SBC Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Financial Management

Introduction

The Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Financial Management is designed to develop learners’ understanding of financial principles, strategies, and analytical tools used in complex business environments. It provides advanced knowledge of financial planning, risk management, investment analysis, and strategic decision-making to prepare learners for senior management roles in finance and related fields.
Learners will gain the ability to interpret and apply financial information critically, evaluate investment opportunities, and manage financial performance effectively within an organization. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications, ensuring graduates are well-equipped for professional and academic progression.

The Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Financial Management is at the same level as the final year of a Bachelors degree.

Assessment is through practical assignments, with no exams - to more accurately reflect the real working environment.

The Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Financial Management is equivalent to RQF Level 6, comparable to the final year of a UK bachelor's degree.

This qualification is aligned with our Self Regulated Framework (SRF) and consists of 120 credits, awarded by Severn Business College. Sample Certificate.

Careers

The Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Financial Management provides its learner the realistic and appropriate career related opportunities worldwide for 21st century employment markets and/or to a Masters degree programme.

Students who successfully completed The Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Financial Management qualification can progress onto a Level 7 qualification leading to Master's Top-Up.

This qualification may be used to progress to a college or university and claim credit transfer through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

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Entry Requirements

The minimum age to register for this programme is 18. Prospective students should note that the following entrance qualifications are required for those wishing to undertake this programme:

Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) or

Mature applicant with qualification and work experience and

IELTS 5.5 or CEFR level B2 (if applicable)

Programme Summary

The Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Financial Management (120 credits) consists of:

Unit	Unit Level	Unit Credit
Corporate Financial Strategy	6	20
Financial Reporting and Analysis	6	20
Strategic Investment Management	6	20
Risk Management and Corporate Governance	6	20
International Finance	6	20
Financial Risk and Performance Management	6	20