Diploma in Accounting and Business

The objective of the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Accounting and Business qualification is to provide learners with an understanding of accounting and business in the broader business context, and to provide them with the practical, industry-focused skills to manage business finances, budgets and cash flow effectively, and to play a key role in business growth. Learners will build the knowledge and skills required for a career in a wide range of businesses, where accounting and business literacy are key skills for managers at all levels.

Accounting and finance are at the very heart of business operations. From banking to manufacturing, from huge service industries to micro businesses, the ability to manage, plan and account for money is still the ultimate measure of business success and the key driver of growth. Many accountants occupy key managerial positions in business, yet few are qualified managers. In the increasingly complex modern business environment, there is a high demand for skilled professionals who can work flexibly in teams across business boundaries.

All our qualifications are regulated by the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and meticulously curated to provide a comprehensive foundation in every course.

The Level 5 Diploma qualifications provide learners with industry-specific and practical skills, enabling them to successfully apply their knowledge in the workplace, enhance their career prospects and allow progression to further study. Business strategy is about putting a business in the best place possible to gain competitive advantage in its target market. However, to achieve competitive advantage requires research, analysis, interpretation and strategic decision making. The aim of this course is to develop the learner’s knowledge and skills so they are in a strong position to contribute to an organisation’s strategy development, understand key financial theories and working capital management and more.

The Target Audience for this course is 18+. The Target Group for this course is individuals already working as or planning to work as aspiring Hospitality Managers; Individuals aiming for leadership roles in hotels, resorts, travel agencies, airlines, or event planning teams.

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Intake29 January 2026, 29 April 2026, 30 July 2026, 25 October 2026
Duration1 year
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
Language of InstructionEnglish
Mode of AttendanceFull time
LocationMalta
Application Fee€ 150
Course Fee€ 7,000
MQF/EQF LevelLevel 5
ECTS Credits60
RQF Credits120
Accreditation CategoryApproved Higher Education Programme
AccreditationOTHM
Approved byMFHEA
  • Principles and Concepts of Business Strategy
  • Financial Management
  • Financial Planning and Control
  • Financial Reporting
  • The Management of Human Resources
  • Business Start-up: Conception to Market

All units within this qualification are internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by OTHM. To achieve a ‘pass’ for a unit, learners must provide evidence to demonstrate that they have fulfilled all the learning outcomes and meet the standards specified by all assessment criteria.

Successful completion of this qualification provides learners with the opportunity for a wide range of academic progressions. Learners can progress and apply key skills and techniques to a variety of relevant subject areas through the Level 5 units. The course will provide learners with knowledge and skills in the areas of business strategy, financial management, planning, reporting and human resource management. Learners will also integrate their knowledge and skills from these disciplines and produce a viable business plan.

  • Senior Secondary Certificate
  • HSC/Intermediate Level
  • Degree/Diploma Each Semester/Year – Mark Sheets Individually
  • Degree/Diploma Consolidated Marks Memo
  • Degree/Diploma Course Complete Certificate/OD/Level 4 Equivalent
  • Europass CV (explaining gaps if any)
  • Passport Scan Copy Bio Pages (all pages for Canada)
  • IELTS/PTE/TOFEL/GRE/GMAT/DUOLINGO/ITEP/CELPIP
  • Letter of Recommendation – 2 No’s
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Covering Letter
  • No Backlog Certificate from College
  • Any other Certificates/Documents

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