Central International School

For success in today's business environment, the capabilities needed have changed significantly from what was required five years ago.  The influence of technology, globalisation and environmental issues mean that  the modern professional needs to be adaptable, to cope with new ways of working.

This qualification is for people looking to progress and update their skill set as well as newly employed staff starting their career. For new employees, it introduces an understanding of how businesses are run and how to contribute to their success. For experienced employees, the qualification will refresh, update and introduce modern concepts to improve skills.

The programme focuses on the key capabilities required for you to add value to your organisation.  It encompasses practical skills, knowledge and guidance on how to improve working methods.  It also builds the foundation for you to progress onto an ABE Level 4 Diploma.

The qualification is at the same level of difficulty as a UK A-level.

Assessed by open book exam.

The shorter Foundation Diploma provides a good general grounding in core aspects of business.  It will also give you the tools to develop yourself in a way that will support your long term career progression.  

It is designed for those who wish to further their career or progress quickly onto the next ABE Level and then go onto employment.  If you wish to progress to a university degree, the 8 Unit - 120 credit - Diploma is likely to provide more favourable progression options in the long term.

This qualification is at the same level of difficulty as year one of a Bachelors degree.

This qualification gives you a thorough grounding in the essential elements of Business Management and is a great springboard for progressing to higher levels of academic study. It is at the same level of difficulty as year one of a Bachelors degree.

For a full overview download the qualification specification: 

This qualification provides a thorough grounding in contemporary Business Management with a particular focus on the principles of Human Resources (HR).   It will also provide you with tools to work on your own self development and the know-how to become recognised as a successful and valuable employee.  

It is at the same level of difficulty as the first year of a Bachelors degree.

This qualification provides a thorough grounding in the core principles of marketing and business management.  You will also gain an understanding of the conditions which shape and form business strategy.  Alongside this you will learn the skills you need to develop and market yourself to enhance your lifelong career prospects.

This qualification is at the same level of difficulty as year one of a Bachelors degree.

This qualification will develop a strategic understanding of business management principles and practical application.  It is at the same level of difficulty as year two of a Bachelors degree.  

All units are supported by a study guide which is free to download from the ABE Portal.

For a full overview download the qualification specification:

In addition to compulsory units please choose any two from the 'Other units' list

This qualification develops a strategic understanding of contemporary business management as well as a deeper knowledge of human resources.  It will help you gain the skills you need to build a strong career.

At the same level of difficulty as the second year of a Bachelors degree.

In addition to the four compulsory units, please select two from the 'other units' list.

This qualification aims to help you develop a strong understanding of contemporary business management strategy together with the knowledge required of a marketing professional.

It is at the same level of difficulty as the second year of a Bachelors degree.

In addition to compulsory units please choose any two from the 'Other units' list