Level 5 Diploma in Computing with Business Management
The NCC Education Level 5 Diploma in Computing with Business Management (L5DC BM) is the second year of the NCC Education degree pathway, combining advanced IT disciplines with business management principles — preparing graduates for roles at the intersection of technology and business leadership.
Level 5
RQF Level
1 Year
Full-Time
NCC Education
Awarding Body
UCLan / Greenwich
Top-Up Options
Programme Overview
The L5DC BM is the second year of the NCC Education degree journey, building on Level 4 knowledge and introducing advanced topics in information systems analysis, database design, web development, business operations, and information systems in organisations. Total qualification time is 1,200 hours (324–360 guided learning hours). Available year-round in English.
Entry Requirements
- NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Computing (L4DC) or Level 4 Diploma in Computing with Business Management (L4DC BM), OR
- Equivalent Ofqual-accredited Level 4 qualification in a relevant discipline (subject to approval)
- English language: IELTS 5.5 or above, or pass the free NCC Education Higher English Placement Test
Programme Modules
1
Information Systems Analysis
Tools and methods for analysing organisational information systems
2
Dynamic Websites
Server-side scripting, content management, and e-commerce development
3
Database Design and Development
Advanced relational database design, SQL, and optimisation
4
Information Systems and Organisations
IS strategy, digital transformation, and enterprise systems
5
Principles of Business Operations
Supply chain, logistics, and operational management
Progression options include the BA (Hons) Business Computing and Information Systems Top-up at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) and the BSc (Hons) Business Information Technology Top-up at the University of Greenwich.
Career Outcomes
Systems Analyst
Database Administrator
IT Project Manager
Business IT Consultant
Web Solutions Developer
IT Business Analyst
Progression Routes
BA (Hons) Business Computing and Information Systems Top-up → University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
BSc (Hons) Business Information Technology Top-up → University of Greenwich
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