Pakistani Talent.
British Qualification.
Global Recoginition.
Bridge the gap from Matric, FA/FSc, or BA/BSc to a full UK Bachelor's or Master's degree. Study Ofqual-regulated Qualifi diplomas (Levels 2 to 8 across 7 major faculties) at GaBT Pakistan with 100% assignment-based assessments.
Transfer 120–240 UK RQF credits directly to partner British & European universities, on-campus or 100% online.
Check Your Eligibility in 60 Seconds
Find out which Qualifi Level you qualify for based on your Pakistani education and receive a customised UK top-up plan on WhatsApp.
How Learners Fast-Track to a UK University Degree
See exactly where your current Pakistani qualification fits into the official Qualifi UK RQF Framework.
Qualifi Level 3 Foundation
Equivalent to UK A-Levels / FA / FSc / ICSStart immediately after 10th Grade (Matric/SSC) or O-Levels. Skip 2-year board exam delays and qualify for UK Undergraduate Year 1 in 6–9 months.
Qualifi Level 4 & 5 Extended
Equivalent to Years 1 & 2 of UK Bachelor'sEarn 240 UK university credits in Pakistan (Level 4 = Year 1, Level 5 = Year 2) at 70% lower tuition cost through 100% assignment-based study.
Level 6 / Final Year Top-Up
Awarded BA / BSc / LLB (Hons) by UK UniversityTransfer your 240 Qualifi credits directly into the Final Year (Year 3 / Level 6) at a UK university—either on-campus in the UK or 100% online.
Qualifi Level 7 & 8 Postgraduate
Master's / MBA & Doctorate DBA PathwayComplete 120 Master's credits at Level 7 (then 60-credit Dissertation for full MBA/MSc/LLM) or advance to Level 8 Strategic Doctorate.
Pakistani Education System ↔ Qualifi UK Qualification Levels (L2–L8)
Aligned with the UK Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) on qualifi.net/qualifications/
| Pakistani Qualification | UK Academic Equivalence | Qualifi Entry Level | Next UK University Progression Route | CEFR | IELTS Band | PTE | Proficiency Descriptor & Key Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middle / Pre-Matric / Beginners Grade 8–9 or Skill Starters |
UK GCSE (Grades A*–C / 9–4) / Pakistani Matric (SSC) Equivalence | Qualifi Level 2 Certificates & Diplomas (Care, Adult Social Care, Cyber Security) |
Progress directly into Qualifi Level 3 Foundation Diploma | A2 | 4.0 | 30 | Basic User. Understands and uses familiar everyday expressions and simple sentences. Suits entry-level care, support and IT starter roles, and preparation for Level 3. |
| Matric / SSC / O-Levels 10 Years of Education in Pakistan |
UK A-Levels / University Foundation Year / Pakistani HSSC (FA, FSc, ICS, I.Com) | Qualifi Level 3 Level 3 Diplomas & Extended Diplomas across all 7 faculties |
Direct entry into Qualifi Level 4 & 5 Extended Diploma or Year 1 UK University | B1 | 4.5 – 5.0 | 30 – 36 | Independent User (Threshold). Handles familiar work and study topics and writes simple connected text. Suits foundation study, junior administrative roles and progression to undergraduate level. |
| Intermediate (FA / FSc / ICS / I.Com) 12 Years Education / A-Levels / DAE |
Years 1 & 2 of a 3-Year UK Honours Degree / LLB | Qualifi Level 4 & Level 5 240-Credit Extended Undergraduate Diplomas |
Transfer directly into Final Year (Year 3) BA/BSc/LLB Top-Up in the UK, EU, or Online | B2 | 5.5 – 6.0 | 42 – 50 | Independent User (Vantage). Follows complex text and discusses abstract topics with fluency. Suits undergraduate study, business and technical professional roles. |
| 2-Year Bachelor's (BA / BSc / ADP) 14 Years Education in Pakistan |
Second / Final Year UK Undergraduate Honours Standard | Qualifi Level 5 or Level 6 120-Credit Level 5/6 Graduate Diplomas |
Bridge 14-year Pakistani degree to a full 16-year UK Bachelor's (Hons) or Level 7 Entry | B2 | 6.0 | 50 | Upper Vantage. Produces clear, detailed text and argues a viewpoint with supporting evidence. Suits final-year degree study, supervisory roles and entry to Master's preparation. |
| 4-Year BS (Hons) / Master's / LLB 16 Years Education (or 5+ Yrs Management Exp.) |
UK Master's Degree Coursework Stage (2/3 of a full UK MBA / LLM / MSc) | Qualifi Level 7 120-Credit Postgraduate Diplomas (MBA, Data Science, Law, HR, Finance) |
Complete only the final 60-Credit Dissertation (4–6 Months) for a full UK Master's | B2 – C1 | 6.5 | 58 | Advanced Vantage. Uses language flexibly for academic and professional purposes. Suits postgraduate research and writing, management, consultancy and specialist roles. |
| MS / MPhil / MBA / C-Suite Executive 18 Years Education or Senior Director |
UK Doctorate / DBA Coursework Standard (Highest RQF Level) | Qualifi Level 8 Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management & Leadership (601/5362/3) |
Progression to UK Professional Doctorate (DBA / PhD) research stage | C1 | 7.0+ | 65+ | Proficient User (Advanced). Expresses ideas fluently and precisely in demanding contexts. Suits doctoral research, executive leadership, policy and strategic roles. |
University Progression
GABT students are welcomed by a wide range of universities in the UK and across the world, where they can progress into degree programmes through advanced entry or direct admission routes.
University of Central Lancashire
Modern multi-campus university with 350+ undergraduate and 200+ postgraduate courses.
University of Leicester
Public research university, known for genetic fingerprinting.
Anglia Ruskin University
Employability-focused university with strong student support and innovation.
University of Wolverhampton
Diverse programmes with a social mobility mission.
University of Derby
Career-focused with strong industry partnerships.
Arden University
Flexible online and blended learning for working students.
University of Law
Specialist legal education close to legal practitioners.
Plymouth Marjon University
Student-centred, small classes, work placements, strong employer links.
BPP University
Professional education with strong industry ties.
Buckinghamshire New University
Practical, career-oriented undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
University of the West of Scotland
Research and innovation with community engagement.
De Montfort University
Innovative teaching with strong industry connections, in Leicester.
Glasgow Caledonian University
Social innovation and global impact.
University of East London
Diverse institution focused on social justice and community.
Leeds Beckett University
Vibrant student community with an employability emphasis.
Liverpool John Moores University
Research and innovation across a broad range of programmes.
London South Bank University
Practical, career-focused education with industry links.
Northumbria University
High-quality research and global outlook, in Newcastle.
Staffordshire University
Digital technology and innovation focus.
Bath Spa University
Creativity and the arts at the centre of teaching.
University of Bedfordshire
Employability and practical skills with a diverse student body.
University of Bolton
Supportive environment with strong local industry ties.
University of Gloucestershire
Vibrant campus life with sustainability and employability focus.
University of Cumbria
Education, health and arts with community engagement.
University of Huddersfield
Strong placement programme and innovative research.
University of New England
Flexible, high-quality distance education.
University of Chichester
Close-knit, student-focused community on a scenic campus.
University of Lincoln
Innovative teaching and industry connections in a historic city.
University of Suffolk
Employability and industry relevance on England’s east coast.
Bangor University
Research excellence with a coastal campus.
Wrexham University
Student-centred, employability-driven, in North Wales.
Birmingham City University
Practical skills and close ties to industry.
The Open University
Pioneer of flexible distance education worldwide.
Why Study Your UK Pathway with GaBT Pakistan?
We combine British academic governance with local mentorship, affordable PKR fee instalments, and end-to-end UK university placement support.
Save Up to 70% on UK Tuition
Pay local Pakistani tuition fees for your first two years instead of £15,000+ per year in the UK, whilst earning the exact same regulated credits.
100% Assignment-Based
Say goodbye to high-stress final examination halls. All Qualifi diplomas are assessed through practical coursework, research projects, and case studies.
UK Campus or Online Top-Up
Choose to fly to the UK for your final year with full student visa guidance from our team, or finish your UK university Top-Up degree 100% online from Pakistan.
Pakistani Talent. British Standards. Global Impact.
At Global Academy of Business and Technology (GaBT) Pakistan, we are bridging the gap between local talent and global opportunities—delivering Ofqual-regulated Qualifi UK programmes right here in Pakistan across our agile cognitive micro-campuses.
01. Welcome to Global Academy of Business and Technology Pakistan
At Global Academy of Business and Technology (GaBT) Pakistan, we are bridging the gap between local talent and global opportunities. As a premier educational institution, we are proud to deliver courses certified by Qualifi UK, a highly respected and regulated awarding body in the United Kingdom. We are dedicated to empowering students and professionals with world-class education right here in Pakistan.
02. 🎓 Your Passport to Global Universities
Our Qualifi UK-accredited programmes do not just end with a certificate; they act as a launchpad for international higher education:
🌍 Global Progression Pathways
The Qualifi curriculum is recognised internationally, offering students advanced standing and credit transfers to prestigious universities across the UK, USA, Australia, Canada, the EU, and beyond.
🎓 Seamless Degree Top-Ups
Our courses provide a cost-effective and streamlined pathway to completing international Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees, allowing you to build a global academic portfolio from home.
03. 🚀 Fuelling Pakistan’s Digital & Industrial Revolution
Pakistan is currently experiencing a massive industrial and technological transformation—its own Industry 4.0 revolution. Traditional industries are rapidly adopting automation and digital infrastructure, whilst the tech ecosystem is expanding at an unprecedented rate. We designed our business and technology programmes to support this national momentum directly:
- A Booming Digital Economy: Pakistan's IT exports recently crossed the $4.5 billion mark, reflecting a massive surge in global demand for local talent.
- Thriving Ecosystem: With over 150,000 registered IT companies, Special Technology Zones (STZs), and a ranking as a top global freelancing market, the country is an emerging tech powerhouse.
- The Skills Gap: As industries modernise, there is a critical need for leaders who can merge strategic business management with technological fluency.
Global Academy of Business and Technology Pakistan sits at this intersection. By delivering world-class UK education, we are equipping the next generation of Pakistani innovators, managers, and tech professionals to lead this industrial revolution and compete on the global stage.
04. 🌟 Why Choose Global Academy?
- Regulated UK Qualifications: Rigorous, industry-relevant curriculum approved by Qualifi UK and regulated by Ofqual.
- Future-Proof Skills: A unique blend of modern business acumen and cutting-edge technology education.
- Worldwide Recognition: Open doors to international employment, entrepreneurship, and global university admissions.
Join us at Global Academy of Business and Technology Pakistan, and take your place at the forefront of the global economy.
05. 🎯 Our Aims
Broad, long-term visions for GaBT's impact on the educational landscape:
- Democratise Global Education: To make internationally recognised British qualifications accessible and affordable to ambitious students and professionals across Pakistan.
- Bridge the Skills Gap: To serve as the critical link between Pakistan’s booming tech and industrial sectors and the demand for globally competent, strategically minded leaders.
- Redefine Transnational Pathways: To become Pakistan’s premier hub for seamless academic progression, transforming local potential into global excellence without the traditional barriers of international study.
06. 📋 Strategic Objectives
Specific, actionable milestones to achieve our aims:
1. Academic Excellence
Deliver rigorous Qualifi UK curriculum (from Level 2 to Level 8) in Business and Technology, maintaining 100% compliance with UK academic standards.
2. Seamless Global Progression
Secure and streamline advanced standing and credit-transfer pathways to at least 20 prestigious universities across the UK, USA, and Australia for degree top-ups.
3. Cost-Effective Alternatives
Reduce the financial burden of international education by allowing students to complete up to two-thirds of their UK Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees locally in Pakistan.
4. Industry Integration
Forge active partnerships with local IT firms, Special Technology Zones, and businesses to ensure curriculum delivery is tied to real-world, localised problem-solving.
07. 🌊 Blue Ocean Strategies
How GaBT steps out of the "Red Ocean" of traditional local universities (competing on campus size, local curriculum, and tuition wars) and creates uncontested market space:
1. The "Study Local, Graduate Global" Financial Hack (Cost Innovation)
The Strategy: Instead of competing with local universities for full 4-year degree enrolments, GaBT positions itself as a "pathway provider."
The Value: We target the middle-income market dreaming of studying abroad. Students pay local fees for the majority of education, travelling only for the final Top-Up year.
2. The Freelance-to-Corporate Incubator (Value Innovation)
The Strategy: Market as a career launchpad for the digital economy rather than a traditional college.
The Value: Align technology and management courses with Pakistan's $4.5B IT export gig economy, solving real startup scaling challenges.
3. Agile "Micro-Campuses" over Mega-Campuses (Structural Innovation)
The Strategy: Bypass the high overhead costs of building massive traditional campuses.
The Value: Establish high-tech, professional learning hubs in tier-1 and tier-2 cities focused on networking, mentorship, and high-speed digital access.
4. The "Reverse Brain Drain" Corporate Partnership (Market Innovation)
The Strategy: Partner with multinational companies in Pakistan struggling to find talent with international-standard skills.
The Value: Offer customised, sponsored Qualifi management tracks for their employees—creating a dedicated B2B corporate stream.
08. 🇵🇰 "Made in Pakistan" Slogans
Catchy, pride-driven taglines that connect local Pakistani identity with global British academic ambition:
09. 🏛 Our Cognitive Hubs: Operating in Pakistan’s Globally Recognised Cities
Pakistan has been a centre of global learning, trade, and culture for millennia. By establishing our agile micro-campuses across Pakistan's most vibrant regions, GaBT connects world heritage with the future of global business and technology:
1. Lahore: The Cultural & Tech Capital
UNESCO City of Literature (2019) & Shalamar Gardens heritage. Blends rich history with Pakistan’s fastest-growing tech and startup hub.
2. Islamabad & Rawalpindi: Ancient Education
Neighbouring Taxila (UNESCO World Heritage Site since 6th century BCE). Honours ancient transnational education in Pakistan's capital.
3. Karachi: The Economic Engine
South Asian mega-city near Makli (UNESCO site). Laser-focused on corporate upskilling, fintech, and advanced business strategy.
4. Faisalabad: The Industrial Manchester
Heart of Pakistan’s textile exports. Focuses on Industry 4.0 upskilling, supply chain logistics, and digital automation.
5. Gujranwala: Engine of the Golden Triangle
Massive manufacturing hub for ceramics, metals, and sanitary ware. Delivers UK-standard corporate governance to family enterprises.
6. Hyderabad: Historic Capital of Sindh
Famous for the Talpur Mirs monuments. Decentralises tech and business education from Karachi to empower Sindh's youth demographic.
7. Peshawar: Historic Crossroads of Commerce
One of South Asia's oldest living cities (Gor Khatri / Sethi House). Prepares talent for modern digital trade and cross-border commerce.
8. Multan: City of Saints & Craftsmanship
Home to the Tomb of Shah Rukn-e-Alam. Fosters leaders who scale South Punjab's agro-industrial potential globally.
9. Bahawalpur: Princely State of the South
Home to Derawar Fort in Cholistan. Bridges agricultural and handicraft heritage with modern e-commerce and export strategies.
10. Quetta: Gateway to Central Asia
"Fruit Orchard of Pakistan" connecting Central Asia and the Middle East. Equips youth with accredited supply chain and management skills.
11. Northern Pakistan: The Peak of Sustainable Trade
Home to the Karakoram Highway—the highest paved international road in the world. As a central node for CPEC and eco-tourism, GaBT trains local youth in sustainable hospitality and international trade.
10. ✉️ Message from the Executive Team & ⚙️ Operational Blueprint
"Welcome to Global Academy of Business and Technology (GaBT) Pakistan. We established this institution to address a defining challenge of our time: bridging the gap between Pakistan’s immense local talent and the rigorous demands of the global digital economy. At GaBT, we believe geographical borders or prohibitive costs should not limit access to world-class education. By partnering with Qualifi UK, we have brought regulated, internationally recognised British qualifications directly to Pakistan—cultivating local brilliance for the global stage." — The Executive Team, GaBT Pakistan
⚙️ The GaBT 3-Pillared Operational Blueprint
- Pillar 1 – Academic Governance & Quality Assurance (Ofqual Tied): Standardised curriculum dictated by Qualifi UK, Dual Assessment Strategy (local Internal Verification followed by mandatory Qualifi UK External Moderation), and Continuous Faculty Upskilling.
- Pillar 2 – The Transnational Progression Pathway: Learners complete Level 4 & 5 Diplomas or Level 7 in Pakistan, then utilise university articulation agreements to complete their final "Top-Up" year in the UK, USA, Australia, or online.
- Pillar 3 – Industry Integration & Career Incubation: Features the Executive Mentor Network, Applied Capstone Projects solving real-world local business challenges, and a dedicated Corporate Upskilling B2B Track.
Pakistan Industrial Vision & 12 Famous Industrial Cities
Discover what makes each of Pakistan's industrial cities famous, and how GaBT's Qualifi UK qualifications (Levels 2–8) prepare local talent to lead the country's industrial revolution.
Transforming Local Talent into Global Industry Leaders
Pakistan's industrial powerhouses—from Karachi's financial & port zones to Punjab's Golden Triangle (Sialkot, Gujranwala, Gujrat) and Faisalabad's textile mills—face an acute shortage of internationally certified management consultants, supply-chain strategists, enterprise risk managers, and AI software developers.
By delivering Ofqual-regulated UK RQF Levels 2 through 8, GaBT Pakistan bridges this gap directly. Our graduates emerge as industry-ready specialists equipped with British corporate governance, international export law, and advanced AI & Cyber Security capabilities.
Pakistani Industrial Cities & How They Are Famous Across the Nation
Discover the 12 powerhouse cities of Pakistan, their famous industrial specialities, GDP & export contributions, and the aligned Qualifi UK qualifications driving their next-generation workforce.
Pakistan’s 20-Year Economic & Sector Growth Projection
Visualising industrial value addition across Pakistan's 12 industrial cities and regional Blue Ocean Strategy targets leading to 2046.
GaBT Statutory Policies & Quality Assurance Framework
As an approved Qualifi UK centre, GaBT runs a rigorous Internal and External Quality Assurance (IQA/EQA) framework for every Ofqual-regulated qualification we deliver.
01. End-to-End Quality Assurance System Flowchart (Ofqual UK & Qualifi UK)
Under the UK Department for Education (DfE) and Ofqual General Conditions of Recognition, every qualification delivered by GaBT (Global Academy of Business and Technology) follows a strict 7-stage "Three-Lines-of-Defence" Quality Assurance architecture: (1) Assessor Evaluation → (2) Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) Verification → (3) Qualifi UK External Quality Assurance (EQA) Moderation & Ofqual Audit.
Centre Approval, Staffing Verification & Assignment Brief Pre-Verification
GaBT submits Tutor, Assessor, and IQA CVs/qualifications to Qualifi UK for approval. Prior to release to learners, all assignment briefs and assessment tasks undergo formal IQA Pre-Delivery Verification to confirm alignment with RQF Learning Outcomes (LOs) and Assessment Criteria (ACs).
Learner Initial Assessment, RPL Screening & Qualifi UK Registration
Applicants undergo initial academic diagnostic screening (mapping Pakistani SSC/HSSC/BA/BS qualifications and English proficiency to RQF Levels 2–8), ID verification, and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) checks. Eligible learners are registered on the Qualifi UK Portal within 20 working days of enrolment.
Guided Learning Delivery, Formative Feedback & Plagiarism/AI Authenticity Screening
Learners complete Guided Learning Hours (GLH) and Total Qualification Time (TQT) research. Before final submission, coursework is screened through Turnitin/anti-plagiarism and AI-detection software, accompanied by a signed Learner Declaration of Authenticity (Ofqual Condition A8 compliance).
First-Line Marking & Criterion-Referenced Assessment Decision
Qualified Subject Assessors evaluate learner portfolios strictly against the unit's RQF Assessment Criteria (Pass / Merit / Distinction or Refer) using the principles of VACSR (Valid, Authentic, Current, Sufficient, and Reliable) evidence. Constructive developmental feedback is recorded on official assessment sheets.
Second-Line Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) Sampling & Standardisation
GaBT's qualified Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) executes risk-based sampling across cohorts (following the CAMERA methodology: Candidates, Assessors, Methods, Evidence, Records, Assessment locations). Marks remain provisional until the IQA signs off the Internal Verification (IV) Sampling Report and conducts Assessor standardisation.
Third-Line External Quality Assurance (EQA) Moderation by Qualifi UK
GaBT uploads sampled learner portfolios, Assessor feedback sheets, and IQA verification records to Qualifi UK. An independent External Quality Assurer (EQA / External Verifier) appointed by Qualifi UK audits the centre's compliance and moderates assessment decisions against national RQF standards.
Results Release, Ofqual-Regulated Certification & Continuous Improvement
Upon EQA sign-off and Qualifi Awards Board ratification, official Ofqual-Regulated Certificates & Unit Transcripts (bearing the Ofqual logo and QAN code) are issued to learners for UK/EU university Top-Up progression, followed by GaBT's Annual Self-Assessment Review (SAR).
02. Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) & Moderation Policy
GaBT maintains a robust Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) system to ensure that all assessment decisions across RQF Levels 2 to 8 are consistent, fair, valid, and reliable before any claims for certification are submitted to Qualifi UK.
- Independence of IQA: In accordance with Ofqual conflict-of-interest regulations, an Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) may never internally verify learners they have personally taught or assessed.
- Risk-Based CAMERA Sampling Strategy: Newly appointed or inexperienced Assessors are sampled at 100% for their first cohort; experienced Assessors are sampled at a minimum of 25%–50% per unit, covering every grade boundary (Pass, Merit, Distinction, and Refer).
- Quarterly Standardisation Meetings: Mandatory standardisation workshops are held every quarter across all 7 faculties to calibrate interpretation of Qualifi UK assessment criteria.
03. External Quality Assurance (EQA) & Qualifi Compliance Policy
As an approved centre of Qualifi Ltd (an Ofqual-recognised Awarding Organisation, RN5160), GaBT cooperates fully with all scheduled and unannounced External Quality Assurance (EQA) monitoring visits, remote portfolio audits, and regulatory inspections.
- Direct EQA Access: GaBT grants Qualifi EQAs and Ofqual regulators unrestricted access to learner e-portfolios, IQA sampling matrices, assessment tracking logs, staff CVs, and learner interview panels.
- Action Plan Resolution: Any EQA recommendations or Essential Actions identified during an External Verification visit are logged in the Centre Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) and resolved within the stipulated timeframe.
- Direct Claims Status (DCS) Safeguards: Even where Direct Claims Status is granted for specific programmes, GaBT retains all learner evidence for external audit for a minimum of 3 years post-certification.
04. Academic Integrity, Plagiarism & Malpractice / Maladministration Policy
Aligned strictly with Ofqual General Condition A8 (Malpractice and Maladministration), GaBT takes all reasonable steps to prevent, investigate, and report any suspected learner or staff malpractice or centre maladministration that could compromise the integrity of British qualifications.
- Learner Malpractice Prevention: Includes plagiarism, collusion, contract cheating/essay mills, fabrication of data, impersonation, and unauthorised use of generative AI. All submissions require a similarity index below 15% and viva voce verification where authenticity is questioned.
- Staff Malpractice & Maladministration: Prohibits improper assistance to learners, falsification of assessment or IQA records, breach of assessment security, or failure to follow Qualifi registration procedures.
- Mandatory Reporting to Qualifi UK: Under Condition A8, the Head of Centre promptly notifies Qualifi UK's Compliance Committee of any suspected malpractice and appoints an independent investigator of appropriate competence with no personal interest in the outcome.
05. Assessment, Marking & RQF Credit Standards Policy
All Qualifi qualifications delivered at GaBT Pakistan are 100% assignment-based and criterion-referenced against the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) level descriptors (Levels 2 to 8).
- VACSR Evidence Standard: Assessors ensure all learner evidence is Valid, Authentic, Current, Sufficient, and Reliable before awarding credit.
- Total Qualification Time (TQT) & Credit Value: 1 RQF Credit equals 10 hours of Total Qualification Time (combining Guided Learning Hours and independent academic study).
- Resubmission & Retake Rules: Learners who receive a "Refer" on first submission are permitted one formal resubmission following developmental feedback, capped in accordance with Qualifi UK unit specifications.
06. Learner Appeals & Academic Review Procedure
In compliance with Ofqual Condition I1 (Appeals Process), every GaBT learner has the statutory right to appeal against an assessment decision, a malpractice sanction, or a reasonable adjustment decision without fear of disadvantage.
- Stage 1 – Informal Assessor Review (Within 10 Working Days): The learner requests a structured feedback review with the Subject Assessor to clarify how Assessment Criteria were applied.
- Stage 2 – Formal Internal Appeal to Lead IQA (Within 15 Working Days): An independent IQA who had no prior involvement in the original marking re-evaluates the portfolio and issues a written determination.
- Stage 3 – External Appeal to Qualifi UK & Ofqual: If the learner remains dissatisfied after exhausting GaBT's internal appeals procedure, the appeal is escalated directly to the Qualifi UK Appeals Panel and, ultimately, the Ofqual Examinations Procedures Review Service (EPRS).
07. Reasonable Adjustments & Special Considerations Policy
GaBT ensures fair access to assessment for learners with disabilities, specific learning difficulties, medical conditions, or temporary personal trauma, whilst preserving the academic rigour of RQF assessment standards.
- Reasonable Adjustments (Pre-Assessment): Agreed prior to assessment activity (e.g., extended assignment deadlines, assistive screen-reading software, British Sign Language support, or modified formatting) supported by medical or educational evidence.
- Special Consideration (Post-Assessment): Applied where a learner experiences unforeseen illness, bereavement, or severe disruption at the time of assessment submission. All Special Consideration requests are logged with Qualifi UK.
08. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Charter
Global Academy of Business and Technology (SMC-Private) Limited is committed to eliminating unlawful discrimination and promoting equality of opportunity across admissions, teaching, assessment, and progression regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, or socioeconomic background.
09. Data Protection, UK GDPR & Learner Record Retention Policy
Learner personal data, identity documents, assessment portfolios, IQA sampling reports, and certification records are processed lawfully and securely in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the UK Data Protection Act 2018, and Pakistani data privacy standards. Assessment and verification records are securely archived for a minimum of 3 to 5 years for Qualifi UK and Ofqual regulatory audits.
10. Complaints Handling, Safeguarding & Whistleblowing Policy
GaBT operates a transparent 3-stage service complaints procedure (acknowledged within 3 working days; formal resolution within 15 working days) alongside a statutory Safeguarding Policy for learners aged 16–18 (Level 2 & Level 3) and vulnerable adults. Staff, assessors, and learners are protected under our Whistleblowing Policy when making confidential disclosures regarding suspected malpractice directly to the Head of Centre, Qualifi UK, or Ofqual.
Qualifi UK Courses & Pakistani Progression Catalogue
Explore all official Qualifi UK qualifications (Levels 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8) offered at GaBT Pakistan. Every programme features complete RQF specifications, Pakistani educational equivalence, and an active Apply Now portal.
Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Business Management
Qualifi Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business Management and Study Skills
Qualifi Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business Management
Qualifi Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business and Law
Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Business Management
Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Business Management
Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business Management
Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Project Management
Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Marketing
Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Risk Management
Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Human Resource Management
Qualifi Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management
Qualifi Level 3 Extended Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management
Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management
Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management
Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management
Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management
Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and Finance
Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Accounting and Finance
Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Accounting and Finance
Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in Accounting and Finance
Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance
Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Law
Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Law
Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Law
Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in Law
Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Law
Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in International Business Law
Qualifi Level 3 Award in Education and Training
Qualifi Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training
Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training
Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in Education and Training Management
Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Educational Management and Leadership
Qualifi Level 2 Diploma in Business Beginners in Cyber Security
Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Information Technology
Qualifi Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT and Cyber Security
Qualifi Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT and Data Science
Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Cyber Security Management and Operations
Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Cyber Security
Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Artificial Intelligence
Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology
Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in IT Networking
Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in IT Web Design
Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in IT E-Commerce
Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Artificial Intelligence
Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology
Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in IT Networking
Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in IT Web Design
Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in IT E-Commerce
Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in Networking and Cyber Security
Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in Information Technology
Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in IT Networking
Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in IT Web Design
Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in IT E-Commerce
Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in IT
Qualifi Level 7 Diploma Data Science
Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Cyber Security
Qualifi Level 2 Diploma in Care
Qualifi Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate
Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care
Qualifi Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care
Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care
Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care
Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care
Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Health and Social Care
Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Business Management
A UK-regulated foundation qualification that takes you from secondary school (Grade 10) or O-Levels towards a UK university degree, without leaving Pakistan.
Quick Facts
01. Course Overview
The Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Business Management is a Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education), accredited by Qualifi UK and regulated by Ofqual.
It suits learners who have finished secondary school (Grade 10) or O-Levels and want a recognised UK qualification that opens the door to university study and business careers.
The qualification has been created to develop and reward those learners who are looking to or already have chosen a career in a business-related sector.
We hope that centres and learners take the opportunity to learn a great deal from this programme that will provide relevant new skills and qualities.
It is envisaged that this programme will encourage both academic and professional development so that learners move forward to realise not just their own potential but also that of organisations across a broad range of sectors.
| Qualification title | Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Business Management |
| Qualification type | Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education) |
| Qualification number (RQF) | 603/1102/2 |
| GLH / Credits | 390 GLH / 60 Credits (6 units × 65 GLH / 10 Credits) |
| Total qualification time (TQT) | 600 hours |
| Availability | UK and international |
02. Content
You complete six units, each worth 10 credits and 65 guided learning hours: the four mandatory units plus two optional units.
Mandatory units
BM301: An Introduction to the Business Environment
65 GLH / 10 CreditsBM302: Business Resources
65 GLH / 10 CreditsBM303: An Introduction to Marketing
65 GLH / 10 CreditsBM304: Human Resource Management
65 GLH / 10 CreditsOptional units (choose two)
BM305: Business Communication
65 GLH / 10 CreditsBM306: Understanding Health and Safety in the Business Workplace
65 GLH / 10 CreditsBM307: Recruitment and Selection in Business
65 GLH / 10 Credits03. Learning Outcomes
Key Assessment Rules for Level 3 Delivery
- Cognitive Depth: Ensure assignments prompt students to explain and illustrate with workplace examples. At Level 3, students are not required to provide deep academic critique or strategic formulation (which belongs to Levels 6/7), but they must go beyond simply bullet-pointing definitions.
- Criterion Coverage: To achieve each unit, students must pass 100% of the criteria.
- Evidence Output: Standard Level 3 assignment tasks typically yield a 1,500- to 2,000-word structured business report, slide presentation with speaker notes, or case study analysis per unit.
Key Assessment Principles for Level 3 Optional Units
- Practical Application: Units like Business Communication (BM305) and Recruitment and Selection (BM307) contain applied criteria (e.g., AC 4.1 / AC 4.2). Assessors must ensure the student portfolio contains tangible artefacts (e.g., actual draft job descriptions, interview scorecards, emails/memos) rather than purely descriptive theory.
- Criterion Sufficiency: Every single assessment criterion listed above must be evidenced and marked as achieved to award the 10 credits for that unit.
- Assessment Method: Standard delivery centres assess these units using integrated vocational portfolios, case studies, role-play observation records (with witness testimonies for BM307), and business reports ranging between 1,500 and 2,000 words per unit.
04. Assessment
This course is 100% assignment-based, with no final exam hall. You complete coursework, case studies, reports and presentations.
Your assessor marks each assignment, our Internal Verifier checks the marking, and Qualifi UK externally quality assures it before certification.Please check GABT academic rules and regulations for further information.
05. Teaching
Tutors give a scheme of work at the start of each unit, with the structure, deadlines and assessment tasks. Sample approach:
- Interactive lectures and tutorials
- Case studies from Pakistani and international businesses
- Class discussions and group presentations
- Online learning resources and tutor feedback on drafts
06. Mode of Study
| Full time | Attend classes on campus with a set weekly timetable. |
| Hybrid learning | A blend of on-campus classes and live online sessions. |
| Online learning | Study from home through live online classes and learning resources. |
| Duration | 6–9 months (sample) |
| GLH / Credits | 390 GLH / 60 Credits in total, which is 65 GLH / 10 Credits for each of the 6 units |
| Total qualification time | 600 hours, including independent study and assessment work |
| Locations | Lahore, Islamabad / Rawalpindi, Karachi and online |
07. Entry Requirement
- A Level 2 qualification (for example secondary school (Grade 10) or O-Levels), and/or
- Work experience in a business setting, with clear career goals, and/or
- A Level 3 qualification in another subject, if you want a career in business management
- Age 16 or over
- An interview with our admissions team
Learners with considerable experience but no formal qualifications may be considered after interview. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is also available.
English language
Applicants whose first language is not English need IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
08. Progression
On completion you can move up through the Qualifi levels to a UK degree:
09. Fee
| Tuition fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Registration fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Payment plan | Instalments available |
10. How to Apply
- Send your enquiry using the Apply button.
- Share your documents: CNIC or passport, academic certificates and a photo.
- Send your application items: see the list below.
- Initial assessment: we check your level and English.
- Receive your offer letter and fee plan. Please contact the admission department.
- Register and start: we register you with Qualifi UK and confirm your start date.
Application requirements
- Statement of Purpose (SOP): the SOP must be handwritten.
- Two reference letters.
- Audio or video self-interview: 30 seconds.
11. Career Navigation
Primary areas of employment include:
- Operations Manager
- Office Manager
- Financial Planner
- Programme Manager
- Junior Manager
- Business Analyst
Ready to start your UK pathway?
Send your enquiry, then please contact the admission department for your offer letter and fee plan.
Qualifi Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business Management and Study Skills
A 120-credit UK-regulated qualification that combines business management with English and study skills for university, so you can move from Matric or O-Levels towards a UK degree without leaving Pakistan.
Quick Facts
01. Course Overview
The Qualifi Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business, Management and Study Skills is a Vocational Related Qualification, accredited by Qualifi UK and regulated by Ofqual.
It is the extended version of the Level 3 Diploma. As well as core business subjects, you study English for university and cultural communication skills, which prepares you for undergraduate study in the UK.
The qualification is designed to develop and reward learners who want, or have already chosen, a career in a business-related sector, and to encourage both academic and professional development.
| Qualification title | Qualifi Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business, Management and Study Skills |
| Qualification type | Vocational Related Qualification |
| Qualification number (RQF) | 603/7380/5 |
| Accreditation status | Accredited |
| GLH / Credits | 810–820 GLH / 120 Credits (12 units × 10 credits, each with 65 or 75 GLH) |
| Total qualification time (TQT) | 1,200 hours (12 units × 100 hours) |
| Grading | Pass / Merit / Distinction |
| Availability | UK and international |
02. Content
You complete twelve units: the ten mandatory units plus two units chosen from four optional units. Every unit is worth 10 credits and 100 hours of total qualification time, with 65 or 75 guided learning hours (GLH).
Mandatory units (10)
An Introduction to the Business Environment
Unit code: A/615/5045
65 GLH / 10 CreditsBusiness Resources
Unit code: F/615/5046
65 GLH / 10 CreditsAn Introduction to Marketing
Unit code: J/615/5047
65 GLH / 10 CreditsHuman Resource Management
Unit code: L/615/5048
65 GLH / 10 CreditsBusiness Communication
Unit code: R/615/5049
65 GLH / 10 CreditsUnderstanding Health and Safety in the Business Workplace
Unit code: J/615/5050
65 GLH / 10 CreditsManaging Business Operations
Unit code: A/617/5537
75 GLH / 10 CreditsAn Introduction to Finance
Unit code: F/617/5538
75 GLH / 10 CreditsEnglish for University Studies
Unit code: T/618/7010
65 GLH / 10 CreditsCommunication and Cultural Skills for University
Unit code: A/618/7011
65 GLH / 10 CreditsOptional units (choose two of four)
An Introduction to Leadership Skills
Unit code: A/617/5540
75 GLH / 10 CreditsOrganisational Culture
Unit code: F/617/5541
75 GLH / 10 CreditsWorkplace Welfare
Unit code: J/617/5542
75 GLH / 10 CreditsThinking Entrepreneurially
Unit code: R/615/4774
65 GLH / 10 Credits03. Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Read and use business literature with understanding, think independently and solve problems.
- Apply your subject knowledge to familiar and unfamiliar business problems.
- Recognise moral and ethical issues in business practice and research, and the need for ethical standards and professional codes of conduct.
- Understand how business and service provision connect across different disciplines.
- Give a clear and accurate account of a subject, and take part in debate with both specialists and non-specialists.
- Use transferable skills and knowledge to adapt to changes in business.
- Move on to further professional development through study or your chosen career.
04. Assessment
This course is 100% assignment-based, with no final exam hall. You complete coursework, case studies, reports and presentations for each unit.
Your assessor marks each assignment, our Internal Verifier checks the marking, and Qualifi UK externally quality assures it before certification. To pass a unit you must meet every learning outcome and assessment criterion. The grade for each unit appears on your transcript, and you receive a Qualifi e-certificate on success.
05. Teaching
Tutors give a scheme of work at the start of each unit, with the structure, deadlines and assessment tasks. Sample approach:
- Interactive lectures and tutorials
- Case studies from Pakistani and international businesses
- Academic writing, referencing and presentation practice for university study
- Class discussions and group presentations
- Online learning resources and tutor feedback on drafts
06. Mode of Study
| Full time | Attend classes on campus with a set weekly timetable. |
| Hybrid learning | A blend of on-campus classes and live online sessions. |
| Online learning | Study from home through live online classes and learning resources. |
| Duration | 9–12 months (sample) |
| GLH / Credits | 810–820 GLH / 120 Credits in total, which is 65 or 75 GLH / 10 Credits for each of the 12 units |
| Total qualification time | 1,200 hours (100 per unit), including independent study and assessment work |
| Locations | Lahore, Islamabad / Rawalpindi, Karachi and online |
07. Entry Requirement
Entry is through an interview at our centre. You should have:
- A Level 2 qualification (for example secondary school (Grade 10) or O-Levels), and/or
- Work experience in a business setting, with ambition and clear career goals, and/or
- A Level 3 qualification in another subject, if you want to build a career in management
- Age 16 or over
Learners with considerable experience but no formal qualifications may be considered after interview. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is also available.
English language
Applicants whose first language is not English need IELTS 6 or equivalent.
References
Applicants normally provide two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.
08. Progression
On completion you can move up through the Qualifi levels to a UK degree:
09. Fee
| Tuition fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Registration fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Payment plan | Instalments available |
10. How to Apply
- Send your enquiry using the Apply button.
- Share your documents: CNIC or passport, academic certificates and a photo.
- Send your application items: see the list below.
- Initial assessment: we check your level and English.
- Receive your offer letter and fee plan. Please contact the admission department.
- Register and start: we register you with Qualifi UK and confirm your start date.
Application requirements
- Statement of Purpose (SOP): the SOP must be handwritten.
- Two reference letters.
- Audio or video self-interview: 30 seconds.
Ready to start your UK pathway?
Send your enquiry, then please contact the admission department for your offer letter and fee plan.
Qualifi Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business Management
A 180-credit UK-regulated qualification that builds business knowledge and academic English together, so you can move on to Qualifi Level 4 or into a business career without leaving Pakistan.
Quick Facts
01. Course Overview
The Qualifi Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business Management is a Vocational Related Qualification, accredited by Qualifi UK and regulated by Ofqual.
It is made up of 180 credits, which equals 1,800 hours of total qualification time. You first complete 60 credits of generic units, then 120 credits in the business management subject area.
The Level 3 Extended Diplomas share the same generic units, so this course gives you a broad business foundation alongside English and communication skills for higher education.
| Qualification title | Qualifi Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business Management |
| Qualification type | Vocational Related Qualification |
| Qualification number (RQF) | 610/5596/7 |
| Accreditation status | Accredited |
| Credits | 180 Credits |
| Total qualification time (TQT) | 1,800 hours |
| Structure | 60 credits of generic units + 120 credits of business management units (18 units in total) |
| Availability | UK and international |
02. Content
You complete eighteen mandatory units. The first six units form the 60-credit generic block, and the remaining twelve make up the 120-credit business management block.
Study skills and communication
English for Studies in Higher Education
Communication and Cultural Skills for Higher Education
Business Communication
English for Business Communication
Business foundations
An Introduction to the Business Environment
Business Resources
An Introduction to Marketing
Human Resource Management
An Introduction to Finance
Managing Business Operations
Workplace, leadership and enterprise
Understanding Health and Safety in the Business Workplace
Workplace Welfare
Organisational Culture
An Introduction to Leadership Skills
Innovation for Business
Thinking Entrepreneurially
Entrepreneurship and Entrepreneurial Business Planning
Entrepreneurial Marketing
03. Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Read and use suitable business literature with full and critical understanding.
- Think independently and solve problems.
- Apply your subject knowledge to familiar and unfamiliar problems.
- Recognise moral and ethical issues in business practice and research, and the need for ethical standards and professional codes of conduct.
- Appreciate how business and service provision connect across different disciplines.
- Give a clear and accurate account of a subject in a mature way, and take part in debate with both specialists and non-specialists.
- Use transferable skills and knowledge to adapt to changes in business.
- Go on to further professional development through future study or your chosen career.
04. Assessment
This course is 100% assignment-based, with no final exam hall. You complete coursework, case studies, reports and presentations for each unit.
Your assessor marks each assignment, our Internal Verifier checks the marking, and Qualifi UK externally quality assures it before certification.
05. Teaching
Tutors give a scheme of work at the start of each unit, with the structure, deadlines and assessment tasks. Sample approach:
- Interactive lectures and tutorials
- Case studies from Pakistani and international businesses
- Academic writing, referencing and presentation practice for university study
- Class discussions and group presentations
- Online learning resources and tutor feedback on drafts
06. Mode of Study
| Full time | Attend classes on campus with a set weekly timetable. |
| Hybrid learning | A blend of on-campus classes and live online sessions. |
| Online learning | Study from home through live online classes and learning resources. |
| Credits | 180 Credits in total (60 generic + 120 subject) |
| Total qualification time | 1,800 hours, including independent study and assessment work |
| Duration | Please contact the admission department for the current timetable |
| Locations | Lahore, Islamabad / Rawalpindi, Karachi and online |
07. Entry Requirement
The qualification is designed to be accessible without artificial barriers. GaBT, as an approved centre, reviews each applicant's ability to complete the programme and meet its demands, and considers the support that can be given to meet individual learner needs.
- Applicants must be aged 18 or over.
- An initial assessment and interview with our admissions team.
- Two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.
English language
Applicants whose first language is not English need IELTS 6 or equivalent.
International qualifications
Pakistani and other international qualifications are checked during the initial assessment to confirm they are suitable for entry.
08. Progression
On completion you can move up through the Qualifi levels towards a UK degree:
09. Fee
| Tuition fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Registration fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Payment plan | Instalments available |
10. How to Apply
- Send your enquiry using the Apply button.
- Share your documents: CNIC or passport, academic certificates and a photo.
- Send your application items: see the list below.
- Initial assessment: we check your level and English.
- Receive your offer letter and fee plan. Please contact the admission department.
- Register and start: we register you with Qualifi UK and confirm your start date.
Application requirements
- Statement of Purpose (SOP): the SOP must be handwritten.
- Two reference letters.
- Audio or video self-interview: 30 seconds.
Ready to start your UK pathway?
Send your enquiry, then please contact the admission department for your offer letter and fee plan.
Qualifi Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business and Law
A 180-credit UK-regulated qualification that combines core business subjects with the foundations of English law and academic English, so you can move on to Qualifi Level 4 or into a business or legal career without leaving Pakistan.
Quick Facts
01. Course Overview
The Qualifi Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business and Law is a Vocational Related Qualification, accredited by Qualifi UK and regulated by Ofqual.
It is made up of 180 credits, which equals 1,800 hours of total qualification time. You first complete 60 credits of generic units, then 120 credits in the business and law subject area.
The Level 3 Extended Diplomas share the same generic units, so this course gives you a broad business foundation, an introduction to the English legal system, and the English and communication skills you need for higher education.
| Qualification title | Qualifi Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business and Law |
| Qualification type | Vocational Related Qualification |
| Qualification number (RQF) | 610/5595/5 |
| Accreditation status | Accredited |
| GLH / Credits | 180 Credits. Guided learning hours (GLH) per unit are set out in the Qualifi centre specification. |
| Total qualification time (TQT) | 1,800 hours |
| Structure | 60 credits of generic units + 120 credits of business and law units |
| Availability | UK and international |
02. Content
All units are mandatory. Together they make up the 60-credit generic block and the 120-credit business and law block.
Study skills and communication
English for Higher Education
Communication and Cultural Skills for Higher Education
Business Communication
Academic and Research Skills for Law
Legal Terminology and Communication
Business foundations
An Introduction to the Business Environment
Business Resources
An Introduction to Marketing
Human Resource Management
An Introduction to Finance
Managing Business Operations
Innovation for Business
Workplace and organisations
Understanding Health and Safety in the Business Workplace
Organisational Culture
Law
The English Legal System
Contract Law
03. Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Read and use suitable literature with full and critical understanding.
- Think independently and solve problems.
- Apply your subject knowledge to familiar and unfamiliar problems.
- Recognise moral and ethical issues in business practice and research, and the need for ethical standards and professional codes of conduct.
- Appreciate how business and service provision connect across different disciplines.
- Give a clear and accurate account of a subject in a mature way, and take part in debate with both specialists and non-specialists.
- Use transferable skills and knowledge to adapt to changes in business.
- Go on to further professional development through future study or your chosen career.
04. Assessment
This course is 100% assignment-based, with no final exam hall. You complete coursework, case studies, reports and presentations for each unit.
Your assessor marks each assignment, our Internal Verifier checks the marking, and Qualifi UK externally quality assures it before certification.
05. Teaching
Tutors give a scheme of work at the start of each unit, with the structure, deadlines and assessment tasks. Sample approach:
- Interactive lectures and tutorials
- Case studies from Pakistani and international businesses
- Introductory legal reading, case summaries and legal terminology practice
- Academic writing, referencing and presentation practice for university study
- Class discussions and group presentations
- Online learning resources and tutor feedback on drafts
06. Mode of Study
| Full time | Attend classes on campus with a set weekly timetable. |
| Hybrid learning | A blend of on-campus classes and live online sessions. |
| Online learning | Study from home through live online classes and learning resources. |
| GLH / Credits | 180 Credits in total (60 generic + 120 subject). GLH per unit as set out in the Qualifi centre specification. |
| Total qualification time | 1,800 hours, including independent study and assessment work |
| Duration | Please contact the admission department for the current timetable |
| Locations | Lahore, Islamabad / Rawalpindi, Karachi and online |
07. Entry Requirement
The qualification is designed to be accessible without artificial barriers. GaBT, as an approved centre, reviews each applicant's ability to complete the programme and meet its demands, and considers the support that can be given to meet individual learner needs.
- Applicants must be aged 18 or over.
- An initial assessment and interview with our admissions team.
- Two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.
English language
Applicants whose first language is not English need IELTS 6 or equivalent.
International qualifications
Pakistani and other international qualifications are checked during the initial assessment to confirm they are suitable for entry.
08. Progression
On completion you can move up through the Qualifi levels towards a UK degree:
09. Fee
| Tuition fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Registration fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Payment plan | Instalments available |
10. How to Apply
- Send your enquiry using the Apply button.
- Share your documents: CNIC or passport, academic certificates and a photo.
- Send your application items: see the list below.
- Initial assessment: we check your level and English.
- Receive your offer letter and fee plan. Please contact the admission department.
- Register and start: we register you with Qualifi UK and confirm your start date.
Application requirements
- Statement of Purpose (SOP): the SOP must be handwritten.
- Two reference letters.
- Audio or video self-interview: 30 seconds.
Ready to start your UK pathway?
Send your enquiry, then please contact the admission department for your offer letter and fee plan.
Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management
A UK-regulated foundation qualification for future hospitality and tourism team leaders and managers. It takes you from Matric or O-Levels towards a UK university degree or a hospitality career, without leaving Pakistan.
Quick Facts
01. Course Overview
The Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management is a Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education), accredited by Qualifi UK and regulated by Ofqual.
It has been created to develop and reward the hospitality and tourism managers of today and the future, and to bring recognition and professionalism to the management sectors. It also helps develop the team leaders, managers and leaders of the future through learning that suits the industry.
The diploma links to key developments in the hospitality and tourism sector. Contemporary issues are identified and evaluated, so you gain a true vocational understanding of the industry as well as an academic perspective.
| Qualification title | Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management |
| Qualification type | Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education) |
| Qualification number (RQF) | 603/4400/3 |
| Accreditation status | Accredited |
| GLH / Credits | 900 GLH / 120 Credits (4 units × 225 GLH / 30 Credits) |
| Total qualification time (TQT) | 1,200 hours (4 units × 300 hours) |
| Grading | Pass / Fail |
| Structure | 4 units |
| Availability | UK and international |
02. Content
You complete four mandatory units that cover the tourism and hospitality industries, marketing, and customer service. Every unit is worth 30 credits, 225 guided learning hours and 300 hours of total qualification time.
HTM301: Introduction to the Tourism Industry
Unit code: H/617/5595
225 GLH / 30 CreditsHTM302: Introduction to the Hospitality Industry
Unit code: M/617/5597
225 GLH / 30 CreditsHTM303: Introduction to Marketing for Hospitality and Tourism
Unit code: A/617/5599
225 GLH / 30 CreditsHTM304: Introduction to Customer Service for Hospitality and Tourism
Unit code: M/617/5602
225 GLH / 30 Credits03. Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Understand and apply the principles of management in hospitality and tourism.
- Review and apply the principles of business management within the industry.
- Understand and apply the principles of management in a specific environment.
- Improve your employability by exploring how management theories are applied in the business world.
- Analyse problem-solving techniques specific to business and industry.
- Select, collate, review and analyse information from a wide range of sources.
- Use verbal and written communication skills effectively.
- Work independently and as part of a team.
- Manage your own personal development and growth.
04. Assessment
This course is 100% assignment-based, with no final exam hall. You complete coursework, case studies, reports and presentations for each unit.
Your assessor marks each assignment, our Internal Verifier checks the marking, and Qualifi UK externally quality assures it before certification. To achieve the qualification you must meet every assessment criterion in all four units. The grade for each unit appears on your transcript: Pass is 40% and above, and Fail is 0% to 39%.
05. Teaching
Tutors give a scheme of work at the start of each unit, with the structure, deadlines and assessment tasks. Sample approach:
- Interactive lectures and tutorials
- Case studies from Pakistani and international hotels, restaurants and tourism organisations
- Customer service role-plays and marketing activities
- Class discussions and group presentations
- Online learning resources and tutor feedback on drafts
06. Mode of Study
| Full time | Attend classes on campus with a set weekly timetable. |
| Hybrid learning | A blend of on-campus classes and live online sessions. |
| Online learning | Study from home through live online classes and learning resources. |
| GLH / Credits | 900 GLH / 120 Credits in total, which is 225 GLH / 30 Credits for each of the 4 units |
| Total qualification time | 1,200 hours, including independent study and assessment work |
| Duration | Please contact the admission department for the current timetable |
| Locations | Lahore, Islamabad / Rawalpindi, Karachi and online |
07. Entry Requirement
This is an open entry qualification. GaBT, as an approved centre, reviews each applicant’s ability to complete the programme and meet its demands, and considers the support that can be given to meet individual learner needs.
- Matric (SSC) / O-Levels, or equivalent evidence that you can work at this level.
- An initial assessment and interview with our admissions team.
English language
Applicants need IELTS 5.5 or other evidence of competence in English at this level.
International qualifications
Pakistani and other international qualifications are checked during the initial assessment to confirm they are suitable for entry.
08. Progression
On completion you can move up through the Qualifi levels towards a UK degree:
09. Fee
| Tuition fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Registration fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Payment plan | Instalments available |
10. How to Apply
- Send your enquiry using the Apply button.
- Share your documents: CNIC or passport, academic certificates and a photo.
- Send your application items: see the list below.
- Initial assessment: we check your level and English.
- Receive your offer letter and fee plan. Please contact the admission department.
- Register and start: we register you with Qualifi UK and confirm your start date.
Application requirements
- Statement of Purpose (SOP): the SOP must be handwritten.
- Two reference letters.
- Audio or video self-interview: 30 seconds.
Ready to start your UK pathway?
Send your enquiry, then please contact the admission department for your offer letter and fee plan.
Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Business Management
A 120-credit UK-regulated qualification equal to the first year of a UK Bachelor’s degree. It builds practical management and leadership skills, so you can move on to Qualifi Level 5 or into a business career without leaving Pakistan.
Quick Facts
01. Course Overview
The Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Business Management is a Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education), accredited by Qualifi UK and regulated by Ofqual.
It introduces the main facets and operations of organisations and the challenges faced by modern businesses. It develops the understanding, skills and abilities you need to become an effective organisational manager and leader.
The qualification is designed to develop and reward the business managers of today and the future, and to encourage both academic and professional development.
| Qualification title | Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Business Management |
| Qualification type | Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education) |
| Qualification number (RQF) | 601/6048/2 |
| Accreditation status | Accredited |
| GLH / Credits | 480 GLH / 120 Credits (6 units × 80 GLH / 20 Credits) |
| Total qualification time (TQT) | 1,200 hours (6 units × 200 hours) |
| Grading | Pass / Merit / Distinction |
| Availability | UK and international |
02. Content
You complete six mandatory units. Every unit is worth 20 credits, 80 guided learning hours and 200 hours of total qualification time.
Communications in Organisations
Unit code: D/507/1581
80 GLH / 20 CreditsLeadership and the Organisation
Unit code: H/507/1582
80 GLH / 20 CreditsFinancial Awareness
Unit code: M/507/1584
80 GLH / 20 CreditsManaging Change
Unit code: A/507/1586
80 GLH / 20 CreditsBusiness Operations
Unit code: F/507/1587
80 GLH / 20 CreditsDeveloping Teams
Unit code: J/507/1588
80 GLH / 20 Credits03. Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Understand and apply the principles of leadership in a business environment.
- Review and apply the principles of business management within industry.
- Understand and apply the principles of management in a specific environment.
- Improve your employability by exploring how management theories are applied in the business world.
- Analyse problem-solving techniques specific to business and industry.
- Select, collate, review and analyse information from a wide range of sources.
- Use verbal and written communication skills effectively.
- Work independently and as part of a team.
- Manage your own personal development and growth.
04. Assessment
This course is 100% assignment-based, with no final exam hall. Qualifi provides a written assessment task for each unit, and you complete it using real organisational information or case studies.
Your assessor marks each assignment, our Internal Verifier checks the marking, and Qualifi UK externally moderates it before certification. To achieve the qualification you must meet every assessment criterion in every unit. The grade for each unit appears on your transcript.
05. Teaching
Tutors give a scheme of work at the start of each unit, with the structure, deadlines and assessment tasks. Sample approach:
- Initial workshop support sessions, then ongoing tutor support for each unit
- Independent and group research into each unit’s subject matter
- Case studies from Pakistani and international organisations
- Presentations, meetings and discussions with feedback from peers and tutors
- Online learning resources and tutor feedback on drafts
06. Mode of Study
| Full time | Attend classes on campus with a set weekly timetable. |
| Hybrid learning | A blend of on-campus classes and live online sessions. |
| Online learning | Study from home through live online classes and learning resources. |
| GLH / Credits | 480 GLH / 120 Credits in total, which is 80 GLH / 20 Credits for each of the 6 units |
| Total qualification time | 1,200 hours, including independent study and assessment work |
| Duration | Please contact the admission department for the current timetable |
| Locations | Lahore, Islamabad / Rawalpindi, Karachi and online |
07. Entry Requirement
The qualification is designed to be accessible without artificial barriers. GaBT, as an approved centre, reviews each applicant’s ability to complete the programme and meet its demands, and considers the support that can be given to meet individual learner needs.
- Applicants must be aged 18 or over.
- A Level 3 qualification, for example FA / FSc / ICS / I.Com, A-Levels or a vocational award, and/or
- Time spent in an organisational role, showing the capability and drive to develop, and/or
- A wish for further professional development and work-related skills
- An initial assessment and interview with our admissions team.
- Two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is also available.
English language
Applicants whose first language is not English need IELTS 6 or equivalent.
International qualifications
Pakistani and other international qualifications are checked during the initial assessment to confirm they are suitable for entry.
08. Progression
On completion you can move up through the Qualifi levels towards a UK degree:
09. Fee
| Tuition fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Registration fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Payment plan | Instalments available |
10. How to Apply
- Send your enquiry using the Apply button.
- Share your documents: CNIC or passport, academic certificates and a photo.
- Send your application items: see the list below.
- Initial assessment: we check your level and English.
- Receive your offer letter and fee plan. Please contact the admission department.
- Register and start: we register you with Qualifi UK and confirm your start date.
Application requirements
- Statement of Purpose (SOP): the SOP must be handwritten.
- Two reference letters.
- Audio or video self-interview: 30 seconds.
Ready to start your UK pathway?
Send your enquiry, then please contact the admission department for your offer letter and fee plan.
Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Business Management
A 120-credit UK-regulated qualification equal to the second year of a UK Bachelor’s degree. It prepares you for the final year of a UK Honours degree or for a management career, without leaving Pakistan.
Quick Facts
01. Course Overview
The Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Business Management is a Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education), accredited by Qualifi UK and regulated by Ofqual.
It deals with complex and challenging organisational issues and opportunities. The units are closely linked to current real-world and work challenges, and they test and develop your workplace experience and abilities.
You will make judgements and provide creative, practical solutions to organisational problems. The approach is action based, so learners with strong motivation to progress in their chosen career and business pathway gain the most from it. The units are also designed to dovetail into a top-up undergraduate year at a UK university.
| Qualification title | Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Business Management |
| Qualification type | Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education) |
| Qualification number (RQF) | 601/6049/4 |
| Accreditation status | Accredited |
| GLH / Credits | 480 GLH / 120 Credits (6 units × 80 GLH / 20 Credits) |
| Total qualification time (TQT) | 1,200 hours (6 units × 200 hours) |
| Grading | Pass / Merit / Distinction |
| Availability | UK and international |
02. Content
You complete six mandatory units. Every unit is worth 20 credits, 80 guided learning hours and 200 hours of total qualification time.
Responding to the Changing Business Environment
Unit code: R/507/1612
80 GLH / 20 CreditsEffective Decision Making
Unit code: Y/507/1613
80 GLH / 20 CreditsBusiness Development
Unit code: D/507/1614
80 GLH / 20 CreditsBusiness Models and Growing Organisations
Unit code: H/507/1615
80 GLH / 20 CreditsCustomer Management
Unit code: K/507/1616
80 GLH / 20 CreditsRisk Management and Organisations
Unit code: T/507/1618
80 GLH / 20 Credits03. Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Understand and apply the principles of leadership in a business environment.
- Review and apply the principles of business management within industry.
- Understand and apply the principles of management in a specific environment.
- Improve your employability by exploring how management theories are applied in the business world.
- Analyse problem-solving techniques specific to business and industry.
- Select, collate, review and analyse information from a wide range of sources.
- Use verbal and written communication skills effectively.
- Work independently and as part of a team.
- Manage your own personal development and growth.
04. Assessment
This course is 100% assignment-based, with no final exam hall. Qualifi provides a written assessment task for each unit, and you complete it using real organisational information or case studies.
Your assessor marks each assignment, our Internal Verifier checks the marking, and Qualifi UK externally moderates it before certification. To achieve the qualification you must meet every assessment criterion in every unit. The grade for each unit appears on your transcript.
05. Teaching
Tutors give a scheme of work at the start of each unit, with the structure, deadlines and assessment tasks. Sample approach:
- Initial workshop support sessions, then ongoing tutor support for each unit
- Independent and group research, including work in virtual groups on a shared learning platform
- Case studies of real organisations, with pitches and presentations for business development tasks
- Interactive exercises, such as handling customer complaints and building risk profiles
- Online learning resources and tutor feedback on drafts
06. Mode of Study
| Full time | Attend classes on campus with a set weekly timetable. |
| Hybrid learning | A blend of on-campus classes and live online sessions. |
| Online learning | Study from home through live online classes and learning resources. |
| GLH / Credits | 480 GLH / 120 Credits in total, which is 80 GLH / 20 Credits for each of the 6 units |
| Total qualification time | 1,200 hours, including independent study and assessment work |
| Duration | Please contact the admission department for the current timetable |
| Locations | Lahore, Islamabad / Rawalpindi, Karachi and online |
07. Entry Requirement
The qualification is designed to be accessible without artificial barriers. GaBT, as an approved centre, reviews each applicant’s ability to complete the programme and meet its demands, and considers the support that can be given to meet individual learner needs.
- Applicants must be aged 18 or over.
- A Level 3 and/or Level 4 qualification, for example the Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Business Management or a 2-year BA / B.Com / ADP, and/or
- Work experience at a managerial level, with ambition and clear career goals, and/or
- A first degree in another discipline, if you want to build a career in business
- An initial assessment and interview with our admissions team.
- Two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is also available.
English language
Applicants whose first language is not English need IELTS 6 or equivalent.
International qualifications
Pakistani and other international qualifications are checked during the initial assessment to confirm they are suitable for entry.
08. Progression
On completion you can move on towards a UK degree:
09. Fee
| Tuition fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Registration fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Payment plan | Instalments available |
10. How to Apply
- Send your enquiry using the Apply button.
- Share your documents: CNIC or passport, academic certificates and a photo.
- Send your application items: see the list below.
- Initial assessment: we check your level and English.
- Receive your offer letter and fee plan. Please contact the admission department.
- Register and start: we register you with Qualifi UK and confirm your start date.
Application requirements
- Statement of Purpose (SOP): the SOP must be handwritten.
- Two reference letters.
- Audio or video self-interview: 30 seconds.
Ready to start your UK pathway?
Send your enquiry, then please contact the admission department for your offer letter and fee plan.
Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business Management
A 240-credit UK-regulated qualification that covers Years 1 and 2 of a UK Bachelor’s degree in one programme. It takes you from Intermediate (FA / FSc / ICS / I.Com) to the final year of a UK Honours degree, without leaving Pakistan.
Quick Facts
01. Course Overview
The Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business Management is a Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education), accredited by Qualifi UK and regulated by Ofqual.
It has been created to develop and reward the business managers of today and the future, and to bring recognition and professionalism to the management sectors. It combines the Level 4 and Level 5 Diplomas in one 240-credit programme, which Qualifi describes as equal to a Foundation Degree.
The Level 5 units are designed to dovetail into a top-up undergraduate year at a UK university. If you complete 120 credits at Level 4 but not the full programme, you can exit with the Qualifi Level 4 Diploma in Business Management (601/6048/2).
| Qualification title | Qualifi Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business Management |
| Qualification type | Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education) |
| Qualification number (RQF) | 610/1675/5 |
| Accreditation status | Accredited |
| GLH / Credits | 960 GLH / 240 Credits (12 units × 80 GLH / 20 Credits) |
| Total qualification time (TQT) | 2,400 hours (12 units × 200 hours) |
| Grading | Pass / Merit / Distinction |
| Availability | UK and international |
02. Content
You complete twelve mandatory units. Every unit is worth 20 credits, 80 guided learning hours and 200 hours of total qualification time.
Level 4 units (120 credits)
Communications in Organisations
Unit code: D/507/1581
Level 4 • 80 GLH / 20 CreditsLeadership and the Organisation
Unit code: H/507/1582
Level 4 • 80 GLH / 20 CreditsFinancial Awareness
Unit code: M/507/1584
Level 4 • 80 GLH / 20 CreditsManaging Change
Unit code: A/507/1586
Level 4 • 80 GLH / 20 CreditsBusiness Operations
Unit code: F/507/1587
Level 4 • 80 GLH / 20 CreditsDeveloping Teams
Unit code: J/507/1588
Level 4 • 80 GLH / 20 CreditsLevel 5 units (120 credits)
Responding to the Changing Business Environment
Unit code: R/507/1612
Level 5 • 80 GLH / 20 CreditsEffective Decision Making
Unit code: Y/507/1613
Level 5 • 80 GLH / 20 CreditsBusiness Development
Unit code: D/507/1614
Level 5 • 80 GLH / 20 CreditsBusiness Models and Growing Organisations
Unit code: H/507/1615
Level 5 • 80 GLH / 20 CreditsCustomer Management
Unit code: K/507/1616
Level 5 • 80 GLH / 20 CreditsRisk Management and Organisations
Unit code: T/507/1618
Level 5 • 80 GLH / 20 Credits03. Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Understand and apply the principles of leadership in a business environment.
- Review and apply the principles of business management within industry.
- Understand and apply the principles of management in a specific environment.
- Improve your employability by exploring how management theories are applied in the business world.
- Analyse problem-solving techniques specific to business and industry.
- Select, collate, review and analyse information from a wide range of sources.
- Use verbal and written communication skills effectively.
- Work independently and as part of a team.
- Manage your own personal development and growth.
04. Assessment
This course is 100% assignment-based, with no final exam hall. Qualifi provides a written assessment task for each unit, and you complete it using real organisational information or case studies.
Your assessor marks each assignment, our Internal Verifier checks the marking, and Qualifi UK externally moderates it before certification. To achieve the qualification you must meet every assessment criterion in all twelve units. The grade for each unit appears on your transcript.
05. Teaching
Tutors give a scheme of work at the start of each unit, with the structure, deadlines and assessment tasks. Sample approach:
- Initial workshop support sessions, then ongoing tutor support for each unit
- Independent and group research into each unit’s subject matter
- Case studies of real organisations from Pakistan and abroad
- Presentations, pitches and discussions with feedback from peers and tutors
- Online learning resources and tutor feedback on drafts
06. Mode of Study
| Full time | Attend classes on campus with a set weekly timetable. |
| Hybrid learning | A blend of on-campus classes and live online sessions. |
| Online learning | Study from home through live online classes and learning resources. |
| GLH / Credits | 960 GLH / 240 Credits in total, which is 80 GLH / 20 Credits for each of the 12 units |
| Total qualification time | 2,400 hours, including independent study and assessment work |
| Duration | Please contact the admission department for the current timetable |
| Locations | Lahore, Islamabad / Rawalpindi, Karachi and online |
07. Entry Requirement
The qualification is designed to be accessible without artificial barriers. GaBT, as an approved centre, reviews each applicant’s ability to complete the programme and meet its demands, and considers the support that can be given to meet individual learner needs.
- Applicants must be aged 18 or over.
- A Level 3 and/or Level 4 qualification, for example Intermediate (FA / FSc / ICS / I.Com) or A-Levels, and/or
- Work experience at a managerial level, with ambition and clear career goals, and/or
- A first degree in another discipline, if you want to build a career in business
- An initial assessment and interview with our admissions team.
- Two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is also available.
English language
Applicants whose first language is not English need IELTS 6 or equivalent.
International qualifications
Pakistani and other international qualifications are checked during the initial assessment to confirm they are suitable for entry.
08. Progression
On completion you can move straight on towards a UK degree:
09. Fee
| Tuition fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Registration fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Payment plan | Instalments available |
10. How to Apply
- Send your enquiry using the Apply button.
- Share your documents: CNIC or passport, academic certificates and a photo.
- Send your application items: see the list below.
- Initial assessment: we check your level and English.
- Receive your offer letter and fee plan. Please contact the admission department.
- Register and start: we register you with Qualifi UK and confirm your start date.
Application requirements
- Statement of Purpose (SOP): the SOP must be handwritten.
- Two reference letters.
- Audio or video self-interview: 30 seconds.
Ready to start your UK pathway?
Send your enquiry, then please contact the admission department for your offer letter and fee plan.
Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
A 120-credit UK-regulated postgraduate qualification that covers the coursework stage of a UK Master’s degree. Complete the dissertation at a UK university to finish your Master’s or MBA, without leaving Pakistan for the taught part.
Quick Facts
01. Course Overview
The Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership is a Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education), accredited by Qualifi UK and regulated by Ofqual.
It has been created to develop and reward the business managers of today and the future, and to continue to bring recognition and professionalism to the management sectors.
The programme requires you to critically evaluate, challenge and synthesise a wide range of current management tools, techniques and models. The emphasis is on concepts and models that are relevant to the 21st century business environment, and it goes beyond the normal examination of Anglo-American management models.
| Qualification title | Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership |
| Qualification type | Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education) |
| Qualification number (RQF) | 601/5335/0 |
| Accreditation status | Accredited |
| GLH / Credits | 480 GLH / 120 Credits (8 units × 15 credits) |
| Total qualification time (TQT) | 1,200 hours |
| Grading | Pass / Merit / Distinction |
| Structure | 6 mandatory units + 2 optional units chosen from 4 |
| Progression route | Dissertation to complete a Master’s degree at a UK university |
| Availability | UK and international |
02. Content
You complete eight units: the six mandatory units, plus two optional units chosen from the four available. Each unit is worth 15 credits, and the full qualification is 480 guided learning hours (GLH) and 120 credits.
Mandatory units (6)
Manage Team Performance to Support Strategy
15 CreditsInformation Management and Strategic Decision Taking
15 CreditsLeading a Strategic Management Project
15 CreditsStrategic Direction
15 CreditsStrategic Planning
15 CreditsDevelopment as a Strategic Manager
15 CreditsOptional units (choose two of four)
Finance for Managers
15 CreditsStrategic Marketing
15 CreditsOrganisational Change Strategies
15 CreditsHuman Resource Planning
15 Credits03. Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Understand and apply the principles of strategic leadership in a business environment.
- Review and apply the principles of business management within industry.
- Understand and apply the principles of strategic management in a specific environment.
- Improve your employability by exploring the relationship between management theories and their practical application in the business world.
- Analyse problem-solving techniques specific to business and industry.
- Select, collate, review and analyse information from a wide range of sources.
- Work independently and as part of a team.
- Manage your own personal development and growth.
04. Assessment
This course is 100% assignment-based, with no final exam hall. You complete written assignments, case studies, reports and a strategic management project for the units.
Your assessor marks each assignment, our Internal Verifier checks the marking, and Qualifi UK externally quality assures it before certification. To achieve the qualification you must meet the assessment criteria in every unit you take. Units are graded Pass, Merit or Distinction.
05. Teaching
Tutors give a scheme of work at the start of each unit, with the structure, deadlines and assessment tasks. Sample approach:
- Initial workshop support sessions, then ongoing tutor support for each unit
- Seminars and critical discussion of current management tools, techniques and models
- Case studies of Pakistani and international organisations
- Independent and group research, presentations and tutor feedback on drafts
- Online learning resources and guidance for your strategic management project
06. Mode of Study
| Full time | Attend classes on campus with a set weekly timetable. |
| Hybrid learning | A blend of on-campus classes and live online sessions. |
| Online learning | Study from home through live online classes and learning resources. |
| GLH / Credits | 480 GLH / 120 Credits in total, which is 15 Credits for each of the 8 units |
| Total qualification time | 1,200 hours, including independent study and assessment work |
| Duration | Please contact the admission department for the current timetable |
| Locations | Lahore, Islamabad / Rawalpindi, Karachi and online |
07. Entry Requirement
The qualification is designed to be accessible without artificial barriers. GaBT, as an approved centre, reviews each applicant’s ability to complete the programme and meet its demands, and considers the support that can be given to meet individual learner needs.
- Applicants must be aged 18 or over.
- A Level 6 qualification, or
- A first degree, for example a 4-year BS (Hons), Master’s or LLB
- An initial assessment and interview with our admissions team.
- Two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.
Applicants with considerable management experience but no first degree may be considered after interview. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is also available.
English language
Applicants whose first language is not English need IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
International qualifications
Pakistani and other international qualifications are checked during the initial assessment to confirm they are suitable for entry.
08. Progression
On completion you can move on towards a UK Master’s degree:
09. Fee
| Tuition fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Registration fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Payment plan | Instalments available |
10. How to Apply
- Send your enquiry using the Apply button.
- Share your documents: CNIC or passport, academic certificates and a photo.
- Send your application items: see the list below.
- Initial assessment: we check your level and English.
- Receive your offer letter and fee plan. Please contact the admission department.
- Register and start: we register you with Qualifi UK and confirm your start date.
Application requirements
- Statement of Purpose (SOP): the SOP must be handwritten.
- Two reference letters.
- Audio or video self-interview: 30 seconds.
Ready to start your UK pathway?
Send your enquiry, then please contact the admission department for your offer letter and fee plan.
Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Project Management
A 120-credit UK-regulated postgraduate qualification that builds the knowledge and leadership skills needed for senior project management roles. It leads to a UK Master’s degree top-up, without leaving Pakistan for the taught part.
Quick Facts
01. Course Overview
The Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Project Management is a Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education), accredited by Qualifi UK and regulated by Ofqual.
Its aim is to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills you need to deal with the complexities of leadership and strategic management in a business context, and to lead change in organisations.
The qualification gives you the chance to:
- Apply theoretical understanding of management to complex and current business issues, to improve business practice
- Reflect critically on your leadership skills and prepare for senior project management roles in your organisation
- Develop a lifelong learning attitude to education and training
- Gain a critical insight into contemporary research and leading-edge practice in project management
- Build autonomy in your learning and the ability to plan and carry out consultancy projects in a group
- Show self-direction, initiative and autonomy in research and scholarship in your chosen field of management
| Qualification title | Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Project Management |
| Qualification type | Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education) |
| Qualification number (RQF) | 610/1342/0 |
| Accreditation status | Accredited |
| GLH / Credits | 600 GLH / 120 Credits |
| Total qualification time (TQT) | 1,200 hours |
| Grading | Pass / Fail |
| Progression routes | Qualifi Level 8 Diploma, a Master’s degree at university, or employment in an associated profession |
| Availability | UK and international |
02. Content
The qualification is made up of the units below, which together total 120 credits and 600 guided learning hours (GLH).
Project management core
Principles of Project Management
Project Management
Planning, Controlling and Leading a Project
Managing Risk, Uncertainty and Complexity in Projects
Innovation in Project Management
Research Methods for Project Management
Operations, supply chain and finance
Procurement Risk and Contract Management
Project and Logistics Management
Operations and Information Management for Project Managers
Operations and Global Supply Chain Management
Finance for Project Managers
Leadership
Leadership and Professional Development
03. Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Understand and apply the principles of project management in a business environment.
- Review and apply the principles of project management within industry.
- Understand and apply the principles of project management in a specific environment.
- Improve your employability by exploring the relationship between theories and their practical application in the business world.
- Analyse problem-solving techniques specific to business and industry.
- Select, collate, review and analyse information from a wide range of sources.
- Work independently and as part of a team.
- Manage your own personal development and growth.
04. Assessment
This course is 100% assignment-based, with no final exam hall. You complete coursework, assignments, case studies and project work for each unit.
Your assessor marks each assignment, our Internal Verifier checks the marking, and Qualifi UK externally quality assures it before certification. The qualification is graded Pass or Fail, and you must meet the assessment criteria in every unit to pass.
05. Teaching
Tutors give a scheme of work at the start of each unit, with the structure, deadlines and assessment tasks. Sample approach:
- Seminars and critical discussion of current project management tools, techniques and practice
- Case studies of Pakistani and international projects, including risk, procurement and supply chain issues
- Group consultancy-style project work and presentations
- Research methods workshops and tutor feedback on drafts
- Online learning resources and one-to-one tutor support
06. Mode of Study
| Full time | Attend classes on campus with a set weekly timetable. |
| Hybrid learning | A blend of on-campus classes and live online sessions. |
| Online learning | Study from home through live online classes and learning resources. |
| GLH / Credits | 600 GLH / 120 Credits in total |
| Total qualification time | 1,200 hours, including independent study and assessment work |
| Duration | Please contact the admission department for the current timetable |
| Locations | Lahore, Islamabad / Rawalpindi, Karachi and online |
07. Entry Requirement
The qualification is designed to be accessible without artificial barriers. GaBT, as an approved centre, reviews each applicant’s ability to complete the programme and meet its demands, and considers the support that can be given to meet individual learner needs.
- Applicants must be aged 19 or over.
- A Level 6 qualification, or
- A first degree, for example a 4-year BS, B.E. or Master’s
- An initial assessment and interview with our admissions team.
- Two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.
English language
Applicants whose first language is not English need IELTS 6 or equivalent.
International qualifications
Pakistani and other international qualifications are checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes during the initial assessment.
08. Progression
On completion you can move on towards a UK Master’s degree:
09. Fee
| Tuition fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Registration fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Payment plan | Instalments available |
10. How to Apply
- Send your enquiry using the Apply button.
- Share your documents: CNIC or passport, academic certificates and a photo.
- Send your application items: see the list below.
- Initial assessment: we check your level and English.
- Receive your offer letter and fee plan. Please contact the admission department.
- Register and start: we register you with Qualifi UK and confirm your start date.
Application requirements
- Statement of Purpose (SOP): the SOP must be handwritten.
- Two reference letters.
- Audio or video self-interview: 30 seconds.
Ready to start your UK pathway?
Send your enquiry, then please contact the admission department for your offer letter and fee plan.
Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Marketing
A 120-credit UK-regulated postgraduate qualification in marketing, branding, consumer behaviour and digital communication. It leads to a UK Master’s degree top-up, without leaving Pakistan for the taught part.
Quick Facts
01. Course Overview
The Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Marketing is a Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education), accredited by Qualifi UK and regulated by Ofqual.
Its aim is to give you the skills and understanding in marketing and branding that support good strategic decision making and help an organisation keep its competitive advantage.
You learn through an integrated approach that combines theory in marketing, branding, consumer behaviour and digital communication management with practice using real-time activities. It develops your strategic marketing management, consumer behaviour and branding skills, and your ability to focus on what it takes to put an organisation’s strategy into action.
| Qualification title | Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Marketing |
| Qualification type | Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education) |
| Qualification number (RQF) | 610/2615/3 |
| Accreditation status | Accredited |
| GLH / Credits | 120 Credits (6 units × 20 credits). Guided learning hours (GLH) are set out in the Qualifi centre specification. |
| Total qualification time (TQT) | 1,200 hours |
| Structure | 6 mandatory units |
| Progression routes | Qualifi Level 8 Diploma, a Master’s degree at university, or employment in an associated profession |
| Availability | UK and international |
02. Content
You complete six mandatory units. Each unit is worth 20 credits, which makes 120 credits in total.
Contemporary Issues and Principles of Marketing
20 CreditsConsumer Behaviour and Market Communications
20 CreditsDigital and Social Media Marketing
20 CreditsContemporary Challenges and Strategic Marketing
20 CreditsStrategic Brand Management
20 CreditsMarketing Research Project
20 Credits03. Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Gain a sound and coherent foundation in strategic marketing, so you can define and carry out practical strategic marketing interventions used in professional practice.
- Apply analytical and problem-solving skills in marketing management, and critically evaluate frameworks of strategic marketing, consumer behaviour, brand management, digital marketing, market research, and design and innovation.
- Show an understanding of the practical value of these frameworks in a range of strategic business situations.
- Create frameworks for understanding and analysing strategic marketing processes in different types of organisation and changing marketing environments.
- Develop practical research and analytical skills for market-driven strategy, especially in forming value propositions in provider and customer relationships.
- Review, modify and apply transferable strategic marketing, branding, consumer behaviour and digital marketing skills to product and market development.
- Critically assess market data and information from a variety of organisations and use it for strategic marketing decisions.
- Evaluate creative approaches to product and service design and innovation that can add to organisational wealth and solve organisational problems.
- Show personal development and learning skills that apply to marketing practice.
04. Assessment
This course is 100% assignment-based, with no final exam hall. You complete written assignments, case studies, reports and a marketing research project.
Your assessor marks each assignment, our Internal Verifier checks the marking, and Qualifi UK externally quality assures it before certification. To achieve the qualification you must meet the assessment criteria in every unit.
05. Teaching
Tutors give a scheme of work at the start of each unit, with the structure, deadlines and assessment tasks. Sample approach:
- Seminars and critical discussion of current marketing, branding and consumer behaviour theory
- Case studies of Pakistani and international brands and organisations
- Real-time activities in digital and social media marketing
- Research methods workshops and support for your marketing research project
- Online learning resources and tutor feedback on drafts
06. Mode of Study
| Full time | Attend classes on campus with a set weekly timetable. |
| Hybrid learning | A blend of on-campus classes and live online sessions. |
| Online learning | Study from home through live online classes and learning resources. |
| GLH / Credits | 120 Credits in total (6 units × 20 credits). GLH as set out in the Qualifi centre specification. |
| Total qualification time | 1,200 hours, including independent study and assessment work |
| Duration | Please contact the admission department for the current timetable |
| Locations | Lahore, Islamabad / Rawalpindi, Karachi and online |
07. Entry Requirement
The qualification is designed to be accessible without artificial barriers. GaBT, as an approved centre, reviews each applicant’s ability to complete the programme and meet its demands, and considers the support that can be given to meet individual learner needs.
- Applicants must be aged 21 or over.
- A Level 6 qualification, or
- A first degree, for example a 4-year BS, BBA or MBA
- An initial assessment and interview with our admissions team.
- Two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.
English language
Applicants whose first language is not English need IELTS 6 or equivalent.
International qualifications
Pakistani and other international qualifications are checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes during the initial assessment.
08. Progression
On completion you can move on towards a UK Master’s degree:
09. Fee
| Tuition fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Registration fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Payment plan | Instalments available |
10. How to Apply
- Send your enquiry using the Apply button.
- Share your documents: CNIC or passport, academic certificates and a photo.
- Send your application items: see the list below.
- Initial assessment: we check your level and English.
- Receive your offer letter and fee plan. Please contact the admission department.
- Register and start: we register you with Qualifi UK and confirm your start date.
Application requirements
- Statement of Purpose (SOP): the SOP must be handwritten.
- Two reference letters.
- Audio or video self-interview: 30 seconds.
Ready to start your UK pathway?
Send your enquiry, then please contact the admission department for your offer letter and fee plan.
Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Risk Management
A 120-credit UK-regulated postgraduate qualification that builds the skills to identify, model and manage risk in organisations. It leads to a UK Master’s degree top-up, without leaving Pakistan for the taught part.
Quick Facts
01. Course Overview
The Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Risk Management is a Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education), accredited by Qualifi UK and regulated by Ofqual.
It equips you with the skills and knowledge to manage risk effectively in organisations. You study ISO standard “harmonisation” programmes, organisational strategy and risk plans, contemporary issues in CSR risk management systems, and the risk financing options available to an organisation.
You also learn to evaluate tools that assess an organisation’s position in its market, prepare a risk management plan to reduce potential risks, apply mathematical models such as VaR, CVaR and EVaR, and design a research proposal on a risk management topic of your choice.
The qualification gives you the chance to:
- Assess the focal points of ISO standard harmonisation programmes
- Evaluate the tools used to review organisational strategy and risk plans
- Explain how leadership and management styles should change to meet different risk situations
- Evaluate the risk financing options available to an organisation
- Assess the Standardised approach for credit risk under Basel III recommendations
- Develop and design a research proposal on a risk management topic
| Qualification title | Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Risk Management |
| Qualification type | Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education) |
| Qualification number (RQF) | 610/2175/1 |
| Accreditation status | Accredited |
| GLH / Credits | 600 GLH / 120 Credits (6 units × 100 GLH / 20 Credits) |
| Total qualification time (TQT) | 1,200 hours (6 units × 200 hours) |
| Grading | Pass / Fail |
| Structure | 6 mandatory units |
| Progression routes | Qualifi Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management, a Master’s degree at university, or employment in an associated profession |
| Availability | UK and international |
02. Content
You complete six mandatory units. Every unit is worth 20 credits, 100 guided learning hours and 200 hours of total qualification time.
Principles of Risk Management
Unit code: L/650/5656
100 GLH / 20 CreditsStrategic Risk Management
Unit code: M/650/5657
100 GLH / 20 CreditsResponsible Leadership and Governance
Unit code: R/650/5658
100 GLH / 20 CreditsOrganisational and Environmental Risk
Unit code: T/650/5659
100 GLH / 20 CreditsRisk Analysis and Modelling
Unit code: D/650/5660
100 GLH / 20 CreditsAdvanced Research Methods in Risk Management
Unit code: F/650/5661
100 GLH / 20 CreditsWhat each unit covers
- Principles of Risk Management: legislative frameworks that shape risk assessment, the three-stage risk management process, and the ISO standards (such as ISO 31000) that guide risk management.
- Strategic Risk Management: types of strategy risk, reviewing strategy and risk plans, ethics and CSR in risk systems, and business continuity planning.
- Responsible Leadership and Governance: ethical and diversity challenges, leadership styles for different risk situations, and corporate governance principles and board roles.
- Organisational and Environmental Risk: the effect of risk on organisations, risk management functions, preparing a risk management plan with environmental screening, and risk financing.
- Risk Analysis and Modelling: operational risk and Basel II / III, the Black–Scholes model, Knightian uncertainty and black swan events, and VaR, CVaR and EVaR.
- Advanced Research Methods in Risk Management: appraising research problems, critical literature review, designing a methodology and developing a research proposal.
03. Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Understand the principles and formation of agreements.
- Understand the aims and general principles of risk management.
- Understand the sources of risk management.
- Understand what strategy risk is and the different types of strategy risk.
- Understand the significance of corporate governance in organisations.
- Understand how to construct research methods in the context of risk management.
04. Assessment
This course is 100% assignment-based, with no final exam hall. Qualifi provides a written assessment task for each unit, and you complete it using real organisational information or case studies.
Your assessor marks each assignment, our Internal Verifier checks the marking, and Qualifi UK externally moderates it before certification. To achieve the qualification you must meet every assessment criterion in every unit. The qualification is graded Pass or Fail.
05. Teaching
Tutors give a scheme of work at the start of each unit, with the structure, deadlines and assessment tasks. Sample approach:
- Seminars and critical discussion of risk frameworks, ISO standards and governance practice
- Case studies of Pakistani and international organisations, including crisis and business continuity cases
- Worked examples of risk models such as VaR, CVaR and Black–Scholes
- Research methods workshops and tutor feedback on your research proposal drafts
- Online learning resources and one-to-one tutor support
06. Mode of Study
| Full time | Attend classes on campus with a set weekly timetable. |
| Hybrid learning | A blend of on-campus classes and live online sessions. |
| Online learning | Study from home through live online classes and learning resources. |
| GLH / Credits | 600 GLH / 120 Credits in total, which is 100 GLH / 20 Credits for each of the 6 units |
| Total qualification time | 1,200 hours, including independent study and assessment work |
| Duration | Please contact the admission department for the current timetable |
| Locations | Lahore, Islamabad / Rawalpindi, Karachi and online |
07. Entry Requirement
The qualification is designed to be accessible without artificial barriers. GaBT, as an approved centre, reviews each applicant’s ability to complete the programme and meet its demands, and considers the support that can be given to meet individual learner needs.
- Applicants must be aged 19 or over.
- A first degree or an equivalent professional qualification, for example a 4-year BS, ACCA, CA or Master’s
- An initial assessment and interview with our admissions team.
- Two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is also available.
English language
Applicants whose first language is not English need IELTS 6 or equivalent.
International qualifications
Pakistani and other international qualifications are checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes during the initial assessment.
08. Progression
On completion you can move on towards a UK Master’s degree:
09. Fee
| Tuition fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Registration fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Payment plan | Instalments available |
10. How to Apply
- Send your enquiry using the Apply button.
- Share your documents: CNIC or passport, academic certificates and a photo.
- Send your application items: see the list below.
- Initial assessment: we check your level and English.
- Receive your offer letter and fee plan. Please contact the admission department.
- Register and start: we register you with Qualifi UK and confirm your start date.
Application requirements
- Statement of Purpose (SOP): the SOP must be handwritten.
- Two reference letters.
- Audio or video self-interview: 30 seconds.
Ready to start your UK pathway?
Send your enquiry, then please contact the admission department for your offer letter and fee plan.
Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Human Resource Management
A 120-credit UK-regulated postgraduate qualification for senior and middle managers. It covers the coursework stage of a UK Master’s degree in HR, and a dissertation at a UK university completes the Master’s.
Quick Facts
01. Course Overview
The Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Human Resource Management is a Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education), accredited by Qualifi UK and regulated by Ofqual.
It is designed to meet the needs of senior and middle managers who run their businesses or want to progress within their organisations. Managers need to spot issues, analyse likely outcomes and decide how to respond. They do not need to be experts in every area of business, but they should know which specialist services exist and how those services can help.
The programme covers contemporary 21st-century business issues and recent management research.
The qualification gives you the chance to:
- Apply theoretical understanding of management to complex, current business issues, to improve business practice
- Reflect critically on your leadership skills and prepare for senior HR roles
- Develop a lifelong learning attitude to education and training
- Gain critical insight into contemporary research and leading-edge HR practice
- Develop learning autonomy and plan and carry out consultancy projects in a group
- Show self-direction, initiative and autonomy in research in your chosen field of management
| Qualification title | Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Human Resource Management |
| Qualification type | Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education) |
| Qualification number (RQF) | 603/0722/5 |
| Accreditation status | Accredited |
| GLH / Credits | 440 GLH / 120 Credits |
| Total qualification time (TQT) | 1,200 hours |
| Structure | 6 mandatory units (one 10-credit, four 20-credit and one 30-credit unit) |
| Progression route | A dissertation at a UK university completes a Master’s degree |
| Availability | UK and international |
02. Content
You complete six mandatory units, which add up to 120 credits, 1,200 hours of total qualification time and 440 guided learning hours.
HRM701: Contemporary Human Resource Management
Unit code: Y/615/3304
80 GLH / 20 CreditsHRM702: Leading, Managing and Human Resource Development
Unit code: H/615/3305
80 GLH / 20 CreditsHRM703: Resourcing, Talent Management and Development
Unit code: K/615/3307
80 GLH / 30 CreditsHRM704: Performance Management
Unit code: M/615/3308
80 GLH / 20 CreditsHRM705: Employee Relations
Unit code: T/615/3309
40 GLH / 10 CreditsHRM706: Investigating a Business Issue from a Human Resource Perspective
Unit code: K/615/3310
80 GLH / 20 CreditsWhat each unit covers
- Contemporary HRM: internal and external forces on organisations, globalisation, technology and employment law, and the HR role in strategic planning.
- Leading, Managing and HR Development: leadership in high-performing organisations, HR strategy, ethical approaches to HR, and leading organisational change.
- Resourcing, Talent Management and Development: employment markets, resourcing and succession planning, and designing and evaluating talent development strategies.
- Performance Management: links between HR practice and performance, performance standards and barriers, and integrating performance management systems.
- Employee Relations: theory and law in employee relations, trade unionism, and handling conflict and risk legally and ethically.
- Investigating a Business Issue from an HR Perspective: an independent research project that ends in a persuasive business report with recommendations and an implementation plan.
03. Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Understand and apply the principles of human resource management in a business environment.
- Review and apply the principles of human resource management within industry.
- Understand and apply the principles of human resource management in a specific environment.
- Improve your employability by exploring the relationship between theory and its practical application in the business world.
- Analyse problem-solving techniques specific to business and industry.
- Select, collate, review and analyse information from a wide range of sources.
- Work independently and as part of a team.
- Manage your own personal development and growth.
04. Assessment
This course is 100% assignment-based, with no final exam hall. Assignments are realistic, work-related tasks that test knowledge, understanding, original thought, problem solving and recommendations for action, at postgraduate level. You draw on real organisations and case studies, and you can use your own work experience if you are a working professional.
Your assessor marks each assignment, our Internal Verifier checks the marking, and Qualifi UK externally moderates it before certification. You must pass every unit to receive the Diploma. A Distinction may be awarded where your overall average mark across all units is 70% or above, at Qualifi’s discretion.
05. Teaching
Tutors give a scheme of work at the start of each unit, with the structure, deadlines and assessment tasks. Sample approach:
- Seminars and critical discussion of HR theory, strategy and employment law
- Case studies of Pakistani and international organisations
- Group consultancy-style projects and presentations
- Research methods support and tutor feedback on drafts for your business issue report
- Online learning resources and one-to-one tutor support
06. Mode of Study
| Full time | Attend classes on campus with a set weekly timetable. |
| Hybrid learning | A blend of on-campus classes and live online sessions. |
| Online learning | Study from home through live online classes and learning resources. |
| GLH / Credits | 440 GLH / 120 Credits in total across 6 units |
| Total qualification time | 1,200 hours, including independent study and assessment work |
| Duration | Please contact the admission department for the current timetable |
| Locations | Lahore, Islamabad / Rawalpindi, Karachi and online |
07. Entry Requirement
GaBT, as an approved centre, reviews each applicant’s ability to complete the programme and meet its demands, and considers the support that can be given to meet individual learner needs.
- A Level 6 qualification, or a first degree, for example a 4-year BS or Master’s
- An initial assessment and interview with our admissions team.
- Two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.
Managers with considerable experience but no formal qualifications may be considered after interview, if they can show they can cope with the programme. This typically means at least 5 years in an HR management role. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is also available.
English language
Applicants whose first language is not English need IELTS 6 or equivalent.
International qualifications
Pakistani and other international qualifications are checked for appropriate matriculation to UK higher education postgraduate programmes during the initial assessment.
08. Progression
On completion you can move on towards a UK Master’s degree:
09. Fee
| Tuition fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Registration fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Payment plan | Instalments available |
10. How to Apply
- Send your enquiry using the Apply button.
- Share your documents: CNIC or passport, academic certificates and a photo.
- Send your application items: see the list below.
- Initial assessment: we check your level and English.
- Receive your offer letter and fee plan. Please contact the admission department.
- Register and start: we register you with Qualifi UK and confirm your start date.
Application requirements
- Statement of Purpose (SOP): the SOP must be handwritten.
- Two reference letters.
- Audio or video self-interview: 30 seconds.
Ready to start your UK pathway?
Send your enquiry, then please contact the admission department for your offer letter and fee plan.
Qualifi Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership
A 160-credit UK-regulated qualification at the highest RQF level, for executive directors, senior managers and aspiring directors. It builds the skills to develop and carry out strategy in growing, cross-border organisations, and leads towards a DBA, MPhil or PhD research proposal at a university partner.
Quick Facts
01. Course Overview
The Qualifi Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership is a Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education), accredited by Qualifi UK and regulated by Ofqual.
It is designed for developing and carrying out effective strategies in ambitious, growing organisations. It suits executive directors, senior managers and aspiring directors who can turn organisational strategy into corporate performance, with a focus on growth and competitiveness at every level.
The qualification gives you the chance to:
- Apply analytical and evaluative techniques to business in the private and public sectors
- Strengthen your analytical and evaluative skills across a number of industries
- Recognise and reflect on your own learning and development, and build transferable skills
- Become an independent, self-directed learner with strong analytical and intellectual skills
| Qualification title | Qualifi Level 8 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership |
| Qualification type | Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education) |
| Qualification number (RQF) | 601/5362/3 |
| Accreditation status | Accredited |
| GLH / Credits | 640 GLH / 160 Credits (8 units × 80 GLH / 20 Credits) |
| Total qualification time (TQT) | 1,600 hours (8 units × 200 hours) |
| Grading | Pass / Fail |
| Structure | 8 mandatory units |
| Progression routes | Research proposal for a DBA, MPhil or PhD at a university partner, or employment in an associated profession |
| Availability | UK and international |
02. Content
You complete eight mandatory units. Every unit is worth 20 credits, 80 guided learning hours and 200 hours of total qualification time.
Leadership Qualities and Practice
Unit code: A/506/9126 • Level 8
80 GLH / 20 CreditsPersonal Leadership Development as a Strategic Manager
Unit code: F/506/9127 • Level 8
80 GLH / 20 CreditsStrategy Development in Cross Border and Global Organisations
Unit code: F/506/9130 • Level 8
80 GLH / 20 CreditsStrategic Planning in Cross Border and Global Organisations
Unit code: L/506/9132 • Level 8
80 GLH / 20 CreditsStrategic Direction in Cross Border and Global Organisations
Unit code: R/506/9133 • Level 8
80 GLH / 20 CreditsStrategic Communication
Unit code: L/506/9129 • Level 8
80 GLH / 20 CreditsCulture and its Impact on Strategy
Unit code: J/506/9128 • Level 8
80 GLH / 20 CreditsResearch Methods
Unit code: Y/506/9134 • Level 7
80 GLH / 20 CreditsWhat each unit covers
- Leadership Qualities and Practice: leadership and management at the strategic level, leadership styles, and how to evaluate and improve team performance against strategic objectives.
- Personal Leadership Development as a Strategic Manager: the skills directors and senior managers need to lead international strategic activity with partners, suppliers, customers and competitors.
- Strategy Development in Cross Border and Global Organisations: strategy for organisations working across political, cultural and social divides.
- Strategic Planning in Cross Border and Global Organisations: the influences on strategy formulation and risk management, including culture, stakeholders and planning methods.
- Strategic Direction in Cross Border and Global Organisations: turning policy into strategy, strategic alliances, governance and forecasting success.
- Strategic Communication: the impact of media on international organisations, public relations, and ethics in communication and decision making.
- Culture and its Impact on Strategy: how culture and cultural distance affect strategy in organisations that operate internationally.
- Research Methods: academic practice and research approaches, to prepare you for research-level study.
03. Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Understand and apply the principles of strategic leadership in a business environment.
- Review and apply the principles of business management within industry.
- Understand and apply the principles of strategic management in a specific environment.
- Improve your employability by exploring the relationship between management theory and practice.
- Analyse problem-solving techniques specific to business and industry.
- Select, collate, review and analyse information from a wide range of sources.
- Work independently and as part of a team.
- Manage your own personal development and growth.
04. Assessment
This course is 100% assignment-based, with no final exam hall. Qualifi provides a written assessment task for each unit, and you complete it using real organisational information or case studies. Some tasks include a practical element observed by an assessor.
Your assessor marks each assignment, our Internal Verifier checks the marking, and Qualifi UK externally moderates it before certification. To achieve the qualification you must meet every learning outcome and assessment criterion in all eight units. The qualification is graded Pass or Fail.
05. Teaching
Tutors give a scheme of work at the start of each unit, with the structure, deadlines and assessment tasks. Sample approach:
- Executive-style seminars and critical discussion of strategy and leadership theory
- Case studies of Pakistani and international organisations, including cross-border alliances
- Workplace research linked to your own organisation, where possible
- Research methods support and tutor feedback on drafts
- Online learning resources and one-to-one tutor support
06. Mode of Study
| Full time | Attend classes on campus with a set weekly timetable. |
| Hybrid learning | A blend of on-campus classes and live online sessions. |
| Online learning | Study from home through live online classes and learning resources. |
| GLH / Credits | 640 GLH / 160 Credits in total, which is 80 GLH / 20 Credits for each of the 8 units |
| Total qualification time | 1,600 hours, including independent study and assessment work |
| Duration | Please contact the admission department for the current timetable |
| Locations | Lahore, Islamabad / Rawalpindi, Karachi and online |
07. Entry Requirement
GaBT, as an approved centre, reviews each applicant’s ability to complete the programme and meet its demands, and considers the support that can be given to meet individual learner needs.
- Applicants must be aged 19 or over.
- A postgraduate Level 7 qualification (for example the Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership) or a Master’s degree, for example MS, MPhil or MBA
- An initial assessment and interview with our admissions team.
- Two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is also available.
English language
Applicants whose first language is not English need IELTS 6 or equivalent.
International qualifications
Pakistani and other international qualifications are checked for appropriate matriculation to UK higher education postgraduate programmes during the initial assessment.
08. Progression
On completion you can move on towards doctoral-level research:
09. Fee
| Tuition fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Registration fee | Please contact the admission department |
| Payment plan | Instalments available |
10. How to Apply
- Send your enquiry using the Apply button.
- Share your documents: CNIC or passport, academic certificates and a photo.
- Send your application items: see the list below.
- Initial assessment: we check your level and English.
- Receive your offer letter and fee plan. Please contact the admission department.
- Register and start: we register you with Qualifi UK and confirm your start date.
Application requirements
- Statement of Purpose (SOP): the SOP must be handwritten.
- Two reference letters.
- Audio or video self-interview: 30 seconds.
Ready to start your UK pathway?
Send your enquiry, then please contact the admission department for your offer letter and fee plan.
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