ABE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
Empowering futures through business, entrepreneurialism, and leadership education
The ABE Global success story
ABE Global is an internationally recognised awarding organisation. We have been shaping business education since we were founded in 1973. We provide regulated qualifications, academic progression pathways, and quality assurance services and more for education providers worldwide.
As a not-for-profit organisation, we reinvest in creating qualifications that equip learners and the institutions that support them with the skills to thrive.
We also produce leading-edge research and policy recommendations which support the communities we serve by helping to shape and strengthen education systems and create the best conditions for businesses to flourish.
ABE is regulated in the United Kingdom by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) and it is recognised by similar regulatory authorities in many other countries.
In 2023, ABE became an independent subsidiary of The Institute of Leadership (IoL), a UK charity dedicated to unlocking leadership potential. This partnership enhances our offer by providing ABE learners with complimentary IoL membership, opening doors to valuable professional development and post-nominal recognition (MIoL).
ABE qualifications: core business portfolio
We are proud to say that ABE qualifications develop the most dynamic and up-to-date skill set on the market. ABE offers Ofqual-regulated programmes in Business Management, Human Resources, Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Marketing up to Level 6 (Bachelors degree level).
Our qualifications are suitable for school leavers, working professionals, senior managers, aspiring entrepreneurs and those seeking progression to higher academic levels.
Whatever market you serve, our qualifications will help your learners achieve their ambitions.
Affordability & value:
We’re not-for-profit organisation - we focus on keep costs affordable and quality high.
Our flexible pay-as-you-go model allows learners to manage costs and gives centres control over delivery schedules making ABE an ideal fit for a wide range of educational settings. Common units across ABE qualifications allow for cost-effective delivery whilst enabling centres to offer learners the choice of a specialism.
For full details of our qualification portfolio and all the great reasons why people choose ABE use the QR code to go to our prospectus or click here
Why offer ABE business qualifications
Attract more students with robust and highly marketable qualifications in popular business disciplines developed by the sector specialists
Offer internationally respected credentials – Ofqual-regulated qualifications recognised by employers and institutions worldwide.
Deliver in-demand business skills – Our curriculum is designed by sector experts to meet current and future market needs
Provide clear progression pathways – Fast-track to university degrees or direct entry into postgraduate study, including an exclusive top-up with the University of Hertfordshire.
Enjoy market-leading tuition support – Lesson plans, study manuals, sample assessments, and more.
Benefit from marketing support - ABE supports centres by driving consumer demand and publicising accredited centres on its website
We’re hassle-free, credible and respected - ABE marks all assessments in the UK and hard copy certificates are dispatched automatically.
Simple steps to a degree with ABE
ABE qualifications are designed to provide a cost-effective, highquality pathway to higher education. Our diplomas align with UK academic levels, offering credit-bearing progression toward university degrees.
In addition, through our partnership with the University of Hertfordshire (UH), graduates can fast-track into the final year of a BA (Hons) Business Administration delivered online at a highly competitive rate - exclusive to ABE Centres also benefit from commission opportunities on UH enrolments.
There are many other progression options open to ABE qualification holders, and the more levels they do, the more money they are likely to save!
ABE Level 3 Diploma 120 credits
This is the same level as an A level
ABE Level 4 Diploma 120 credits
This is the same level as year one of a Bachelors degree
ABE Level 5 Diploma 120 credits
This is the same level as year two of a Bachelors degree
ABE Level 6 Diploma 120 credits
This is the same level as the final year of a Bachelors degree
Begin a Bachelors degree
Go on to a BA (Hons) business degree START YEAR TWO
BA (Hons) Business degree FINAL YEAR
BA (Hons) Business degree top-up
FINAL YEAR or start an MBA
ABE Qualifications Framework
Business Management & Professional Streams
ABE Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Business Management (60 credits) Comprised of six mandatory units.
Business Organisations (10 credits)
Business Finance and Financial Reporting (10 credits)
Business Management and Control (10 credits)
Principles of Leadership (10 credits)
Principles of Entrepreneurship and Enterprise (10 credits)
Developing Leadership Capability (10 credits)
ABE Level 3 Diploma in Business Management (120 credits) Comprised of twelve mandatory units: the six Foundation Diploma units, PLUS the following six units
Marketing Essentials (10 credits)
Innovation in Business (10 credits)
Introduction to Project Management (10 credits)
Building Stakeholder Relationships (10 credits)
Operations Management and Information Technology (IT) in Business (10 credits)
Leading and Supporting Others to Deliver Results (10 credits)
ABE Level 4 Foundation Diploma in Business Management (60 credits) Comprised of four mandatory units
Dynamic Business Environments (15 credits)
Enterprising Organisations (15 credits)
Employability and Self-development (15 credits)
Finance for Managers (15 credits)
Level 5 Executive Leadership qualifications
Whether your learners are emerging leaders or senior professionals shaping strategic direction, ABE’s Executive Leadership qualifications build the confidence, clarity, and impact needed to lead effectively in today’s fast-paced environment.
ABE qualifications: Level 5 Executive Leadership suite
Developed in partnership with The Institute of Leadership, these Ofqualregulated Level 5 qualifications combine academic rigour with workplace relevance ideal for talent development and upskilling. Designed for today’s dynamic, inclusive workplaces, our Executive Leadership qualifications help professionals build confidence, clarity, and impact as leaders.
Why deliver ABE leadership qualifications:
To provide in-demand core skills that develop better leaders
To provide qualifications that have been developed with the sector leaders
Convenient for learners, easy for training providers:
To offer membership benefits and value
Career-relevant: Practical, assignment-based assessments that learners apply directly to their organisation and personal skill set.
Flexible delivery: Common units across qualifications for cost-effective, modular training
On-demand assessments: Assignment briefs are available throughout the year and assessments operate on a monthly eight-week rolling cycle from submission to result.
Hassle-free assessments: Assessments are marked by ABE, and hard copy certificates are automatically dispatched, so training providers can focus on training and not admin!
The ABE Executive Leadership qualifications have been developed for:
Experienced leaders seeking formal recognition of their leadership competencies
Senior professionals responsible for organisational change or growth
Those on a pathway to executive or transformational leadership roles
Level 5 Executive Leadership suite: added value
When you’re with ABE, you’re with an organisation committed to quality and value. Here are some of the added value linked to ABE’s Executive Leadership suite:
Tutor support: Each unit is supported by a detailed Tutor Guide and a Guide to Study to help your learners understand how to approach the subjects.
CPD resources and professional status: Learners receive one year’s complimentary studying membership of The Institute of Leadership (IoL) OR - if they’re already a member of IoL - free learner registration with ABE.
Certificates of lasting value: Your learners will receive a certificate with the logos of ABE, The Institute of Leadership and the UK qualification’s regulator, Ofqual.
The ABE Executive Leadership qualifications
ABE Level 5 Award in Leadership
(10 credits)
ABE Level 5 Award in Powerful Leadership Connection (10 credits)
Strategic
self-aware
and
inclusive - leading at a higher level!
Use the QR code to discover more about ABE’s Executive Leadership qualifications
ABE Level 4 Sustainability Suite
The smart choice— for your career, your organisation, and our planet
Employers worldwide are competing for talent with sustainability expertise. According to LinkedIn’s Global Green Skills Report, individuals with green skills are significantly more likely to be hired across global job markets.
Reasons to gain sustainability skills
Five-million new jobs projected for 2030
Top ten fastestgrowing skills requirements Demand: +22% vs workforce supply: +12%
Key facts
Green skills workers 55% more likely to be hired
Climate change adaptation is expected to be the third-largest contributor to net growth in global jobs by 2030, projected to contribute an additional 5 million net jobs.
Environmental stewardship has now entered the top ten fastest-growing skills required by employers.
Demand for workers with green skills has grown by 22% in the past year, considerably outpacing workforce supply of +12% (LinkedIn’s Global Talent Trends Report)
Individuals with green skills enjoy a hiring rate that's 55% higher than average globally.
Choose ABE suite for:
Career relevance: ABE qualifications are focused on practical workplace sustainability skills.
Assessments on demand: Assessments operate on a eight-week rolling cycle from submission to result.
Bitesized learning: Units are structured so they can be studied to fit alongside work Credible: Assessments are marked and certificated by ABE.
Supported: The qualifications come with a study guide plus one year’s complimentary studying membership of The Institute of Leadership (IoL)
On successful completion, learners will receive a printed qualification and unit certificates Both featuring the banding of ABE and UK qualifications regulator, Ofqual
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ABE Level 4 Sustainability qualification suite
ABE Level 4 Award in Creating a Sustainable Working Environment
Qualification number: 610/6529/8
Guided learning hours: 25
Credits: 5
Qualification purpose:
This qualification is ideal for human resource (HR) professionals and complements other HR studies and qualifications.
It will enable you to understand and develop the business case to implement a ‘building health’ policy
ABE Level 4 Certificate in Strategic Sustainability
Qualification number: 610/6531/6
Units
ABE Level 4 Award in Green Marketing
Qualification number: 610/6530/4
Guided learning hours: 25
Credits: 5
Qualification purpose:
This qualification is ideal for marketing professionals and complements other marketing qualifications and studies
It develops the skills to make the marketing mix ‘green’, whilst understanding the challenges to achieving authentic green marketing
Guided learning hours: 100 Credits: 20
ESG Strategic Planning and Policy Writing Sustainable Operations
Qualification purpose:
This qualification is ideal for operations and business professionals and complements other business management qualifications and studies.
Develops the skills to plan and implement effective ESG strategies while embedding sustainable operations across an organisation You will gain practical expertise in carbon management, policy writing, and using tools such as Lifecycle Analysis (LCA) to drive longterm sustainability.
Who it’s for:
Individuals looking to enhance their employability and apply enviromental best practice in the workplace
Employers seeking to embed sustainability and evironmental best practice throughout their organisation
Educators seeking to expand their sustainability offering and help their learners enhance their employability 16
ABE for schools
Our offer for schools starts with ABE Endorsed KidsMBA, a groundbreaking programme based around the topics of an MBA qualification that develops business skills in children as young as eleven.
KidsMBA encourages children to use their natural creativity to think about opportunities and challenges to develop a viable business idea.
Aongside business acumen, KidsMBA has been shown to develop the following essential skills:
Creative thinking
Teamwork
Problem-solving
Self-confidence
Persuasive speaking
Leadership
Critical assessment
Engagement with other subjects
To see just some of the exceptional feedback this programme has received go to www.abeuk.com/kidsmba-case-studies
The KidsMBA programme supports schools by offering:
Flexible delivery - you can fit delivery into your curriculum, offer it after-school or as a summer camp activity - whatever works best for your school.
Superb teaching resources - the programme comes with a step-bystep downloadable guide to delivery and everything you need to start teaching from day one.
Marketing material to help you promote the programme effectively to your school's parents and prospective parents.
Plus, all KidsMBA schools have the chance to enter their Shark Tank winners for the international Future Entrepreneur of the Year title - read more here.
ABE Endorsed is a trusted quality assurance framework for colleges, employers and training providers delivering bespoke courses. It confirms your programme meets rigorous quality standards and offers learners the additional credibility of a certificate co-branded with ABE
Enhance the credibility of your training programmes
Offer learners a globally respected certificate
Differentiate from unaccredited internal training
Add value and marketability to your courses
Demonstrate commitment to good quality teaching and best practice
Give learners confidence.
For further information about becoming an ABE Endorsed please contact your regional representative or email info@abeuk.com
We understand the importance of keeping costs affordable whilst supporting learning of the highest quality.
