NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business
A Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) qualification equivalent to the first year of a bachelor's degree in the UK, and the first stage of the NCC Education Business Degree journey - recognised and approved for funding in England as a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ).
Course Overview
The Level 4 Diploma in Business is a regulated qualification and the first stage of the NCC Education Business Degree journey, also recognised and approved for funding in England as a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ).
Students explore the dynamic world of international business through a blend of academic knowledge and practical vocational learning, covering a wide range of business topics to build essential skills, industry insight and professional understanding for careers in business or progression to further study.
Successful students may progress to the NCC Level 5 Diploma in Business (equivalent to the second year of a UK degree), gain entry into the second year of many UK university degree programmes, or pursue a career in the global business industry.
Course Facts
Entry Requirements
At least one of: NCC Education Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies (L3IFDHES), Level 3 Diploma in Business (L3DB) or Level 3 Diploma in Computing (L3DC); an international qualification agreed with NCC Education in advance as equivalent to L3IFDHES/L3DB; or one 'A' Level (or equivalent), or an appropriate School Leavers' certificate deemed equivalent.
If a student's first language is not English, they must also meet the English Language requirement: IELTS 5.5 or above (or the free NCC Education Higher English Placement Test via Accredited Partner Centres), or GCE 'O' Level English C6.
Mature applicants will be considered with over 2 years of relevant work experience and GCE 'O' Level/IGCSE English and Maths or equivalent.
Our friendly Admissions Team will be happy to talk you through the current entry criteria for this course and confirm whether you're eligible to apply.
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What You'll Study
- Leadership and entrepreneurship
- Project management
- Corporate responsibility and sustainable business
- Understanding business finance
- Organisational culture and collaboration
- Electives: business law, e-business, international business, or applying marketing
Modules You May Study
Core Modules
Compulsory- Leadership & Entrepreneurship
- Project Management
- Corporate Responsibility with Sustainable Business
- Understanding Business Finance
- Organisational Culture & Collaboration
Elective Modules
Choose 3- Business Law
- Expert eBusiness
- International Business
- Applying Marketing
Progress with Confidence
On successful completion, students can progress to the NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Business, enter the second year of many UK university degree programmes, or pursue a career in the global business industry.
Fees & Funding
UK & EU students (with settled status): £7,250 for 2025/26. For eligible home (UK resident) students, this course is fully funded through the Student Loans Company - contact our Admissions Team to check eligibility.
Awarding Body
This diploma is awarded by NCC Education, an internationally recognised UK awarding body, and is supported throughout your studies by EDA College's academic support services.
Student Support & Assessment
Assessment throughout the programme is designed to support student development and measure achievement effectively, using a variety of methods aligned with the learning outcomes so you can demonstrate and apply the knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours gained on the course.
EDA College promotes student involvement through representation in institutional meetings, surveys and feedback sessions - student representatives are elected at the beginning of each academic year for every course, receive training and a clear description of their responsibilities, hold regular meetings, and represent the student body in institutional forums, with the College encouraging voluntary participation via incentives.