Level 6 Diploma in Business Management + MBA, online in 12 months
A UK masters degree for working professionals. Study around your job, submit assignments instead of sitting exams, and graduate with a degree awarded by a UK university partner.
£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
- 12 months
- Credits
- 180
- Level
- FHEQ Level 7
- Assessment
- Assignment-based (no written exams)
- Start date
- Any time
- Fees from
- £770 / month
Built for people who already work
The Level 6 Diploma in Business Management + MBA is a UK master’s degree delivered 100% online by LEAP Education and awarded by a UK university partner with degree-awarding powers. The programme totals 180 credits at FHEQ Level 7 and is assessed entirely by assignment, with no written examinations.
Standard completion is 12 months. You can start at any time, study around full-time work and submit coursework online. Fees from £7,700 with interest-free instalment plans. Graduates progress to postgraduate study or senior management roles.
Global corporations are currently replacing internal promotions with external hires for Director roles because they cannot verify strategic competence from standard operational resumes.
This qualification transforms you from a functional specialist into a strategic leader capable of presenting board-level financial forecasts and defending multi-year growth plans. You gain the authoritative voice required to restructure departments, manage complex P&Ls, and win over skeptical C-suite stakeholders during critical promotion panels.
Key facts
- Qualification:
- Level 6 Diploma in Business Management + MBA
- Level:
- FHEQ Level 7
- Credits:
- 180
- Study mode:
- 100% online
- Duration:
- 12 months
- Assessment:
- Assignment-based (no written exams)
- Fees from:
- £770 / month
- Entry requirements:
- A Bachelor's degree or Level 6 qualification, or equivalent; or relevant experience. Minimum age 18.
- Last verified:
- 5 September 2026 by Dr Namita Singh, Head of Academics
2 stages, one award
Each stage builds towards the final award. Complete every stage to graduate with 180 credits.
Postgraduate diploma
Core postgraduate modules assessed by assignment.
120 credits
Master’s top-up
Dissertation or capstone project leading to the master’s award.
60 credits → Graduation
What you'll study
Strategic Management
Formulate and defend long-term growth strategies that withstand competitive pressure in volatile global markets.
Human Resource Management
Design talent strategies that retain key personnel and align workforce capabilities with cross-cultural business objectives.
Marketing Management
Translate market data into actionable brand positioning plans that capture share in diverse international segments.
Financial Management
Interpret financial performance metrics to guide capital allocation and mitigate fiscal risks for senior stakeholders.
Operations Management
Streamline end-to-end supply chain processes to reduce costs while maintaining quality standards across borders.
International Business
Navigate regulatory and cultural barriers to execute successful market entry and expansion strategies.
Business Ethics and Law
Ensure operational compliance and protect corporate reputation by applying legal frameworks to complex ethical decisions.
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Identify and capitalize on disruptive market opportunities to drive revenue growth within existing or new ventures.
Business Planning and Control
Establish rigorous performance monitoring systems to track progress against strategic targets and correct course deviations.
Organizational Behavior
Diagnose and influence team dynamics to enhance leadership impact and drive productivity in multicultural work environments.
Every module is assessed by written assignments submitted online, with tutor feedback and sample assignments to guide you.
Two ways in
Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree or Level 6 qualification, or an international equivalent. Higher qualifications are also accepted.
Work experience
Candidates with 3+ years of senior management or leadership 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
Designed for working professionals who need a recognised qualification to move into supervisory, management or specialist roles.
Choose your pace
All plans are interest-free and include every module, study material and tutor support. A £10 enrolment fee applies.
| Most popular12 monthsfast track | Most popular18 monthssemi fast track | 24 monthsregular | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total fee | £7,700 | £6,700 | £5,700 |
| Monthly | £770 × 10 | £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.59 (total £6,700) | £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.61 (total £5,700) |
| Quarterly | £2,566.67 + £2,566.67 + £2,566.66 (total £7,700) | £1,675 × 4 | £950 × 6 |
| Half-yearly | £3,850 × 2 | £2,233.33 + £2,233.33 + £2,233.34 (total £6,700) | £1,425 × 4 |
| Pay in full | £7,315 (save 5%) | £6,365 (save 5%) | £5,415 (save 5%) |
| Apply | Apply | Apply |
- Monthly£770 × 10
- Quarterly£2,566.67 + £2,566.67 + £2,566.66 (total £7,700)
- Half-yearly£3,850 × 2
- Pay in full£7,315 (save 5%)
- Monthly£478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.57 + £478.59 (total £6,700)
- Quarterly£1,675 × 4
- Half-yearly£2,233.33 + £2,233.33 + £2,233.34 (total £6,700)
- Pay in full£6,365 (save 5%)
- Monthly£316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.67 + £316.61 (total £5,700)
- Quarterly£950 × 6
- Half-yearly£1,425 × 4
- Pay in full£5,415 (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
Your Level 6 Diploma in Business Management + MBA is awarded by a UK university partner with degree-awarding powers; the awarding university is named in your offer letter. LEAP Education, a brand of Stanmore School of Business Limited, supports your admission, learning and tutoring.
Degree level
FHEQ Level 7 on the UK Framework for Higher Education Qualifications — the same level as a campus award.
Provider
Stanmore School of Business Limited · Company No. 10591140 · UKPRN 10085235. UK Register of Learning Providers
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 modules.
Common questions
Is this a real UK degree?
Yes. On successful completion you receive a UK degree awarded by a UK university partner with degree-awarding powers. The awarding university is confirmed in your offer letter.
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 Bachelor's degree or Level 6 qualification or an equivalent credential. Candidates with 3+ years of senior management or leadership experience are also encouraged to apply. Minimum age 18.
How long does it take and what does it cost?
You can choose 12 months (fast track, £7,700); 18 months (semi fast track, £6,700); 24 months (regular, £5,700). 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.
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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