Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Marketing Management, online in 10 months
An Ofqual-regulated at RQF Level 5: 240 credits, assessed by assignment with no exams. Delivered 100% online by LEAP Education.
£10 to apply · Offer within 24 hours · Apply with qualifications or relevant work experience
Stanmore School of Business Limited — UK registered learning provider since 2017.
- Duration
- 10 months
- Credits
- 240
- Level
- RQF Level 5
- Assessment
- Assignment-based (no written exams)
- Start date
- Any time
- Fees from
- £275 / month
What this qualification is
The Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Marketing Management is awarded by an Ofqual-regulated UK awarding organisation and regulated by Ofqual at RQF Level 5. The qualification totals 240 credits across structured mandatory units. Register and recognition details are confirmed in your offer letter. LEAP Education delivers this programme 100% online with tutor support.
Standard completion is 10 months; accelerated completion in available on selected programmes is offered on this programme where shown below. Fees from £2,200. Assessment is through coursework and assignments — there is no requirement to attend a UK campus.
Marketers building formal credentials across two RQF levels in one enrolment pathway. Progression to a Level 6 diploma or BA top-up depends on the awarding organisation and university partner for each completed qualification.
Senior marketing roles now demand a leader who can defend a budget line item with the same precision as a finance director. The industry has shifted from rewarding creative intuition to demanding proof that every campaign drives measurable revenue growth.
You gain the authority to present data-backed strategies that pass scrutiny from the boardroom, moving beyond execution to owning the entire marketing P&L. This credential enables you to negotiate larger budgets, lead cross-functional teams with confidence, and articulate ROI in a language that C-suite executives respect and act upon.
Marketing strategy, consumer behaviour, brand management and digital marketing across two post-A-level stages — assessed through assignments for each constituent qualification.
- Regulation: Ofqual, RQF Level 5
- Credits: 240
- Duration: 10 months
- Progression: Progression to a Level 6 diploma or BA top-up depends on the awarding organisation and university partner for each completed qualification.
Pathway structure: This LEAP page describes a structured pathway of two separate regulated qualifications at RQF Level 4 and Level 5 (240 credits total when both stages are completed). It is not one combined Ofqual register entry and has no single bundle QAN. You complete a Level 4 diploma and then a Level 5 diploma; each award has its own awarding organisation, specification and qualification number confirmed in your offer letter.
Verification: Awarding organisation, qualification number and unit list for this programme must be confirmed from your offer letter and the current awarding-body specification before enrolment.
Key facts
- Qualification:
- Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Marketing Management
- Level:
- RQF Level 5
- Credits:
- 240
- Study mode:
- 100% online
- Duration:
- 10 months
- Assessment:
- Assignment-based (no written exams)
- Fees from:
- £275 / month
- Entry requirements:
- A Level 3 qualification (e.g., A-levels, BTEC National Diploma, Level 3 Diploma), or equivalent; or relevant experience. Minimum age 18.
- Progression:
- Progression to a Level 6 diploma or BA top-up depends on the awarding organisation and university partner for each completed qualification.
- Last verified:
- 5 September 2026 by Dr Namita Singh, Head of Academics
Marketing pathway units
The official unit list for this programme is confirmed in your offer letter and the current awarding-body specification. Generic topic lists are not shown here until verified.
Entry requirements
Qualifications
A Level 3 qualification (e.g., A-levels, BTEC National Diploma, Level 3 Diploma), or an international equivalent. Higher qualifications are also accepted.
Work experience
Candidates with 1–2 years of relevant professional experience are encouraged to apply. Your practical knowledge counts.
Minimum age 18. International applicants welcome. Send us your certificates and we'll confirm eligibility within 24 hours.
Fully online
No campus visits. Study on any device, in any time zone.
Materials included
Study notes, sample assignments and resources from day one.
24/7 study assistant
Instant explanations and assignment guidance from our AI study assistant.
Tutor feedback
Qualified tutors mark assignments and give feedback by email and chat.
Where this can take you
Marketers building formal credentials across two RQF levels in one enrolment pathway.
Progression: Progression to a Level 6 diploma or BA top-up depends on the awarding organisation and university partner for each completed qualification.
Pathway fees and instalments
All plans are interest-free and include every unit, study material and tutor support. A £10 enrolment fee applies.
| This page10 monthsFast-Track | 15 monthsStandard mode | |
|---|---|---|
| Total fee | £2,200 | £1,500 |
| Monthly | £275 × 8 | £125 × 12 |
| Quarterly | £1,100 × 2 | £500 × 3 |
| Half-yearly | — | £750 × 2 |
| Pay in full | £2,090 (save 5%) | £1,425 (save 5%) |
| Apply | Apply |
- Monthly£275 × 8
- Quarterly£1,100 × 2
- Pay in full£2,090 (save 5%)
- Monthly£125 × 12
- Quarterly£500 × 3
- Half-yearly£750 × 2
- Pay in full£1,425 (save 5%)
* Programme fees shown include online learning, study materials and tutor support for the qualification. A separate £10 enrolment fee is payable when you submit your application. Interest-free instalment plans and a 5% discount for paying the full programme fee upfront are available where shown.
Need a different payment plan? Our admissions team can help.
Talk to an adviser on WhatsApp →Who awards your qualification
This qualification is awarded by an Ofqual-regulated UK awarding organisation. LEAP Education, a brand of Stanmore School of Business Limited, delivers the programme online and supports your learning and assessment.
Regulation
Ofqual-regulated at RQF Level 5, 240 credits.
Provider
Stanmore School of Business Limited · Company No. 10591140 · UKPRN 10085235.
Start in three steps
- 01
Apply online
Complete the short form and pay the £10 enrolment fee. About five minutes.
- 02
Receive your offer
We confirm eligibility and email your start date and payment options.
- 03
Start learning
Pay your first instalment and get access to your units.
Common questions
Is this qualification regulated by Ofqual?
Yes. This qualification is awarded by an Ofqual-recognised awarding organisation at RQF Level 5 and is listed on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications.
Can I study from outside the UK?
Yes. The programme is 100% online with no campus visits, so you can study from anywhere in the UK or internationally.
Are there any exams?
No. Every unit is assessed through written assignments submitted online. There are no written examinations.
What are the entry requirements?
Applicants should hold a Level 3 qualification (e.g., A-levels, BTEC National Diploma, Level 3 Diploma) or an equivalent credential. Candidates with 1–2 years of relevant professional experience are also encouraged to apply. Minimum age 18.
How long does it take and what does it cost?
You can choose 10 months (Fast-Track, £2,200); 15 months (Standard mode, £1,500). Interest-free instalment plans are available on each option.
When can I start?
You can enrol at any time. Once your application is accepted and the first payment is made, you receive access to the learning platform and study materials.
What can I progress to?
Progression to a Level 6 diploma or BA top-up depends on the awarding organisation and university partner for each completed qualification.
Who operates LEAP Education?
LEAP Education is a brand of Stanmore School of Business Limited (Company No. 10591140, UKPRN 10085235), a UK learning provider.
Last reviewed 5 September 2026 by Dr Namita Singh, Head of Academics
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