ABE's business qualifications

ABE offers Ofqual regulated qualifications in Business Management, Human Resources, and Marketing up to Level 6 (Bachelors degree level).

We are proud to say that they develop the most dynamic and up-to-date skill set on the market. Our Level 5 and 6 qualifications can be used to top up to a degree delivered online through our exclusive partnership with the University of Hertfordshire or one of the numerous other partner universities we work with, or which independently recognise the credit value of our qualifications (widely accepted in many countries).

In 2025, our portfolio will expand further with a Level 5 Diploma in Business Management and Leadership qualification.

Why ABE offers centres great value

ABE is a not-for-profit organisation. We strive to keep our costs affordable whilst ensuring we provide qualifications and services of the highest quality.

ABE’s pay-as-you-go model means learners can spread ABE payments and centres can provide a payment and delivery schedule that suits their learners and business model.

Common units across ABE qualifications allow for cost-effective delivery whilst enabling centres to offer learners the choice of a specialism.

Why centres choose ABE qualifications:

To attract more students with robust and highly marketable qualifications in popular business disciplines developed by the sector specialists.

To offer internationally recognised qualifications – our alumni are working all over the world and the Ofqual logo on our qualification certificates ensures credibility in international markets

To provide the most up-to-date skills on the market - tutors can be confident they are giving learners the tools they need to succeed. And, with the membership of The Institure

To offer clear progression - ABE qualifications provide a fast-affordable route to a Bachelors or Masters degree at multiple universities around the world. Plus, we have an exclusive agreement with the University of Hertfordshire (UH) which offers the chance to progress directly onto the final year of its online BBA for a fraction of the cost. What's more, ABE centres earn commission for every learner they enrol

Additional benefits

Extensive teaching and learning resources - including lesson plans, activities, presentations, sample assessments and study manuals - provide a total delivery package saving centers time and money, and enhancing their learners’ experience

Marketing support to help centres increase enrolments - ABE supports its centres by driving consumer demand and profiling accredited centres on its own website. Plus we provide bespoke marketing support in recognition of centre loyalty

New for 2025: ABE Level 5 Diploma in Business Management and Leadership

This newly released qualification represents an important addition to our prospectus. It has been developed using ABE’s expertise in business education, alongside The Institute of Leadership’s (IoL) leading work in the development of leadership excellence creating a powerful proposition.

Learners will gain the skills needed to develop their leadership capability and to inspire others to achieve their full potential

The qualification is a unique combination of the latest in leadership thinking, underpinned by a strategic knowledge of business. This widens career choice, giving qualification holders an enviable dual skill set

Certificates are dual branded featuring the logos of both ABE and The Institute of Leadership as well as UK qualifications regulator, Ofqual.