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Online Diploma in Business Administration, Level 6.
A UK Level 6 diploma for people already managing, studied completely online in your own hours. Six modules, no exams, no deadlines. €220 a month for twelve months, with up to 70% back from Malta when you finish.
Check if I qualify5.0 on GoogleMost finish in about 10 monthsRecognised in Malta and the EU
Delivered byOnline Business School, UKYour qualificationDiploma in Business AdministrationMQF Level 6 · UK awarded
Awarded by OTHM · Regulated by Ofqual · Recognised by MQRIC
Our students love studying this diploma online.
Lisa Pisani DeBono
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“I had a very positive experience with Elephant & Cross from start to finish. … Their support and guidance throughout the entire process were excellent, and I always felt well informed at every step. … I never encountered any problems along the way and their professionalism really stood out. … I also look forward to continuing my studies with Elephant & Cross in the future.”
Saliha El Moutarif
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“The online course is flexible, practical, and designed for busy mom’s or someone who work full-time … I have gained valuable skills and confidence while managing family life and working a full time job.”
€220 a month. Then most of it back.
€220 a month, interest free, for twelve months. Finish, and Malta’s Get Qualified Scheme refunds up to 70% of it.
You pay€220a month12 interest-free payments · €2,640 in total
- The diploma, tutoring, materials and certification
- No sign-up fee, no interest, nothing hidden
- Stop future payments whenever you need to
You get backup to70%Up to 70% back from the Malta Enterprise Get Qualified Scheme following graduation
- Malta’s Get Qualified Scheme, Malta Enterprise
- Claimed once you hold your certificate
- We support you with the application
A minute on how the refund works.
What the Get Qualified Scheme is, who qualifies, and what you send when you finish.
Check if I qualify Get Qualified Scheme subject to Malta Enterprise Terms and Conditions
Study anytime. Completely online.
Built so you can keep your job while you do it.
“When I look at the data, most of our students are studying at 6pm and on Sunday mornings. I don’t see that as a problem to fix, it’s the whole point. This course was built for working professionals, parents, busy people.”
Six modules. Six assignments. No exams.
Six modules at degree level: leading people, operations, financial decisions, sustainability, strategic HR, and a research project on a real business issue. Each ends in one written assignment, marked by a tutor with feedback.
Level 6Modules 1 to 66 modules
01Leadership and People Management
Leading and motivating people and teams: leadership styles, team dynamics, performance management.
02Business Research Project
A research project on a real business issue, using academic frameworks: research, analysis, reporting.
03Operations Management
Planning, managing and improving operations: quality, supply chain, efficiency.
04Financial Decision Making
Reading financial data for business decisions: investments, budgets, performance.
05Sustainable Business Practices
Operating responsibly: corporate social responsibility and ethical decisions.
06Strategic Human Resource Management
Aligning HR with long-term objectives: talent, succession, workforce development.
Then, if you want it: the postgraduate diploma.
Delivered by Online Business School
A Level 6 diploma is the entry to the Postgraduate Diploma in Business Strategic Management, Level 7. Six more modules, online, no exams, and from there the MBA top-up at Arden University.
About the postgraduate diploma- Later, if you want itMBAOne capstone module at Arden University, after the postgraduate diploma.
- Next, if you want itPostgraduate Diploma in Business Strategic ManagementLevel 7. Six modules, online, no exams.
- You are hereDiploma in Business AdministrationLevel 6, this course. The entry to the postgraduate diploma above.
“The diploma gives people so much confidence. Over half of our students come back for the degree, and I am so proud of that. Nobody plans it on day one. You finish, you realise it was doable, and you want the next one.”
Yes, it is a real qualification.
Before you pay anything, you get a recognition statement from MQRIC, Malta’s recognition centre. It says what the diploma is worth here.
The diploma is awarded by OTHM, a UK awarding organisation, and regulated by Ofqual, the UK government’s qualifications regulator. Level 6 on Malta’s framework, the EU framework and the UK framework. Level 8 in Ireland. An employer anywhere in the EU reads it the same way.
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Malta Qualifications Recognition Information CentreRecognition statement
Recognised- Qualification
- Diploma in Business Administration
- Awarding body
- OTHM, United Kingdom
- Regulated by
- Ofqual
- Level
- MQF Level 6 · EQF Level 6
- Credits
- 60 credits
Issued to you before you start. Illustration; the wording on the real statement is MQRIC’s.
Still not sure?
The four questions we get asked most, in two minutes each.
Do you qualify?
The formal entry is a Level 5 qualification or equivalent. You must be 16 or over, with good written English and a computer with internet. Pick what describes you.
Who you are dealing with.
Online Business School delivers the course. Elephant & Cross enrols you and supports you from Malta.
Tuition centreOnline Business School
A UK online school delivering OTHM diplomas, Level 3 to Level 7, to students in more than 100 countries. Every module is taught through its online portal: recorded lectures, notes, and a tutor for the assignments. It offers Ofqual regulated qualifications.
Your support in MaltaElephant & Cross
Online UK qualifications for working adults in Malta, based in Sliema since 2021. Founded by Andrew Critien and Luca Cachia. About 95% of our students work full time. We tell you if you qualify before you pay, handle the enrolment and the paperwork, and support you with the Get Qualified application when you finish.
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“I am currently following an MQF Level 5 Business Management course, and every time I needed assistance, the team was always available, supportive, and willing to guide me.”
Still wondering?
Anything else, ask us. We reply within one working day.
What do I need to get in?
You must be 16 or over, with a Level 5 qualification such as a diploma or HND, or equivalent. If you do not have one but have solid management experience, an exemption is usually granted. Good written English and a computer with internet.
Is the diploma recognised in Malta?
Yes. The diploma is awarded by OTHM, a UK awarding body regulated by Ofqual, and are recognised by MQRIC at MQF Level 6. That level sits on the European Qualifications Framework, so it is recognised across the EU.
Are there exams?
No. You are assessed through six written assignments, one per module, marked by a tutor with feedback. You can resubmit until you pass.
How long does it take?
Most students finish in about 10 months around a full-time job. There are no deadlines, and you can pause for up to 90 days.
How does the 70% refund work?
Malta’s Get Qualified Scheme refunds up to 70% of your fees as a tax credit once you finish. All Malta residents are eligible. We support you with the application.
What happens if I stop paying?
You can stop future instalments whenever you need to, and nothing more is charged. Payments already made are not refunded.
What comes after this?
The Postgraduate Diploma in Business Strategic Management, Level 7, online with no exams. From there, the MBA top-up at Arden University.
When can I start?
Intakes run throughout the year. Send your details and we tell you the next start date.
Check if you qualify.
Fifteen minutes. A straight yes or no. Nothing to pay before the call.
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“Online learning gave me the opportunity to study at my own pace and in my own time.”