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International Graduate Diploma in Finance Management (Level 6) [120 Credit Top-Up]
A degree-level finance qualification developed to advance your strategic and financial leadership capability
Overview
The International Graduate Diploma in Finance Management (Level 6) [120 Credit Top-Up] is an advanced graduate-level qualification designed for learners who already hold a relevant Level 5 qualification and wish to complete a degree-comparable award in finance management.
This programme is accredited by the International Education Accreditation Council (IEAC) and is academically aligned with Level 6 of the UK Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ), making it comparable with respect to academic level and credit-value to the final year of a UK bachelor’s degree.
Delivered 100% online, the course is fully flexible and self-paced, with no fixed schedules, no deadlines and no examinations. Assessment is entirely coursework-based, allowing learners to apply advanced financial and strategic concepts to real-world business scenarios while studying around existing commitments.
The Top-Up programme focuses on higher-level strategic and analytical capability. Learners complete a substantial Business Management Research Project, demonstrating independent research, critical analysis and applied decision-making at degree level. This is supported by advanced study in strategic management, competitive advantage, global financial markets, and strategic financial management aligned to corporate strategy.
This 120-credit Top-Up route enables eligible learners to complete the International Graduate Diploma in Finance Management efficiently, building directly on prior Level 5 study.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is designed for learners who have already completed a relevant Level 5 qualification and want to progress to a degree-level finance qualification.
It is suitable for:
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Professionals working in finance, accounting or business roles seeking senior progression
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Learners who hold a Level 5 Diploma or equivalent in business or finance
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Aspiring finance managers, analysts or strategic decision-makers
- Learners planning progression to postgraduate or master’s-level study
The Top-Up route is ideal for adult learners and international students seeking a flexible alternative to a traditional final year of undergraduate study.
What Can This Qualification Lead To?
Progression to Higher Study
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Postgraduate or master’s-level qualifications (subject to provider entry requirements)
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Further professional finance, accounting or business study
Typical Career Pathways
This qualification supports progression into roles such as:
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Finance Manager or Senior Finance Officer
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Financial or Investment Analyst
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Strategic or Corporate Finance Manager
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Business or Operations Manager
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Management Consultant
Benefits of This Top-Up Course
Studying the International Graduate Diploma in Finance Management Level 6 Top-Up with Click College offers:
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A degree-comparable Level 6 qualification accredited by IEAC
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A focused 120-credit Top-Up route for faster completion
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Fully online, self-paced study with no exams or deadlines
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Coursework-based assessment focused on applied learning
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Advanced coverage of strategic finance, corporate strategy and global markets
- Flexible study designed around professional and personal commitments
Gain a Globally Recognised Finance Qualification
Achieve an internationally recognised Level 6 finance qualification accredited by the International Education Accreditation Council (IEAC). This Top-Up programme is academically comparable to the final year of a UK bachelor’s degree in finance management and supports progression into senior roles or postgraduate study.
Entry
Applicants for this Level 6 top-up must hold a Level 5 qualification in a relevant subject area. Eligibility will be assessed prior to enrolment. Contact Click College to confirm your entry requirements and Top-Up eligibility.
If you do not hold a level 5 qualification please choose the open-access 360-Credit route for the International Graduate Diploma in Finance Management (Level 6).
Enrol
Enrol with Click College today and complete your degree-level finance qualification through a flexible, fully online Level 6 Top-Up programme designed to support strategic capability, professional progression and academic advancement.
What Will I Study?
How am I assessed?
Assessment is completed entirely through coursework. All assignments are submitted online at a time and place that suits you, with no exams and no time-pressured assessments.
Course Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the International Graduate Diploma in Finance Management – Level 6 Top-Up, learners will be able to:
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Design and complete an independent business or finance-related research project, demonstrating the ability to formulate research aims, apply appropriate methodologies, analyse data and present evidence-based conclusions.
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Critically evaluate strategic management theories and models to assess competitive advantage and inform long-term organisational strategy.
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Analyse global financial markets, evaluating their structure, behaviour and impact on organisational performance, investment decisions and financial risk.
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Critically apply strategic financial management principles to corporate decision-making, including capital structure, investment appraisal and long-term financial planning.
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Evaluate the relationship between corporate strategy and financial strategy, assessing how strategic financial decisions support organisational objectives and competitive positioning.
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Demonstrate advanced analytical and critical thinking skills when interpreting complex financial, strategic and market information.
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Communicate complex financial and strategic analysis effectively, using appropriate academic and professional conventions for specialist and non-specialist audiences.
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Demonstrate autonomy, responsibility and independent learning, consistent with expectations at Level 6 of the UK Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ).
What Is This Diploma Equivalent To?
The International Graduate Diploma in Finance Management (Level 6) [120 Credit-Up] is a Level 6 qualification accredited by the International Education Accreditation Council (IEAC) and academically aligned with the UK Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ).
It is academically comparable to the final year of a UK bachelor’s degree in Finance Management in terms of level and credit-value.
This means the qualification has been accredited as reflecting the level of knowledge, skills and independent learning expected at undergraduate degree level.
Accreditation
The International Graduate Diploma in Finance Management (Level 6) is accredited by the International Education Accreditation Council (IEAC). This assures academic quality by confirming that the programme meets recognised international standards for higher education, curriculum design and academic delivery, and supports progression to further study or professional development, subject to individual entry requirements.
How Long Does It Take?
There are no classes, no schedules and no deadlines, and so you are in control over how long it takes you.
However, typically, most learners complete this 120 Credit course in around 6-12 months.
When Can I Start?
You can start the course at any time throughout the year – we have continuous enrolment 365 days a year.
Admission Requirements
This Level 6 Top-Up programme in finance management is designed for learners who already hold a Level 5 qualification in a relevant subject.
Contact Click College to determine the suitability of your existing qualifications.
Applicants that do not hold a relevant Level 5 qualification should enrol on to the 360 Credit version of the International Graduate Diploma in Finance Management (Level 6)
Applicants should also have a reasonable standard of English language ability to engage with course materials and assessments.
Tutor Support
As with all Click College qualifications, you will receive dedicated tutor support throughout your studies. Our specialist finance and management tutors are available to support you with academic questions and course-related guidance, and can be contacted by email, phone or video call whenever needed.
Why Study With Click College?
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Study 100% online from anywhere in the world, with full flexibility to learn around work and personal commitments.
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All assessments are written assignments and you can enrol any day of the year.
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Access one-to-one tutor support whenever you need it, ensuring you’re never studying alone.
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Enrol now on the Level 6 Finance Management Top-Up and complete your qualification through flexible, fully online study.
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