ABE-UK QUALIFICATIONS · LEVELS 3–6 + DEGREE
One pathway, from your first business idea to a UK honours degree.
Every IEF programme is an ABE (UK) qualification with a defined academic level and a clear route to the next step. Choose your starting point below — each card opens a full detail page with modules, entry requirements and outcomes.
Certificate in Business Start-up
Develop and launch a business venture — entrepreneurial skills, market analysis and a complete business plan and pitch.
Diploma in Business Management
The functional foundations of management — project management, business analysis, finance and organisational behaviour.
Diploma in Business Management
Strategic and middle-management capability — broadly equivalent to an HND and the gateway to the degree top-up.
Diploma in Business Management
Advanced strategy and leadership for senior roles — corporate finance, international markets and organisational change.
BA (Hons) Business Administration (Top-up)
Complete a globally recognised UK honours degree with the University of Hertfordshire — typically one further year after Level 5.
HOW THE LADDER FITS TOGETHER
Each level is a step toward the next
Found a venture and learn how business works. A structured pathway into higher-level business management study.
The core functional areas of business — and how managers coordinate resources, teams and projects to achieve goals.
Strategic understanding and middle-management capability — and the entry point to the BA (Hons) top-up degree.
Advanced strategic management and leadership for senior management roles in global, competitive markets.
Progress from Level 5 directly into the final year of a UK honours degree and graduate in approximately one more year.
Not sure where to start?
Tell us about your background and goals — our admissions team will recommend the right entry level for you.