LexCorp Training Institute

Designed to prepare you to be work ready, giving you awareness of what employers require and look for. The qualification will develop skills essential for jobseekers in the modern working world and will help improve the chances of employment. Assessment by assignment.

On completing of this programme, you will be able to:

• Describe what is meant by employability skills and why employers want people with these skills in addition to qualifications and/or experience.
• Assess your own skillset in terms of employability and provide examples to support your strengths, preferences and areas for development.
• Complete a job application and prepare for an interview based on your skillset.

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This short qualification for the 14+ age group is to help them consider setting up their own business or being self-employed.  It is designed to highlight the features and challenges so that informed decisions can be made. The qualification culminates in a self-assessment of whether setting up a business is the right decision.  It is assessed by assignment.

On successful completion of this Award, the learner will be able to:

• Understand the benefits and drawbacks of self-employment based on their  personal circumstances and needs
• Demonstrate an awareness of the legal responsibilities
• Outline the business proposition
• Understand the personal and business monetary needs
• Understand the requirements for accurate financial recordkeeping
• Demonstrate an awareness of the financial obligations 

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This qualification is aimed at individuals who are thinking about setting up a small business or who are already running such a venture. During the course you will create a digital marketing plan which will build practical skills and knowledge of using digital technology to improve business performance. The qualification is assessed by assignment.

On completing this programme, you will be able to:

• Explain the terminology, benefits, risks and other considerations of using digital and online tools and techniques
• Outline the practical aspects of creating the infrastructure for digital and online tools
• Identify potential legal and contractual considerations
• Demonstrate how digital and online tools can be used to engage with customers, prospects and the market
• Suggest how digital and online tools can be used to generate revenues for the business
• Create an online profile for a business and potential points of differentiation
• Explain the importance of customer behaviour in an online context
• Develop a creative digital marketing plan for a small business

For a full overview download the qualification specification:

UCAS Tariff Points for UK University/College Entry

We have UCAS tariff points confirmed for this qualification. Please refer to the table below for details.

UCAS tariff points are used by UK universities and colleges to determine whether a student meets the entry requirements for a particular course.

P - Pass | M - Merit | D - Distinction

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This qualification is designed to give you the tools to successfully and confidently launch a new business.

An innovative idea might not be sufficient to ensure the success of a new venture.  Any new business should be underpinned by thorough research, planning and business know-how.  This course develops your ability to reduce risk and improve the probability of success for a business start-up. 

Our programme is designed to be run as a short course that will help budding entrepreneurs create a robust business plan and start their new enterprise. The course develops the ability to research, plan, budget and reduce risk to ensure a business is successful. On successful completion of the qualification you will have a viable business plan. With this plan you can seek investment, successfully launch your business and run it competently once trading begins.

This course can only be taken via an accredited ABE study centre.

UCAS Tariff Points for UK University/College Entry

We have UCAS tariff points confirmed for this qualification. Please refer to the table below for details.

UCAS tariff points are used by UK universities and colleges to determine whether a student meets the entry requirements for a particular course.

P - Pass | M - Merit | D - Distinction

Learners - Click here to find a centre near you

Centres - Click here to find out more about becoming ABE accredited

For success in today's business environment, the capabilities needed have changed significantly from what was required five years ago.  The influence of technology, globalisation and environmental issues mean that the modern professional needs to be adaptable, to cope with new ways of working.

This qualification is for people looking to progress and update their skill set as well as newly employed staff starting their career. For new employees, it introduces an understanding of how businesses are run and how to contribute to their success. For experienced employees, the qualification will refresh, update and introduce modern concepts to improve skills.

The programme focuses on the key capabilities you need to add value to your organisation.  It encompasses practical skills, knowledge and guidance on how to improve working methods and builds the foundation to progress onto the next academic level, such as an ABE Level 4 Diploma.

Skills and knowledge developed by this qualification: 

• The nature of business
• Key processes and resources in business
• New ways of working in business
• The skills needed for successfully working in business

The qualification is at the same level of difficulty as a UK A-level.  

Assessed by open book exam.

UCAS Tariff Points for UK University/College Entry

We have UCAS tariff points confirmed for this qualification. Please refer to the table below for details.

UCAS tariff points are used by UK universities and colleges to determine whether a student meets the entry requirements for a particular course.

P - Pass | M - Merit | D - Distinction

Learners - Click here to find a centre near you

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This qualification provides a fundamental grounding across six key areas of business management.  It will develop your business thinking, your entrepreneurial know-how and your leadership skills, so that you can confidently take on a business-related role and understand the wider aspects of your organisation.  The qualification will also prepare you for higher education.

All leadership units have been developed with The Institute of Leadership.  The qualification includes one year's complimentary studying membership of The Institute of Leadership and, to support your studies, ABE provides a study guide for every unit.  

Develop essential knowledge and abilities

On successful completion of this qualification, you will:

• Understand different types of business organisation and the factors that can affect them.
• Know the legal, ethical and social requirements that relate to businesses.
• Understand the financial aspects of business management along with the functions and structures of different businesses.
• Understand business controls and how to measure performance.
• Understanding the advantages and disadvantages of enterprise and entrepreneurship, together with the skills and characteristics required of an entrepreneur.
• Know how to write a business plan and communicate a pitch for an enterprise.
• Understand business finance and financial reporting
• Recognise how leadership models and theories are applied, along with the impact of leadership approaches and styles within an organisational context.
• Understand the skills and behaviours required for effective leadership along with the ability to identify your personal leadership strengths and areas for development.

Future-proof your skills:

Based on the World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report, here are the core skills you will develop from the most sought-after employer requirements anticipated for 2030:

• Analytical thinking
• Resilience, flexibility and agility
• Leadership and social influence
• Empathy and active listening
• Curiosity and lifelong learning
• Motivation and self-awareness
• Empathy and active listening

Level 3 is at the same difficulty level as an A level.

Scroll down for unit details.  For a full overview, including learning outcomes, download the qualification specification.

This qualification is one of several new Level 3 programmes available from ABE.  Click here for more information about the new Level 3 suite. Click here to be kept updated when new qualifications are available near you.

International Baccalaureate

ABE will be collaborating with International Baccalaureate as a Career-related Study (CRS) provider in the Asia-Pacific region. This partnership will support schools in delivering the IB Career-related Programme (CP), empowering students to excel in career-focused education.  This qualification is part of ABE's CRS provision.

UCAS Tariff Points for UK University/College Entry

We have UCAS tariff points confirmed for this qualification. Please refer to the table below for details.

UCAS tariff points are used by UK universities and colleges to determine whether a student meets the entry requirements for a particular course.

P - Pass | M - Merit | D - Distinction

Learners - Click here to find a centre near you

Centres - Click here to find out more about becoming ABE accredited

This qualification will give you the fundamental business skills to confidently enter the workplace and start your career with a solid understanding of business. The Diploma covers four different areas which means you keep your future options open, whilst developing a range of skills that employers need. It is designed to provide you with employment opportunities or enable you to progress to higher education.

Develop essential business knowledge and abilities

On successful completion of this qualification, you will:

• Understand different types of business organisation and the factors that can affect them.
• Know the legal, ethical and social requirements that relate to businesses.
• Understand the financial aspects of business management along with the functions and structures of different businesses.
• Understand business controls and how to measure performance.
• Know different marketing strategies and when to use them.
• Know how to plan a marketing campaign.
• Understanding fundamental concepts in project management. 

Includes a helpful study guide for every unit and one year's complimentary membership of The Institute of Leadership.

Future-proof your skills:

Based on the World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report, here are the core skills you will develop from the most sought-after employer requirements anticipated for 2030:

• Analytical thinking
• Creative thinking
• Resilience, flexibility and agility

Level 3 is at the same difficulty level as an A level.

Scroll down for unit details.  For a full overview, including learning outcomes, download the qualification specification.

This qualification is one of several new Level 3 programmes available from ABE. Click here for more information about the new Level 3 suite. Click here to be kept updated when new qualifications are available near you.

International Baccalaureate

ABE will be collaborating with International Baccalaureate as a Career-related Study (CRS) provider in the Asia-Pacific region. This partnership will support schools in delivering the IB Career-related Programme (CP), empowering students to excel in career-focused education.  This qualification is part of ABE's CRS provision.

UCAS Tariff Points for UK University/College Entry

We have UCAS tariff points confirmed for this qualification. Please refer to the table below for details.

UCAS tariff points are used by UK universities and colleges to determine whether a student meets the entry requirements for a particular course.

P - Pass | M - Merit | D - Distinction

Learners - Click here to find a centre near you

Centres - Click here to find out more about becoming ABE accredited

This qualification will equip you with the knowledge and practical skills to step confidently into a leadership role.  It is designed to provide opportunities for you to progress in your chosen career field or go on to higher-level qualifications.  

The qualification is developed with The Institute of Leadership and on successful completion, you will have gained the essential knowledge and abilities to be able to:

• Recognise how leadership models and theories are applied, along with the impact of leadership approaches and styles within an organisational context.
• Understand the skills and behaviours required for effective leadership along with the ability to identify your personal leadership strengths and areas for development.
• Understand stakeholder theory and application for leaders who have to communicate with different internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead, motivate and support others to achieve goals and objectives aligned to organisational strategy.

Includes a helpful study guide for every unit and one year's complimentary membership of The Institute of Leadership.

Future-proof your skills:

Based on the World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report, here are the core skills you will develop from the most sought-after employer requirements anticipated for 2030:

• Leadership and social influence
• Motivation and self-awareness
• Empathy and active listening
• Talent management

International Baccalaureate

ABE will be collaborating with International Baccalaureate as a Career-related Study (CRS) provider in the Asia-Pacific region. This partnership will support schools in delivering the IB Career-related Programme (CP), empowering students to excel in career-focused education.  This qualification is part of ABE's CRS provision.

UCAS Tariff Points for UK University/College Entry

We have UCAS tariff points confirmed for this qualification. Please refer to the table below for details.

UCAS tariff points are used by UK universities and colleges to determine whether a student meets the entry requirements for a particular course.

P - Pass | M - Merit | D - Distinction

Learners - Click here to find a centre near you

Centres - Click here to find out more about becoming ABE accredited

The ability to successfully identify and develop business opportunities requires a wide-ranging skill set. This qualification will give you understanding of how to set up and run an enterprise, whilst developing your understanding of innovation and other areas prized by employers. The Diploma covers four different aspects of business, which gives you a choice of direction for your future career or studies.
 

Develop essential knowledge and abilities

On successful completion of this qualification you will be able to:

• Understand the advantages and disadvantages of enterprise and entrepreneurship, together with the skills and characteristics required of an entrepreneur.
• Write and pitch a business plan.
• Understand business finance and financial reporting
• Understand the principles of operations and quality management.
• Have working knowledge of the role of IT in business.
• Know the importance of innovation in business and the process of intrapreneurship.

Includes a helpful study guide for every unit and one year's complimentary membership of The Institute of Leadership.

Future-proof your skills:

Based on the World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report, here are the core skills you will develop from the most sought-after employer requirements anticipated for 2030:

• Analytical thinking
• Resilience, flexibility and agility
• Creative thinking
• Curiosity and lifelong learning
• Technological literacy

Level 3 is at the same difficulty level as an A level.

Scroll down for unit details.  For a full overview, including learning outcomes, download the qualification specification.

This qualification is one of several new Level 3 programmes available from ABE.  Click here for more information about the new Level 3 suite. Click here to be kept updated when new qualifications are available near you.

International Baccalaureate

ABE will be collaborating with International Baccalaureate as a Career-related Study (CRS) provider in the Asia-Pacific region. This partnership will support schools in delivering the IB Career-related Programme (CP), empowering students to excel in career-focused education.  This qualification is part of ABE's CRS provision.

UCAS Tariff Points for UK University/College Entry

We have UCAS tariff points confirmed for this qualification. Please refer to the table below for details.

UCAS tariff points are used by UK universities and colleges to determine whether a student meets the entry requirements for a particular course.

P - Pass | M - Merit | D - Distinction

Learners - Click here to find a centre near you

Centres - Click here to find out more about becoming ABE accredited

This future-facing, skills-focused qualification provides a comprehensive overview of the elements that are needed in a business, from leadership to innovation to marketing and finance.  It develops a wide-ranging skill set that opens the door to many career paths, along with a strong foundation of knowledge to support progression to higher education.

All leadership units have been developed with The Institute of Leadership.  The qualification includes one year's complimentary studying membership of The Institute of Leadership and, to support your studies, ABE provides a study guide for every unit.  

Develop essential knowledge and abilities

On successful completion of this qualification, you will:

• Understand different types of business organisation and the factors that can affect them.
• Know the legal, ethical and social requirements that relate to businesses.
• Understand business controls and how to measure performance.
• Understand the advantages and disadvantages of enterprise and entrepreneurship.
• Understand the skills and characteristics required of an entrepreneur.
• Know how to write and pitch a business plan.
• Understand business finance and financial reporting
• Recognise how leadership models and theories are applied.
• Understand the skills and behaviours required for effective leadership along with the ability to identify your personal leadership strengths and areas for development.
• Know how to plan a marketing campaign.
• Understand the fundamental concepts in project management.
• Recognise the role of IT systems and hardware in business.
• Understand the importance of innovation in business and the process of intrapreneurship.
• Understand stakeholder relationships and how to manage them.
• Understand how leaders motivate and support individuals to achieve goals and objectives.

Future-proof your skills:

Based on the World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report, here are the core skills you will develop from the most sought-after employer requirements anticipated for 2030:

• Analytical thinking
• Resilience, flexibility and agility
• Leadership and social influence
• Empathy and active listening
• Curiosity and lifelong learning
• Motivation and self-awareness
• Creative thinking
• Technological literacy
• Talent management

Level 3 is at the same difficulty level as an A level.

Scroll down for unit details.  For a full overview, including learning outcomes, download the qualification specification.

This qualification is one of several new Level 3 programmes available from ABE.  Click here for more information about the new Level 3 suite. Click here to be kept updated when new qualifications are available near you.

International Baccalaureate

ABE will be collaborating with International Baccalaureate as a Career-related Study (CRS) provider in the Asia-Pacific region. This partnership will support schools in delivering the IB Career-related Programme (CP), empowering students to excel in career-focused education.  This qualification is part of ABE's CRS provision.

UCAS Tariff Points for UK University/College Entry

We have UCAS tariff points confirmed for this qualification. Please refer to the table below for details.

UCAS tariff points are used by UK universities and colleges to determine whether a student meets the entry requirements for a particular course.

P - Pass | M - Merit | D - Distinction

Learners - Click here to find a centre near you

Centres - Click here to find out more about becoming ABE accredited

The shorter Foundation Diploma provides a good general grounding in core aspects of business and gives you the tools to develop in areas that will support your long-term career progression. It is ideal for a junior business administration role and includes a helpful study guide for every unit.

This qualification develops the following essential knowledge and abilities:

• Understanding dynamic business environments and how to respond to them.
• Understanding organisational structures and their suitability for different business types.
• Self-reflection to develop and enhance your employability.
• Practical skills that form the basis of financial planning.

Develop the future skills you need

Based on the World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report, here are the core skills you will develop from the top five most sought-after employer requirements for 2030:

• Analytical thinking
• Flexibility and agility
• Self-awareness 

Level 4 is at the same difficulty level as year one of a three-year Bachelors degree. 

The Foundation Diploma is for those who wish to further their career or progress quickly onto the next ABE Level and then go onto employment.  If you wish to eventually top-up to a university degree, the 8 Unit - 120 credit - Diploma provides more favourable progression options .

Scroll down for unit details.  For a full overview, including learning outcomes, download the qualification specification.

Learners - Click here to find a centre near you

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This qualification provides a thorough grounding in Business Management, along with a great springboard for progressing to the next academic level.

With this qualification you will gain the following essential knowledge and abilities:

• Understanding dynamic business environments and how to respond to them.
• Understanding organisational structures and their suitability for different business types.
• Self-reflection to develop and enhance your employability.
• Practical skills in business financial planning.
• Knowledge of how to innovate, develop and grow a business.
• Quantitative thinking and data-driven business decisions.
• Project management theory and effective operations.
• Understanding the dynamics needed to lead, manage and motivate successful teams and evaluate your skillset to optimise input.

Includes a helpful study guide for every unit.

You will develop the future skills you need

Based on the World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report, here are the core skills you will develop from the top five most sought-after employer requirements for 2030:

• Analytical thinking
• Flexibility and agility
• Creative thinking
• Leadership
• Self-awareness

Level 4 is at the same difficulty level as year one of a three-year Bachelors degree.

Scroll down for unit details.  For a full overview, including learning outcomes, download the qualification specification.

Learners - Click here to find a centre near you

Centres - Click here to find out more about becoming ABE accredited

This qualification provides a thorough grounding in contemporary Business Management with a particular focus on the principles of Human Resources (HR).   It will also provide you with tools to work on your own self-development and the know-how to become recognised as a valuable employee.  The programme offers a great springboard for progressing to higher levels of academic study or starting your career in a position such as HR co-ordinator or executive.

The qualification develops the following essential knowledge and skills:

• Understanding dynamic business environments and how to respond to them.
• Understanding organisational structures and their suitability for different business types.
• Self-reflection to develop and enhance your employability.
• Practical skills in business financial planning.
• Knowledge of how to innovate, develop and grow a business.
• Quantitative thinking and data-driven business decisions.
• Project management theory and effective operations
• Working as an effective HR professional, developing HR strategy in conjunction with corporate strategy.
   

Includes a helpful study guide for every unit.

Future-proof your skills

Based on the World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report, here are the core skills you will develop from the top ten most sought-after employer requirements for 2030:
•    Analytical thinking
•    Flexibility and agility
•    Creative thinking
•    Leadership
•    Self-awareness
•    Talent management
 

Level 4 is the same difficulty level as the first year of a Bachelors degree.

Scroll down for unit details.  For a full overview, including learning outcomes, download the qualification specification.

Learners - Click here to find a centre near you

Centres - Click here to find out more about becoming ABE accredited

This qualification provides a thorough grounding in the core principles of marketing and business management.  You will also gain an understanding of the conditions which shape business strategy.  Alongside this, you will learn to develop and market yourself to enhance your lifelong career prospects. The programme offers a great springboard for progressing to higher levels of academic study or starting your career in a position such as marketing co-ordinator or executive. 

With this qualification, you will gain the following essential knowledge and abilities:

• Understanding dynamic business environments and how to respond to them.
• Understanding organisational structures and their suitability for different business types.
• Self-reflection to develop and enhance your employability.
• Practical skills in business financial planning.
• Knowledge of how to innovate, develop and grow a business.
• Quantitative thinking and data-driven business decisions.
• Project management theory and effective operations.
• Applying the fundamental principles of marketing in different contexts.

Includes a helpful study guide for every unit.

You will future-proof your skills

Based on the World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report, here are the core skills you will develop from the top five most sought-after employer requirements for 2030:

• Analytical thinking
• Flexibility and agility
• Creative thinking
• Leadership
• Self-awareness

Level 4 is the same difficulty level as year one of a Bachelors degree.

Scroll down for unit details.  For a full overview, including learning outcomes, download the qualification specification.

Learners - Click here to find a centre near you

Centres - Click here to find out more about becoming ABE accredited

Communicate, influence, and build trust across your team.

The Award in Powerful Leadership Connection is designed to develop the communication and relationship-building skills essential for effective and inspirational leadership. It equips leaders with the knowledge and practical tools needed to enhance their leadership interactions, align with organisational goals, and foster high-performing teams.

The qualification focuses on understanding and applying the principles of effective leadership communication to inspire, motivate, and empower others, enhancing team performance using contemporary leadership and team management methodologies.

This qualification supports the development of emotionally intelligent, adaptable leaders capable of creating strong connections that drive performance and organisational success.

Assessments:

• Practical, assignment-based assessments that you apply directly to your own organisation
• Fast six-week turnaround  from submission to result to keep you on track
• All assessments are marked by ABE to ensure a consistent standard

Who it's for:

• Team leaders and supervisors
• Managers seeking to build strong relationships
• Leaders who want the skill to communicate effectively with diverse audiences

Why study this?

• Learn how to tailor communication to different stakeholders and situations
• Build inclusive and psychologically safe team cultures
• Manage conflict constructively using proven communication models
• Practice techniques for influence, active listening, and feedback

Certificates will feature the logos of ABE, Ofqual and The Institute of Leadership!

Because leadership is built on connection, not control.

Ready to start your Executive Leadership journey?

Centres new to ABE click here to make an accreditation enquiry.

Centres - already accredited?  Simply email accreditation and let them know you would like to add these qualifications to your ABE portfolio.

Learners - sign up here to be informed when these qualifications are available near you.

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Understand yourself to lead others more effectively.

This short qualification supports individual growth as an effective leader, fostering your insight into how you lead and interact with others and helping you to promote a positive and productive environment.

The qualification will equip you with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to develop self-awareness in a leadership context, providing insight into how behaviours, personality, and emotional intelligence influence others.

You will:

• Explore the role and value of a personal leadership brand, and how it supports influence, integrity, and authenticity.
• Apply leadership models, theories, and self-assessment tools to evaluate personal strengths, values, behaviours, and areas for development.
• Develop strategies and plans to enhance self-awareness and improve leadership capabilities.
• Create and implement a Personal Development Plan (PDP).
• Use reflective practice to understand your leadership behaviours and the impact they have on others.

Through this qualification, you will gain the ability to reflect on your own leadership impact, align your actions with values, and to build the trust and confidence of others. It supports both personal growth and career progression by promoting a reflective and authentic leadership style.

Assessments:

• Practical, assignment-based assessments that you apply directly to your organisation
• Fast six-week turnaround  from submission to result to keep you on track
• All assessments are marked by ABE to ensure a consistent standard

Who It's For:

• New or aspiring leaders
• Professionals looking to improve their emotional intelligence
• Anyone wanting to build a solid foundation for leadership

Why Study This?

• Discover how your behaviours, values, and personality affect your leadership impact
• Learn key self-assessment tools (e.g., emotional intelligence, 360° feedback)
• Create a personal development plan that aligns with your leadership goals
• Reflect on your strengths and areas for growth to improve confidence and communication
• Your certificate will feature the logos of ABE, Ofqual and The Institute of Leadership

Start your leadership journey by looking within.

Ready to start your Executive Leadership journey?

Centres new to ABE click here to make an accreditation enquiry.

Centres - already accredited?  Simply email accreditation and let them know you would like to add these qualifications to your ABE portfolio.

Learners - sign up here to be informed when these qualifications are available near you.

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Lead with purpose. Communicate with clarity. Inspire performance.

This qualification aims to develop well-rounded, self-aware, and adaptable leaders who can inspire, motivate, and engage diverse teams to achieve high performance. 

It will equip you with the theoretical understanding and practical skills to build a strong personal leadership brand, communicate powerfully, and create inclusive, high-performing teams. The qualification focuses on self-awareness and building a personal brand, effective communication and team performance management and inclusive and inspirational leadership.

You will learn how to apply adaptive leadership behaviours to manage diverse personalities, life stages, and neurodiversity by promoting a culture of inclusivity, trust, and respect, contributing to a positive leadership climate. This qualification supports leadership development at both personal and organisational levels, fostering the confidence and capability to lead with purpose in a dynamic and diverse workplace.

Assessments:

• Practical, assignment-based assessments that you apply directly to your organisation
• Fast six-week turnaround  from submission to result to keep you on track
• All assessments are marked by ABE to ensure a consistent standard

Who It's For:

• Current and future managers
• Professionals wanting to strengthen leadership presence
• Anyone leading teams in complex or evolving environments

Why Study This?

• Develop your personal leadership brand aligned to your values
• Drive team performance through motivational leadership and adaptive behaviour
• Learn inclusive leadership practices for neurodiverse and multi-generational teams
• Apply strategies that inspire individuals and cultivate a high-performance culture

Certificates will feature the logos of ABE, Ofqual and The Institute of Leadership!

For leaders who want to bring out the best in others.

Centres and training providers - apply here to run this programme.

Learners - the first assessments will be available in September and registrations can start in August.  

Ready to start your Executive Leadership journey?

Centres new to ABE click here to make an accreditation enquiry.

Centres - already accredited?  Simply email accreditation and let them know you would like to add these qualifications to your ABE portfolio.

Learners - sign up here to be informed when these qualifications are available near you.

Learners - Click here to find a centre near you

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Strategic, self-aware, inclusive — lead at a higher level

This qualification provides a comprehensive and practical framework for developing confident, adaptive, and self-aware leaders who can drive individual and organisational success. 

It is designed for current and aspiring leaders who seek to refine their leadership approach, build high-performing teams, and foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture through continuous reflection and improvement. The qualification focuses on self-awareness, building a personal brand, effective communication, team performance management, and inclusive and inspirational leadership. 

You will apply adaptive leadership behaviours and reflective leadership practice to manage diverse personalities, life stages, and neurodiversity, by analysing your leadership experiences and outcomes to foster a culture of continuous improvement within your organisation. 

This diploma supports leaders in becoming purpose-driven, people-focused, and performance-oriented, ready to meet the evolving demands of modern leadership.

Assessments:

• Practical, assignment-based assessments that you apply directly to your organisation
• Fast six-week turnaround  from submission to result to keep you on track
• All assessments are marked by ABE to ensure a consistent standard

Who It's For:

• Experienced leaders seeking formal recognition
• Senior professionals responsible for organisational change or growth
• Those on a pathway to executive or transformational leadership roles

Why Study This?

• Integrate strategic thinking, critical reflection, and leadership theory
• Lead diverse teams with confidence and empathy
• Build a consistent leadership brand and influence at all levels
• Embed high-performance culture and continuous improvement across teams

Certificates will feature the logos of ABE, Ofqual and The Institute of Leadership!

A transformational qualification for leaders ready to make a lasting impact.

Ready to start your Executive Leadership journey?

Centres new to ABE click here to make an accreditation enquiry.

Centres - already accredited?  Simply email accreditation and let them know you would like to add these qualifications to your ABE portfolio.

Learners - sign up here to be informed when these qualifications are available near you.

Learners - Click here to find a centre near you

Centres - Click here to find out more about becoming ABE accredited

A great springboard for your career in a business or management-related role or for progressing to the next academic level. This qualification develops strategic understanding of business theory and practical application. Every unit comes with a helpful study guide.
 

This qualification develops the following essential knowledge and abilities:
 

• Responding to volatile and complex business scenarios.
• Evaluating business performance and understanding the impact of innovation.
• Critical and theoretical knowledge to make informed financial decisions.
• Understanding how multinational organisations operate and adapt in dynamic, ever-changing international marketplaces.
   

You will develop further skills in two of the following business management areas: 
 

• Successful supply chain management, logistics and operations.
• Using accurate and relevant information and data to make critical business decisions.
• Stakeholder management to overcome threats, take advantage of opportunities and protect brand reputation.

Includes a study guide for every unit.

Future-proof your skills:

Based on the World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report, here are the core skills you will develop from the top five most sought-after employer requirements for 2030:

• Analytical thinking
• Flexibility and agility
• Creative thinking
• Leadership
• Self-awareness
   

Level 5 is the same difficulty level as year two of a Bachelors degree. 

Scroll down for unit details.  For a full overview, including learning outcomes, download the qualification specification.

In addition to compulsory units please choose any two from the 'Other units' list

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This qualification develops a strategic understanding of contemporary business management as well as a deeper knowledge of human resources.  It is ideal for a junior to middle manager HR or business role or progressing the next academic level.

You will develop the following essential knowledge and abilities:

• Responding to volatile and complex business scenarios.
• Evaluating business performance and understanding the impact of innovation.
• Critical and theoretical knowledge to make informed financial decisions.
• Understanding how multinational organisations operate and adapt in dynamic, ever-changing international marketplaces.

You will develop further skills in two of the following areas of HR:

• Contemporary approaches to managing people.
• Implementing strategies, tools and techniques to build an engaged and committed workforce.
• Contemporary practices to develop HR strategy as an effective contribution to sustained business success. 

Includes a study guide for every unit.

Future-proof your skills

Based on the World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report, here are the core skills you will develop from the top ten most sought-after employer requirements for 2030:

• Analytical thinking
• Flexibility and agility
• Creative thinking
• Leadership
• Self-awareness
• Talent management

Level 5 is at the same difficulty level as year two of a Bachelors degree. 

Scroll down for unit details.  For a full overview, including learning outcomes, download the qualification specification.

In addition to the four compulsory units, please select two from the 'other units' list.  

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This qualification develops a strong understanding of contemporary business management strategy together with the knowledge required of a marketing professional. It is ideal for a junior to middle manager role in marketing or business administration, or progressing to the next academic level.

You will develop the following essential knowledge and abilities:

• Responding to volatile and complex business scenarios.
• Evaluating business performance and understanding the impact of innovation.
• Critical and theoretical knowledge to make informed financial decisions.
• Understanding how multinational organisations operate and adapt in dynamic, ever-changing international marketplaces.

You will develop further skills in two of the following areas of marketing:

• The ability to implement integrated marketing communications to meet brand, market and business objectives.
• Understanding of how consumers make buying decisions and how to develop marketing strategies that connect with target customers.
• How to use sustainable marketing approaches that have a positive impact on communities.

Includes a study guide for every unit.

You will future-proof your skills 

Based on the World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report, here are the core skills you will develop from the top five most sought-after employer requirements for 2030:

• Analytical thinking
• Flexibility and agility
• Creative thinking
• Leadership
• Self-awareness

Level 5 is the same difficulty level as year two of a Bachelors degree.

Scroll down for unit details.  For a full overview, including learning outcomes, download the qualification specification.

In addition to the four compulsory units, please select two from the 'other units' list.

Learners - Click here to find a centre near you

Centres - Click here to find out more about becoming ABE accredited

This Diploma develops a strategic understanding of business management along with a dynamic and skills-focused approach to modern leadership.  It provides an enviable dual skillset that will help you secure employment, progress academically or demonstrate your readiness for a role in business leadership.

Developed with sector experts, The Institute of Leadership, you will gain the skills you need to develop your leadership capability and inspire others to achieve their full potential. You will also enhance your career with a winning combination of both business and leadership expertise.

Why choose the ABE Level 5 Diploma in Business Management and Leadership?

If you are interested in leadership, this qualification represents a great choice whether your immediate goals are career-based or academic, because:

• It offers a unique combination of the latest in leadership thinking, underpinned by a strategic knowledge of business.
• You will get a dual-branded certificate featuring the logos of both ABE and The Institute of Leadership as well as UK qualifications regulator, Ofqual.
• You can access fast and affordable progression to the final year of a Bachelors degree.
• It comes with ABE’s added value – a comprehensive study guide for every unit, all assessments marked in the UK, and regulator recognition.
• Enrolment includes one year’s free studying membership of The Institute of Leadership (IoL) and a subsequent year at a reduced fee.  This provides access to a host of career-enhancing benefits.
• Learners who achieve this qualification are eligible for the prestigious IoL Member status and can use the letters MIoL after their name.

Who would this qualification suit? 

The qualification is ideal for:

• Junior or middle managers aspiring to move to a leadership role.
• Leaders who want to become better and more confident in their role.
• Employers who want to enhance the effectiveness of their organisation's leaders.
• People wishing to specialise in leadership who are progressing from ABE Level 4.

To achieve this qualification, take the four compulsory units and select two of the three additional 'Other units'.

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This qualification develops the theoretical knowledge and strategic skillset needed to excel in a business management/leadership role. It will also prepare you for Masters Level study or the final stages of a Bachelors degree.

With this qualification you will develop the following essential knowledge and abilities:

• Identifying the drivers for strategic change and understanding how to lead an organisation and its stakeholders through change.
• Modelling and scenario-building to support strategic decision-making, and evaluating business strategies in varied market contexts.
• Understanding markets and developing strategies to successfully enter new global markets.
• Knowing how ethics, corporate social responsibility and sustainability should be applied in business operations.

You will also have the opportunity to develop in two of the following business leadership areas: 

• Identifying and managing stakeholder relationships that have a strategic significance to your organisation.
• Knowing how, when and where to seek finance and investment opportunities.
• Applying advanced principles, practices and techniques vital to the successful leadership and commercial management of complex projects.

Future proof your skills

Based on the World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report, here are core skills you will develop from the top five most sought-after employer requirements for 2030:

• Analytical thinking
• Flexibility and agility
• Leadership
• Self-awareness

Level 6 is at the same level as the final year of a Bachelors degree. 

For a detailed overview (including learning outcomes by unit) download the qualification specification, or scroll down to see unit details.

In addition to compulsory units, please choose any two from the 'Other units' list

Learners - Click here to find a centre near you

Centres - Click here to find out more about becoming ABE accredited

This qualification develops the theoretical knowledge and strategic skillset needed to excel in a human resources (HR)/business management/leadership role. It will also prepare you for Masters Level study or the final stages of a Bachelors degree.

You will develop the following essential knowledge and abilities:

• Identifying the drivers for strategic change and understanding how to lead an organisation and its stakeholders through change.
• Modelling and scenario-building to support strategic decision-making, and evaluating business strategies in varied market contexts.
• Understanding markets and developing strategies to successfully enter new global markets.
• Knowing how ethics, corporate social responsibility and sustainability should be applied in business operations.

You will develop further in two of the following human resource leadership areas:

• Understanding trends that will shape the role of HR in the future and the impact that wider external pressures and developments, such as globalisation, technology and social change, have on the workplace.
• Organisational design to optimise performance.
• Managing the HR function across international boundaries.

Includes a study guide for every unit.

Future-proof your skills

Based on the World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report, here are the core skills you will develop from the top ten most sought-after employer requirements for 2030:

• Analytical thinking
• Flexibility and agility
• Leadership
• Self-awareness
• Talent management

Level 6 is at the same level as the final year of a Bachelors degree. For a detailed overview (including learning outcomes by unit) download the qualification specification, or scroll down to see unit details.

In addition to compulsory units please choose any two from the 'Other units' list.

Learners - Click here to find a centre near you

Centres - Click here to find out more about becoming ABE accredited

This qualification develops a critical strategic understanding of contemporary business management and also develops the skills required of a senior marketing professional.  It will help you excel in a middle to senior business or marketing role.  It will also prepare you for Masters Level study or the final stages of a Bachelors degree.

The qualification develops the following essential knowledge and abilities:

• Recognising drivers for strategic change and how to lead an organisation and its stakeholders through change.
• Modelling and scenario-building to support strategic decision-making, and evaluating business strategies in varied market contexts.
• Understanding international markets and developing strategies to successfully expand into new territories.
• Knowing how ethics, corporate social responsibility and sustainability should be applied in business operations.

You will develop further in two of the following marketing leadership areas:

• A strategic perspective of marketing management in relation to analysis, planning, implementation and control of marketing activities, including the use of metrics to measure, monitor and improve performance.
• Customer engagement, communication, relationship marketing acquisition, retention and distribution, how customers buy, and how to develop an effective customer relationship marketing system.
• Understanding the principles of strategic digital marketing set in the context of the changing behaviours of the contemporary customer. You will also assess how organisations of all types and in all markets, need to adopt an entrepreneurial mindset and understand the imperative of digital transformation. 

Future proof your skills

Based on the World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report, here are core skills you will develop from the top ten most sought-after employer requirements for 2030:

• Analytical thinking

• Flexibility and agility

• Leadership

• Self-awareness

• Service orientation

Level 6 is at the same level as the final year of a Bachelors degree. For a detailed overview (including learning outcomes by unit) download the qualification specification, or scroll down to see unit details.

There are 4 compulsory units plus any 2 from the "Other units" list.

Learners - Click here to find a centre near you

Centres - Click here to find out more about becoming ABE accredited