LMQ qualifications are tailored to deliver specialist vocational training that is aligned with professional body standards and National Occupational Standards where applicable. They focus on developing practical skills alongside essential knowledge and understanding, providing students with a solid foundation in key sector-specific concepts. Recognised nationally by employers, these qualifications facilitate direct progression to employment.
The LMQ Business Management Qualifications offer a clear pathway from Level 4 to Level 7. Developed in collaboration with colleges, higher education institutions, and sector skills councils, these programmes emphasise cultivating business management expertise, which is vital for fostering organisational growth and success.
All LCBMT courses are accredited by: London Management Qualifications (LMQ)
- Teacher: LC BMT
Objectives:
Level 4 Advanced National Certificate in Business Management programmes are designed to offer a comprehensive understanding of business organisations and the environments in which they operate. Candidates who complete these qualifications may pursue further academic or professional qualifications or begin a career in administration, management, or commercial sectors.
With a strong emphasis on management, the Level 4 Advanced National Certificate in Business Management helps successful candidates advance into management roles. Additionally, the programme’s diverse range of options allows candidates to specialise in areas such as human resource management, marketing, and financial services.
- Teacher: LC BMT
Entry Requirment:
This is a stand-alone qualification, but there are entry requirements. Applicants must have obtained one of the followings:
Level 4 Diploma in Business Management or any qualification which is at Level 4 or above, as notified on the NQF or QCF of the United Kingdom or SCQF Level 6 and 7 in Business Management or relevant national qualifications awards at SCQF or any overseas qualifications, as judged by UK NARIC, to be equivalent in standard to a level 4 qualification in the UK (or higher).
Progression:
The successful candidates have wider opportunity to progress onto the higher-level qualifications to degree level including the following:
LMQ Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
LMQ Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Marketing Management
LMQ Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Leadership and Human Resource Management
As this qualification is equivalent at Level 5, the candidates are eligible to gain direct entry into Year 3 of the Bachelor’s degree programmes.
Duration:
This qualification is expected to be delivered minimum of 12 months for full-time study. Centres should make sure the Total Qualification Times (TQM) or National Learning Hours (NLH) are covered as per the qualification requirements. This programme is flexible and delivered face-to-face, distance learning, through lectures, tutorials, seminars.
Units/Credits:
Level 5 Advanced National Diploma in Business Management qualification consists of 8 mandatory units for a combined total of 120 credits, 1200 hours Notional Learning Hours (NLH) for the completed qualification.
Notional Learning Hours (NLH) is defined as Notional learning hours include all the learning activities that are required to achieve the learning outcomes.
Credit value is defined as being the number of credits that may be awarded to a Learner for the successful achievement of the learning outcomes of a unit. One credit is equal to 10 hours of NLH.
| Unit Number | Unit | Credits |
| L/ADBM/5029 | Personal Development | 15 |
| L/ADBM/5030 | Management of Change | 15 |
| L/ADBM/5031 | Project Management | 15 |
| L/ADBM/5032 | Managing Staff Performance | 15 |
| L/ADBM/5033 | Quality Management in an Organisation | 15 |
| L/ADBM/5034 | Managing Innovation in an Organisation | 15 |
| L/ADBM/5035 | Customer Relationship Management | 15 |
| L/ADBM/5036 | Strategic Management | 15 |
- Teacher: LC BMT
Objectives:
Successful candidates have the opportunity to advance to higher-level qualifications, such as the LMQ Level 5 Advanced National Diploma in Accounting or the LMQ Level 5 Advanced National Diploma in Business Management. Since this qualification is equivalent to Level 4 on the QCF/RQF framework, candidates are also eligible for direct entry into the second year of bachelor’s degree programs.
Entry Requirements:
This qualification is standalone but comes with specific entry requirements. Applicants must possess one of the following:
- LMQ Level 4 Advanced National Diploma in Accounting,
- A Level 4 or higher qualification listed on the UK’s NQF or QCF,
- SCQF Level 4 or 5 in Business Management or relevant national qualification awards at SCQF or
- An overseas qualification deemed equivalent to a UK Level 4 qualification (or higher) as assessed by UK NARIC.
Progression:
Successful candidates have extensive opportunities to advance to higher-level qualifications, including the LMQ Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Management. Since this qualification is equivalent to Level 5 on the QCF/RQF, candidates are also eligible for direct entry into the 3rd year of Bachelor’s degree programs.
Units:
| L/ADBM/5029 | Personal Development | 15 |
| L/ADBM/5030 | Management of Change | 15 |
| L/ADBM/5031 | Project Management | 15 |
| L/ADBM/5032 | Managing Staff Performance | 15 |
| L/ADBM/5033 | Quality Management in an Organisation | 15 |
| L/ADBM/5034 | Managing Innovation in an Organisation | 15 |
| L/ADBM/5035 | Customer Relationship Management | 15 |
| L/ADBM/5036 | Strategic Management | 15 |
Duration:
12 Months for Full-time study
- Teacher: LC BMT
Objectives:
This qualification is designed to enhance students' critical understanding of management within general business. It provides a solid theoretical foundation in management concepts and offers a comprehensive overview of general business practices. By completing this qualification, you will be well-prepared to pursue management-focused career opportunities in the business sector or advance your professional or academic studies in a related field.
- Teacher: LC BMT
Objectives:
This program is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of marketing strategies. It offers both theoretical and practical knowledge, with a focus on application in global and local business and marketing contexts. It enables learners to consolidate, develop, and demonstrate the core competencies necessary for effective marketing skills at every stage of their careers.
- Teacher: LC BMT
Objectives:
The LMQ Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership is designed to deliver specialised and focused courses aligned with professional body requirements and National Occupational Standards, where applicable, with a strong emphasis on work-related learning.
This qualification significantly focuses on developing practical skills alongside the essential knowledge and understanding required in the sector. It is particularly well-suited for mature learners seeking a program that directly relates to their work experience or a specific area of employment they aspire to enter.
Upon successful completion, these qualifications are widely recognised by employers, enabling learners to advance their careers within the workplace or continue their studies in related vocational fields.
- Teacher: LC BMT
Objectives:
This program is designed to provide students with a deeper understanding of the key subjects necessary for managing a successful business in dynamic and challenging environments. It focuses on both theoretical and practical knowledge, with an emphasis on their application in global and local business contexts. This enables learners to consolidate, develop, and demonstrate the core competencies essential for effective HR and leadership skills at every stage of their careers.
- Teacher: LC BMT