Professional Diploma in Business Administration (PDBA)

The PDBA has been credit-rated by a Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) Credit Rating Body with 120 credits at level 11. The SCQF level 11 is equivalent to EQF level 7. Learners who complete the PDBA will be awarded a Professional Diploma in Business Administration which will be internationally recognised.

The programme is listed on the SCQF database, which can be found at https://scqf.org.uk/about-the-framework/scqf-database/. Just type in London Examinations Board under “Owner of Qualification,” and you will find details there.

Course Structure:

Total Credits: 120 SCQF credits (Level 11)
Modules: 8 Common Core Units (15 credits each)
Assessment: Management reports (4,000 words per module)
Completion Time: Each module delivered over 3 weeks + 1 week for assignment submission

Entry Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in any field from a recognized institution
Professional Qualification equivalent to a degree + 2 years of work experience
Diploma/Advanced Diploma Holders + 6 years of work experience (2 years in a managerial role)
Non-Diploma Holders with 8 years of work experience (3 years in a managerial role)
English Proficiency Required

Mode of Study:

Fully online learning with flexible scheduling
8 hours of online classes, tutorials & module leader interactions per unit
Self-study with access to pre-recorded lectures & learning materials

Program Highlights:

Globally Recognized Qualification – Credit-rated by SCQF at Level 11 (equivalent to EQF Level 7).
Flexible Online Learning – Study fully online with recorded lectures and interactive tutorials.
Career-Oriented Curriculum – Practical business training aligned with industry needs.
Comprehensive Assessments – Management reports to develop strategic thinking and analytical skills.

Why Choose This PDBA?

Internationally Recognized

Listed on the SCQF database for global credibility.

Leadership & Management Training

Enhance decision-making & strategic thinking.

Fast-Track to an MBA

Progress to an MBA Top-Up after completion.

Flexible & Work-Friendly

Designed for professionals balancing work & studies.

Industry-Relevant Skills

Apply learning to real-world business challenges.

Overview of the PDBA Programme

All students undergo an online induction briefing.
There are eight Common Core Units of 15 credits each.
Students shall undertake all eight Common Core Units.
Students must also successfully complete and earn a total of 120 credits to complete the programme and gain the PDBA award.
Each semester/term will be delivered over 3 weeks per module and submission of assignments at the end of the 4th week from the commencement of each module.
Upon successful completion, students will be conferred with the “Professional Diploma in Business Administration” award.

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Studying at Level 11 (Postgraduate level)

There will be an infusing of practicalities around increased knowledge; Along with this is advanced academic training:

The ability to compare, contrast and critique the work of other academics.
The synthesis of theory and the practical application.
The appreciation of the complexities of the subject and the ability to discuss these through a variety of lenses.
Develop advanced writing.
Being factual and scientific in approach.

Assessments

Assessment is on the work of individuals
Reflects on students’ knowledge, experience and practice
Leads to being able to modify and develop their own experiences and others with current business practices

Management Reports

The purpose of the word limitation is for students to:

The assessment tasks employed in assessing learning outcomes are in the form of Management Reports with word limitations of usually between 4,000 words. Each unit document will outline the specific word limit.

Focus on issues.
Be critically concise.
Refrain from writing excessively.
Assist them in their time management throughout the programme.
Assessment Summary

Module Name	Management Report Type
Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship	Business Plan
Managing Business Strategy	Strategic Plan
Managing Human Capital	HCM Planning Strategy
Marketing Management	Marketing Strategy Plan
Managing Operations	Strategic Operations Management Plan
Leading Organisation	Management Report
Financial Management	Financial Task Analysis
Project Management	Project Plan

Delivery Mode (Fully Online)

Each taught Module should have a total of 8 hours of online classes, tutorials, and interaction with the Module Leader. This will be supported by self-study using Online Learning Resources. Pre-recorded video lectures for each module will be provided.