OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Business
OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Business
About Course
Overview This 240-credit qualification is equivalent to Years 1 and 2 of a UK Bachelor’s degree combined, making it ideal for learners progressing directly to the final year of a UK degree. It provides a broader and more in-depth study of accounting and business principles.
Module Structure Covers all units from both the Level 4 and Level 5 Diploma in Accounting and Business for a combined total of 240 credits.
Assessment All units are internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by OTHM. Assessment is via assignment submission only. No exams.
Requirements/Instructions
- Learners must attend all scheduled sessions or engage fully with online learning materials
- All assignments must be submitted by the deadlines provided
- Learners must have access to a computer or device with internet connection
- Academic integrity must be maintained at all times — plagiarism will not be tolerated
- Learners must engage with the recommended reading and resources provided
Progression and Career Outcomes Direct entry to the final year top-up of a UK Bachelor’s degree at universities including Northumbria, Bangor, De Montfort and University of the Highlands and Islands. Career paths include financial manager, chartered accountant, business consultant and finance director.