Allowed: - Logical IT Networking + Physical IT Networking - Web Programming + Web Design - Graphical User Interface (GUI) + Programming Concepts and Java for Android Programming
- Technopreneurship
- Network Security
- C#.NET Programming
- System Administration
- IT Systems Administrator
- Network Security Analyst
- Software Developer (.NET)
- Web Developer
- E-Commerce Specialist
- Network Engineer
- IT Project Manager
Who can apply?
Admissions will review your academic background and the requirements for your chosen route.