MQF/EQF Level 5
Undergraduate Certificate in Business Management
Knights College
Malta
May / October 2025
Mode
Part Time
Delivery
Class-Based Learning
Duration
4.5 Months
Location
Malta
Credits
30 ECTS/ECVET
Language
English
Price Early Submission (EU Students)
Price Full (EU Students)
€2,400
Up to €1,680 refunded via the Get Qualified Scheme.
Price International (Non-EU Students)
The MQF Level 5 Undergraduate Certificate in Business Management introduces learners to the basic concepts of business management, allowing them to get acquainted with the main similarities and differences between leadership and management. Learners will also be exposed to the basics of employment law and the various tools and techniques used by HR professionals in the management of teams and organisations.
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.
- Understand the key differences and similarities between management and leadership.
Upon successful completion of this programme, learners will be eligible to advance their studies by pursuing an Undergraduate Diploma in Business Management.
Mode of Assessment
This 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
This course 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
Introduction to the Business World
This module introduces learners to the basic principles of the business world. It demonstrates the different types of organisations found in the business world and highlights the different departments which are crucial to the effective managing and performance of an organisation.
10
ECTS
50
hours
Leadership and Management
This module allows the learner to get acquainted with the main similarities and differences between leadership and management. Moreover, they will also be exposed to the main theories governing them both and allow them to critically think which ones are most suitable for different activities, departments and objectives of organisations.
10
ECTS
50
hours
Essentials for Managing People
This module introduces learners to the world of human resource and people management, whereby they will be exposed to the different activities and responsibilities of this department within organisations. This module will therefore look at processes and procedures related to managing people.
10
ECTS
50
hours
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Total Credits
Core Modules
30
Credits to graduate
30 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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