Course Duration

The course duration indicates the contents covered in the syllabus and not the physical presence of learners. The prescribed Notional Hours at each level must be completed by a learner before appearing in the final assessment (total learning hours including the Guided Learning Hours and self/group study and/or research).

Eligibility Criteria

English language requirements

For all the below mentioned Programs which are both taught and assessed in English, it is critical that they have an appropriate level of English language skills. The following clarifies the requirements for recruiting applicants. Students who are non-native English speakers and who have not undertaken their final two years of schooling in English, can demonstrate capability in English at a standard equivalent to the levels identified below, before being recruited to the program where the program is both taught and assessed in English:

Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2
PTE 51
IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 or equivalent.
Evidence of individual’s proficiency in English Language.

Short Courses

Certificate Level

10 years of Schooling/ O ‘levels and above
Age 16 and above
Computer Literacy
English Language

Diploma Level

Minimum age 17 years and above
10 years of Schooling, O levels or equivalent
Computer Literacy
Evidence of individual’s proficiency in English Language.
Statement by the prospective student outlining their work experience (if any)
Evidence to support the above statement, for example, appointment letter, reference from employer, etc.

Advanced Diploma level

Minimum age 18 years and above
12 years of Schooling, A levels or equivalent
Computer Literacy
Statement by the prospective student outlining their work experience (if any)
Evidence to support the above statement, for example, appointment letter, reference from employer, etc.

Level 3 Qualifications

For learners who have recently been in education, the proﬁle is likely to include one of the following:
A level 2 BTEC qualiﬁcation in business or a related vocational area
A standard of literacy and numeracy supported by a general education equivalent to four GCSEs at grade A*-C
Other related level 2 qualiﬁcations
Related work experience. More mature learners may present a more varied proﬁle of achievement that is likely to include experience of paid and/or unpaid employment.

HNC Programs

Minimum age 16 years and above
10 years of Schooling/ O ‘levels
Level 3 in Relevant field.
Computer Literacy
Those who are planning to build their careers in relevant fields.
Statement by the prospective student outlining their work experience (if any)
Evidence to support the above statement, for example, appointment letter, reference from employer, etc.

HND Programs

Minimum age 18 years and above
12 years of Schooling/ A’ levels
HNC in Relevant field
Computer Literacy
Those who are planning to build their careers in relevant fields.
Statement by the prospective student outlining their work experience (if any)
Evidence to support the above statement, for example, appointment letter, reference from employer, etc.

Level 07 Qualifications

The Pearson BTEC Level 7 Professional qualifications in Strategic Management and Leadership are for learners aged 19 and above.
A BTEC National Certificate or Diploma in an appropriate area (for L4 and L5).
A GNVQ/AVCE in an appropriate vocational area.
A GCE A Level profile which demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subject or an adequate performance in more than one GCE subject. This profile is likely to be supported by GCSE grades level A-C.

Duration & Eligibility Criteria