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Dream of leading talent acquisition and fostering workplace excellence? From recruitment and employee development to organisational strategy and compliance – our Diploma in Business and HR can set you on the path to success.
Recognised by leading HR organisations, our Business and HR diploma covers everything from talent management, employee relations, and performance appraisal to organisational strategy, legal compliance, and workplace diversity.
Our Level 4 and 5 diploma in Business and HR Management is equivalent to the first two years of an undergraduate course, allowing learners to progress onto the final year of an undergraduate degree program at a university.
This course is eligible for ELCAS funding.
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Students on our Business and Human Resource Management online course can complete a Level 4 (120 credits) Diploma, Level 5 (120 credits) or a combined Level 4 & 5 (240 credits) diploma, designed to provide students with the skills needed to succeed in the Human Resource Management industry.
This Human Resources qualification is completed online and you can start at any time, it’s completely flexible. Each module of our HR management course (Level 4 & Level 5) consists of 40 hours of guided online learning, with an additional 30-50 hours worth of optional materials that include recommended exercises, readings, digital resources and self-test tasks.
To complete this Human Resources course you’ll submit 10 online assignments at Level 4, and 6 online assignments at Level 5. Assignments are approximately 2,000-3,000 words each. Once you’ve passed your course, you’ll be awarded with a Level 4 and Level 5 diploma in Business and Human Resource management, and you’ll be able to top up your Human Resources qualification to a bachelor’s degree at a range of UK universities.
During this Diploma in Business and HRM you’ll have access to 1-2-1 tutor support and webinars, social learning forums and additional materials to complete your diploma in HRM with ease. You can find out more about the support you’ll have available on our Student Resources page.
You can also read about the academic credentials we meet and associations we’re part of to make sure you have the best learning experience.
The Level 4 Diploma in Business Management has 6 modules:
The Level 5 Diploma in Business Management and Human Resources has 6 modules:
Assignment Unit titles:
The assignment unit titles for the Level 4 Business Management diploma are:
More information about the Level 4 Diploma in Business management units can be found here: https://othm.org.uk/qualification/othm-level-4-diploma-in-business-management
The assignment unit titles for the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Business management and HR are:
To enrol in our Level 4 Business Management online course, you must be at least 18 years old and have a full secondary education, meaning you must have a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent.
If you don’t have 2 A-levels or the equivalent, such as NVQ Level 3, you may also be able to enrol based on your work experience. To find out more, talk to one of our helpful team members at: 0333 772 1158
To enrol on the Level 5 Business and HRM diploma, you must have completed the Level 4 diploma in Business Management.
Level 4: £2,900 Enrol with a £20 deposit and then £120 a month for 24 months, interest free.
Level 5: £2,900 Enrol with a £20 deposit and then £120 a month for 24 months, interest-free.
Level 4 & 5: £3,500 Enrol with a £20 deposit and then £145 a month for 24 months, interest-free.
Students can make payment using one of the following methods:
A Level 4/5 Diploma in Business and HR from Online Business School provides essential knowledge and practical skills to manage people effectively in any organisation.
The course focuses on key areas such as recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and strategic HR planning, preparing graduates for roles such as:
HR Manager
Recruitment Specialist
Employee Relations Manager
Talent Acquisition Manager
HR Officer
Graduates can also progress to a full bachelor’s degree through a university top-up year or pursue professional certifications like CIPD to enhance their career prospects. The Level 4/5 qualification lays a strong foundation for a successful career in business and human resource management.
Once you’ve completed your Level 4 & 5 Business and Human Resource Management Online course you have the opportunity to complete a third-year top-up degree programme, known as a ‘BA top up’, from a wide range of UK universities.
Students can apply to any university offering the BA top up and you can choose to study for your degree either online or in-person on campus.
If you decide to top up to a full undergraduate degree through an accredited UK university, the costs are listed below.
Coventry University
Business Management and Leadership BA (Hons)– London Campus – £10,000
Business Management and Leadership BA (Hons)– Coventry Campus- £10,000
Northampton University
BSc (Hons) in International Accounting -£9,250
University of Derby
BSc (Hons) Business and Management– £5,200
University of Northumbria
BSc Honours Global Business Management (Human Resources) (top-up)
University of Huddersfield
BA Honours Human Resource Management top-up
Westcliff University
Business Administration – £11,655 (online) / £15,600 (on campus)
University of Hertfordshire
BA (Hons) Business Administration – £6,400
University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN)
BA (Hons) Business Management – £9,240
BA (Hons) Business Administration (top-up) (Online)
Edinburgh Napier University
BA in Business Management – £4,600 BA in Business and Enterprise – £4,600 BA in Sales Management – £4,600
University of Sunderland – On Campus
BA (Hons) Business and Management – £9,250
University of Cumbria
BA (Hons) Global Business Management – ON CAMPUS– £9,250 UK/ £13,250 International
BA (Hons) International Business Management – ON CAMPUS– £9,250 UK/ £13,250 International
NOTE: UK/EU students may be eligible for student loans for the top-up portion of their studies. Visit www.slc.co.uk for more information.
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Once you enrol on the Business and Human Resource Management diploma, you’ll have access to our expert tutors. Our friendly team, with plenty of experience, is always on hand to offer advice and support with your Human Resources qualification. Whether you have a quick question about a module or need in-depth feedback on your assignments, we’re here to help.
The Program Leader for this course is Mike Donald, who has been teaching for over 30 years across various levels, from primary to advanced. He has experience working with degree-level and postgraduate students and has been developing online courses for the past 16 years.
I chose to study at OSB because it gave me a good route into teaching outside of the traditional means.
I found it to be very convenient and highly productive.
I most enjoyed being able to do things at my own rhythm.
I recently completed my Level 4 and 5 Diploma in Human Resources Management with Online Business School, and I am extremely pleased with my experience. The course content was well-structured and covered a wide range of important topics, greatly enhancing my skills and knowledge in the field.
The flexibility of studying online allowed me to balance my learning with other commitments, and the support from tutors was always prompt and helpful. I truly appreciate all the teachers—they were incredibly supportive and responsive, always providing quick and helpful feedback.
It’s really simple to enrol on our Diploma in Business and Human Resource Management course, it only takes a few moments and you can either enrol online or over the phone, it’s entirely up to you:
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No, we like to keep things simple here at Online Business School, so you won’t need to go to an interview to enrol on our Business and HR course. All you’ll need to do is complete a short application form to make sure you meet the criteria for this Human Resources Qualification , for example, you must have a full secondary education.
The duration of our diploma in Business and Human Resource Management is completely flexible. We allow 5 years to complete this course so it is entirely up to you when you study and when you complete this
HR online course. You can also study the modules in any order you like, you will have complete control of your learning.
Our Business and Human Resource Management online course includes some great added extras to help you succeed, from 1-2-1 tutoring support and online learning resources to a FREE laptop and Student Membership card.
All course material, including online modules and written assignments Personal tutor support with 1-2-1 Zoom sessions Dedicated student support Access to an online social learning forum Assignment marking and feedback FREE laptop* FREE TOTUM student discount card FREE student membership to the Institute of Hospitality FREE access to Our Hubs *excluding ELCAS funded learners
You don’t need any previous work experience to enrol on our Business and HRM course, however, to meet the criteria to enrol, you must be at least 18 years old and have a full secondary education.