MQF/EQF Level 6
Bachelor of Science in Business Management (Top-Up)
Knights College
Malta
May / October 2025
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Mode
Part Time
Delivery
Class-Based Learning
Duration
9 Months
Location
Malta
Credits
60 ECTS/ECVET
Language
English
Price Early Submission (EU Students)
€6,359
Price Full (EU Students)
€6,995
Up to €2,796 refunded via the Get Qualified Scheme.
Price International (Non-EU Students)
€5,995
The MQF Level 5 Foundation Degree in Business Management (Top-up) equips you with leadership skills to excel in people management and guide individuals, teams, and organisations to success through effective business practices. This programme prepares students to tackle real-world business challenges and make a significant impact in their chosen career path.
Learners will learn how to:
- Define and critically discuss the term business and the different types of organisations found in the business industry
- Understand the effects of the external environment on the overall success of a business
- Comply with employment laws and regulations when performing recruitment
- Examplify ways in which interpersonal skills lead to enhanced and better performing teams
- Develop the ability to make informed decisions that align with the long-term goals and objectives of a business
- Hone communication skills tailored to diverse stakeholders, enhancing collaboration and productivity
Mode of Assessment
The course shall be assessed through the use of an assignment based on the theoretical concepts presented during the lectures and ways of implementing said concepts and theories. These assessments will include group assignments, group presentations, individual assignments and individual presentations.
Target Audience
The BSc in Business Management (Top-up) is intended for those who are aged 21+ and aspire to work or are already working as team leaders or managers.
Semester 1
The below is an outline of the modules covered in this course
Module
ECTS
Duration
Fundamentals of Accounting and Finance
This module allows learners to delve into the basic principles which govern accounting and finance and their role in a business context. It will allow them to understand how accounting and finance and proper financial management can aid the organisation in performing better overall.
10
ECTS
50
hours
Interpersonal Skills for Managers
This module will allow learners to understand and further nurture their interpersonal skills which will enable them to go further successfully throughout their career. It will allow them to further their studies in management and to portray effective communication skills.
10
ECTS
50
hours
Operations Management
This module has been strategically designed to aid learners in understanding the fundamental role of operations management. It helps them by understanding its purpose within an organisation as well as outline the fundamental skills required by an effective operations manager.
10
ECTS
50
hours
Semester 2
The below is an outline of the modules covered in this course
Module
ECTS
Duration
Creativity and Innovation in Organisations
This module introduces the basic principles of managing and implementing creativity and innovation within organisations. It will equip them with enough knowledge and skills to assess and implement creative and innovative thinking when it comes to planning, implementing and monitoring strategies.
10
ECTS
50
hours
Basic Economics for Managers
This module aims at introducing learners to the basic concepts of economics in order to implement them at the workplace in a business context.
10
ECTS
50
hours
Critical Thinking for Managers
This module introduces learners to the basic concepts of critical thinking and the main benefits and challenges of implementing such practices at the workplace. This module shall also provide a link between enhanced team performance within an organisation and implementation of effective decision making, critical thinking and problem solving.
10
ECTS
50
hours
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Total Credits
Core Modules
60
Credits to graduate
60 ECTS/ECVET
Awarding &
Accrediting Bodies
Awarding Body
Validating Body
Knights College
This qualification is awarded by Knights College.
Accrediting Body
Malta Further and Higher Education Authority
This qualification is accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority.
Entry Requirements
The below are the requested entry requirements
Applicants should hold:
- A Diploma in a related field pegged at MQF Level 4 or equivalent OR;
- A Matriculation certificate with at least 2 A-levels & 3 Intermediate OR;
- Mature Student OR;
- A MATSEC certificate with Grade 5 or better in English, Maltese and Mathematics together with at least 5 years of experience working within a business setting.
Funding Schemes
Scholarships & Facilitations
Get Qualified Scheme
Governed by the Malta Enterprise, this scheme gives the student up to 70% of the total fees paid for the course in tax credits. Get Qualified is an initiative that supports the personal development of individuals for the achievement of qualifications and certifications required by industry.
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