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Course summary
Whether you're starting out or building on experience, this dynamic diploma offers a solid foundation in business and law. You’ll explore how organisations function, study marketing and strategy, and develop your understanding of civil justice, contract, and employment law. Along the way, you’ll strengthen your critical thinking and problem-solving skills while learning how business and legal systems interact. Through case studies and real-world examples, you’ll gain the tools to navigate complex challenges with confidence. Whether you’re aiming for a new career, further study, or professional development, this diploma prepares you to succeed in today’s fast-evolving business and legal landscapes. Key features of the course
- Explore how legal principles and business strategies apply to real-world challenges
- Develop critical thinking and problem-solving through applied legal and business learning
- Understand how businesses operate within legal and regulatory frameworks
- Gain skills for further study or career progression in business, law, or regulation
Modules
This diploma has two stages, each comprising 120 credits. You’ll start Stage 1 with an introduction to business and management and a grounding in civil justice and tort law. Next, in Stage 2, you’ll study the essential functions of an organisation and the laws that control businesses.
How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
There are no qualification requirements for this course.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £15568 | Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | £14664 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £5088 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £4960 | Whole course |
| Wales | £5248 | Whole course |
| EU | £16368 | Whole course |
| International | £16368 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £16368 | Whole course |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Fee information is valid for modules starting before 31 July 2026. Fees typically increase annually.
Provider information
Open University
Student Recruitment Team
PO Box 197
Milton Keynes
MK7 6BJ