Taught course
PG Dip Business Management
Entry requirements
Here at the University of Essex Online, we believe education should be accessible to all. That is why we offer both academic and work-based experience routes onto our PG Dip Business Management. Additionally, you will need to pass your first assignment set within your two-week induction period of the course in order to continue with your studies.
Academic entry route
You must have the following qualifications as a minimum:
- an undergraduate degree from an approved institution, equivalent to a UK Honours degree, or a relevant professional qualification
Work experience entry route
You must meet the following criteria:
- at least three years’ relevant work experience
English language requirement
Our courses are taught in English, so you must have an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 or equivalent. If you don’t hold an IELTS or equivalent qualification, you will be required to pass a free online English test to assess your proficiency. You don’t need to prove your English ability if you are a national of, or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in, any of these countries.
Months of entry
July, October
Course content
Success in business requires a high level of interpersonal and professional skills. Studying online for a postgraduate diploma is an effective way to develop this specific set of skills.
The PG Dip Business Management course explores many fundamental areas of business such as:
- contemporary management and organisational behaviour
- making financial decisions
- using micro and macroeconomics to aid managerial decision-making
- applying leadership theories in practice
- how to develop a marketing strategy
Tailor the course to your specific career aspirations, with topics including human resources, project management and business strategy.
We're proud to be rated Gold in the Times Higher Education (THE) Online Rankings 2024. Our achievement, which is based on four pillars - resources, engagement, outcomes and environment - recognises our commitment to excellent online education.
Gaining a postgraduate qualification with the University of Essex Online also puts you in good stead for your career prospects. Results from our 2024 Career and Employability Survey showed:
- Over 80% of postgraduates saw a salary increase
- 3 in 5 postgraduate alumni said their degree helped them gain a promotion
- 2 in 5 students feel ready to make a career change
- 90% of students felt better prepared for their career after studying with us
Fees and funding
UK students
£8,572
International students
£8,952
Full tuition fee:
£8,572 UK / £8,952 International (2025-26)
£8,804 UK / £9,256 International (2026-27)
- Alumni discount of 10% of the tuition fee available if you are a previous graduate with the University of Essex or University of Essex Online.
- Full payment discount of 5% if you pay upfront.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- PGDip
- part time16 months
- Online learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Enquiries team
- enquiries@online.essex.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44 (0) 1206 489 358