Leadership and Teamwork
Online Course
from £2,900 per level or from £120/mo — interest-free
Enrol from £20 deposit
Delivered by Online Business School
Why Study This Course Online?
Our leadership and teamwork online course UK is curated to transform functional employees into inspirational managers. Through a highly strategic curriculum, you will learn conflict resolution, motivational theory, and operations dynamics. This robust university pathway leadership option lets you upskill independently.
At a Glance
Start date
Anytime
Location
100% Online
Study pace
Flexible — up to 5 years to complete
Qualifications
Level 4 & 5 Extended Diploma (240 Credits)
Assessment
Online written assignments
Includes
1-2-1 tutor support, FREE laptop*, ILM membership
Ofqual Regulated
How It Works
318
Graduates last year
2,098
Currently enrolled
The Leadership and Teamwork Level 4 & 5 Extended Diploma is a 240-credit Ofqual-regulated qualification designed to empower ambitious individuals. It merges deep insights into organizational culture, motivating people, and high-performance teams with advanced concepts encompassing strategy, human resources, and business startups.
This combined course is equivalent to the first and second years of a UK Bachelor's degree. Upon successful completion, learners can progress directly to a Level 6 (final year) university top-up degree at a range of prestigious UK universities.
👨🏫 Meet your Program Leader
Mike Donald brings over 30 years of teaching experience and has spent 16 years pioneering online learning architectures, providing exceptional academic mentorship throughout your leadership journey.
Course Modules & Architecture
Level 4 Modules
10 core learning modules
- 1
Managing People in Organisations
Interactive online module material.
- 2
Culture and the Organisation
Interactive online module material.
- 3
Developing Personal Skills
Interactive online module material.
- 4
Effective Communication
Interactive online module material.
- 5
Managing Ethically
Interactive online module material.
- 6
Performance Management
Interactive online module material.
- 7
Strategic Human Resource Management
Interactive online module material.
- 8
High Performance Teams
Interactive online module material.
- 9
Leadership Skills
Interactive online module material.
- 10
Motivating and Influencing People
Interactive online module material.
Level 4 Assignments (10 items)
The Level 4 stage is assessed via the following 10 targeted written assignments, directly reflecting the modules:
- Managing People in Organisations
- Culture and the Organisation
- Developing Personal Skills
- Effective Communication
- Managing Ethically
- Performance Management
- Strategic Human Resource Management
- High Performance Teams
- Leadership Skills
- Motivating and Influencing People
Level 5 Modules
6 modules (120 credits)
- 1
Principles and Concepts of Strategy
Interactive online module material.
- 2
The Management of Human Resources
Interactive online module material.
- 3
Marketing for Managers
Interactive online module material.
- 4
Business Law for Managers
Interactive online module material.
- 5
Management Accounting and Decision Making
Interactive online module material.
- 6
Business Start-up: Conception to Market
Interactive online module material.
The 6 modules align directly with the 6 written assignments required to complete Level 5 (OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Business Management).
Assignments
Assessment is carried out through entirely online written assignments. There are 16 written assignments in total across the entire program (10 at Level 4 and 6 at Level 5).
You can submit your assignments securely through the online learning portal at your own pace. Dedicated 1-2-1 tutors provide thorough marking and detailed feedback. Unlimited free assignment resubmissions are included to guarantee your success.
Entry Requirements
For Entry to Level 4:
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- Hold a full secondary education qualification (minimum of 2 A-Levels or equivalent).
- Mature applicants with relevant work experience may also be considered in place of formal qualifications.
For Entry to Level 5:
- You must have successfully completed the corresponding Level 4 diploma.
Who Is This Course For?
Built for team leaders, line managers, and supervisors seeking a formal qualification to validate their experience, as well as ambitious professionals aiming to climb the corporate ladder.
Cost & Payments
Level 4 or Level 5 Only
Standalone Diploma (120 Credits)
£2,900
or £120/mo over 24 months
Interest-free
Level 4 & 5 Combined
Extended Diploma (240 Credits)
£3,500
or £145/mo over 24 months
Interest-free
Payment methods accepted (Enrol with £20 deposit)
Career Progression & University Top-up
University Top-Up Options
Upon completing the Level 4 & 5 Extended Diploma, you are eligible to 'top-up' your qualification to a full Bachelor's Degree. Ready Study Global provides pathways to progress onto a Level 6 university program at partner institutions, including:
- 🏛 Coventry University (£10,000)
- 🏛 Northampton University (£9,250)
- 🏛 University of Derby (£5,200)
- 🏛 Westcliff University (£11,655 / £15,600)
- 🏛 University of Hertfordshire (£6,400)
- 🏛 UCLAN (£9,240)
- 🏛 Edinburgh Napier University (£4,600)
- 🏛 University of Sunderland (£9,250)
- 🏛 University of Bolton
- 🏛 University of Cumbria (£9,250 / £13,250)
*Top-up fees and offerings are indicative and subject to change based on university intakes.
Career Paths
Careers available include: Team Leader, Project Manager, Operations Manager, Business Consultant, and Executive Coach.
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