Course Overview
The Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE) in Business is a comprehensive, one-year programme designed to provide students with a strong foundation in key business principles and practices. This one-year course is specifically designed to equip learners with the necessary skills and knowledge required to progress on to year two of the BSc (Hons) in Business or move into gainful employment.
| Programme Title | Certificate of Higher Education (Business) |
|---|---|
| Awarding Body | Plymouth Marjon University |
| Level | 4 |
| Duration | One Year |
| Intake | September; January; May |
| Mode of Study | Full-time |
| Campuses | Liverpool Street; Gants Hill |
| Tuition Fees | £9,250 |
Why Study the CertHE in Business at UKCBC?
The CertHE in Business provides a foundation for understanding the relationships shaping national and global business. Beyond traditional education, this programme touches on essential skills required for effective leadership in diverse, international teams.
With a focus on management, the programme encourages students to create global business strategies, which include both marketing solutions, and managing key business and finance operations. The unique blend of creative and critical skill development sets the CertHE apart, preparing you for further study or work.
Upon completing the CertHE, you gain the flexibility to either enter the workforce or seamlessly transition into the second year of a full bachelor’s degree. This adaptability allows you to tailor your educational path to align precisely with your career aspirations.
Course Modules
Year One
Business Environment
Marketing
Accounting and Finance
People Management
Enterprise Creation
Academic, Personal & Professional Development
CertHe Business - Entry Requirements
- 64 UCAS points, or
- BTEC triple grades Merit, Merit, Pass, or
- BTEC Level 3 or NVQ Level 3 or Access to HE: Pass, or
- Comparable international qualifications
and
- GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 4 or grade C or above, or
- Functional Skills Level 2 Maths and English
- Applicants without the above will be subject to an internal test
Students without the above qualifications but possessing relevant work experience are invited to apply. Applications are considered on an individual basis and an interview is mandatory.
Applicants where their entry qualification/s are NOT taken in the English language will need to provide evidence of English language competency such as: appropriate IELTS certificate or approved equivalent; successful completion of UKCBC English language and/or Maths entrance test.
UKCBC offers this programme as part of a franchise partnership with Plymouth Marjon University (PMU). Students are expected to fulfil all the admission requirements prescribed by PMU, and admissions are subject to final approval by PMU. Students are expected to adhere to the relevant rules and regulations of PMU, in addition to the regulations of UKCBC.
