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EUAAB EQF Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration (PGDBA)

Total 120 credits. Delivery Language - English.
Equivalent to Year 1 of a University Master's degree. You can top up another 60 credits to get a Master's degree.

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Our EQF Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration (PGDBA) presents a comprehensive and advanced education in various business disciplines. It equips individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in managerial and leadership roles across diverse industries. This qualification provides a deep understanding of finance, marketing, operations, human resources, and strategy, preparing graduates for the complexities of the global business landscape.

Beyond theoretical learning, PGDBA programmes emphasise practical application through case studies, projects, and industry partnerships, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication abilities. The qualification enhances career prospects, opening doors to higher-level positions and increasing earning potential. Furthermore, the networking opportunities provided during the programme enable connections with professionals from varied backgrounds, facilitating future career advancements and collaborations.
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A Level 7 PGDBA instils a mindset of continuous learning and adaptability, crucial in today's rapidly evolving business environment. Recognised for credibility and valued by employers, this qualification not only enhances personal development but also provides a solid foundation for those aspiring to lead in the business world or launch their entrepreneurial ventures.

       The Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration provides its learners with realistic and appropriate career related guidance for the 21st Century markets. Best of all, the Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration creates an opportunity for learners to complete their MBA degree from any recognised university at an advanced level.

Admission Criteria

Learners will need to be over the age of 19, and must demonstrate one of the following:

Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) 
OR
Level 6 qualification (or equivalent overseas qualification) 
OR 
Mature applicant with A level (or equivalent) and work experience
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English requirements:
If the learner is not from a majority English-speaking country, they must provide evidence of English language competency at a minimum of CEFR (The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) level C1 from a recognised English test provider or IELTS level 7.0-8.0 in each components.

​What units are covered

​EUAAB Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration (PGDBA) focuses on 3 core areas - Management, Finance & HRM and Research. ​It consists of 5 mandatory units, each containing 20 credits and 2 optional units, each containing 10 credits to be delivered generally over 1 academic year.

• Mandatory Modules
• Optional Modules

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​Unit EXL7621: Organisational Change and Development (Mandatory, 20 Credits) - Management Core
​Unit EXL7623: Financial Management (Mandatory, 20 Credits) -Finance and HRM Core
Unit EXL7818: Strategic Planning (Mandatory, 20 Credits) -Finance and HRM Core
​Unit EXL7715: Strategic Human Resource Management (Mandatory, 20 Credits)- Finance and HRM Core
​Unit EXL7999: Research Methods for Managers (Mandatory, 20 Credits)- Research Core
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Unit EXL7661: Entrepreneurship and Business Development (Optional, 10 Credits)
Unit EXL7348: Strategic Project Management for Managers (Optional, 10 Credits)
Unit EXL7122: Operations and Supply Chain Management (Optional, 10 Credits)
Unit EXL7385: International Marketing Management (Optional, 10 Credits)
Unit EXL7320: Information Systems for Managers (Optional, 10 Credits)
Unit EXL7494: Business and Sustainability (Optional, 10 Credits)

How it is delivered

The programme will typically be delivered as a 1 year full time study or a total of 42 weeks (including assignment submission weeks). An academic year is divided into six learning blocks with 7 weeks duration each. There will be three (3) contact days per week or a total of twenty one (21) contact hours per week; and thirteen (13) hours of self‐directed learning per week.
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How it is assessed

All units will be internally assessed by the delivering institute. Learner will need to show that they meet each of the assessment criteria detailed within each unit, to the required standard for the level of the unit.

Certificates are awarded a Pass, Merit or Distinction grade following assessment of the candidate’s portfolio of work. A assessor will examine the evidence and make a decision which is checked by the internal followed by the external verifier and passed for certification. The achievement rates for this qualification are outstanding. 

Professional networking

Our post graduate students contribute to the following European Business Forums.
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