Why ABE?
ABE programmes have many advantages, wherever you study. Here are some of the key ones:
• University progression
ABE qualifications give you entry to the second and final years of Bachelors degree programme at universities around the world. With relevant work experience you can fast track to an MBA
• Making degrees affordable
The ABE route allows you to obtain an internationally-recognised degree and save thousands of pounds
• Saving you time
Take the quicker route to a degree with ABE
• A professional qualification
ABE qualifications give you the skills to make a difference in the workplace, from communication to strategy
• Global recognition
ABE qualifications are recognised by colleges, universities, employers and ministries around the world
• Assured quality
ABE is recognised as an awarding body by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA).
• A wide range of qualifications
Business Administration (BA) – provides students with an appreciation of the theoretical issues involved in the study of business and a range of practical skills which will enhance their value to potential employers.
Business Information System (BIS) – develop professionals who will be able to build bridges between information technology and modern business practice.
Travel, Tourism & Hospitality (TTH) − develop a combination of key business skills and industry knowledge in preparation for the varied and demanding careers which the industry offers.
New Stream coming soon:
Marketing
Financial Management
Human Resource Management
• Exemptions
ABE has exemption arrangements with other professional bodies including ACCA, CIMA and BCS to save you time and accredit your learning
ACCA
ABE students who completed after 2002 obtain the following exemptions:
ABE Diploma I - Accounting ACCA Paper 1.1
ABE Diploma II - Management Accounting ACCA Paper 1.2
ABE Diploma I - Organisational Behaviour PLUS ACCA Paper 1.3
ABE Diploma II - HRM
British Computer Society
| ABE Diploma in BIS |
BCS Certificate modules |
ABE Diploma and Advanced
Diploma in BIS BCS |
BCS Certificate modules and Diploma excluding core module |
Chartered Insurance Institute
| ABE Certificate holders |
CII - The business environment |
ABE Diploma holders |
CII - The business environment
CII - Principles and practice of management in insurance and other financial services
CII - Marketing |
| ABE Advanced Diploma holders |
CII - as above |
CIMA
| ABE Diploma I - Accounting Accounting Fundamentals |
CIMA Foundation - Financial |
| ABE Diploma II - Management Accounting Accounting Fundamentals |
CIMA Foundation - Management |
| ABE Diploma II - Principles of Business Law |
CIMA Foundation - Business Law |
| ABE Diploma II - Quantitative Methods Mathematics |
CIMA Foundation - Business |
| ABE Diploma I - Economics |
CIMA Foundation - Economics for Business |
| ABE Advanced Diploma - Strategic HRM / Management Organisation |
CIMA Intermediate – Organisational Management |
ABE Fee Structure (2007)
* Fees may vary in accordance with ABE's Fee Structure
Registration fees - New Members
This fee is only paid once when you first register with ABE, and includes the first year's annual subscription.
item |
amount |
Certificate |
£35 |
Diploma |
£50 |
Advanced Diploma |
£150 |
Annual subscriptions
To keep your membership in force during your time with us, you must renew your membership every year by paying the annual subscription fee.
item |
amount |
Certificate/Diploma Student |
£25 per year |
Advanced Diploma Student/Associate (AMABE) |
£30 per year |
Member (MABE) |
£40 per year |
Fellow (FABE) |
£50 per year |
Examination fees
item |
amount |
Certificate |
£20 per subject |
Diploma |
£25 per subject |
Advanced Diploma |
£30 per subject |
Late Examination Fee |
£10 per subject |
Examination transfer fee
item |
amount |
Including medical transfers |
£15 per session |
Exemption fee
item |
amount |
Diploma only |
£25 per subject |
All fees in UK Pounds Sterling (GBP) |
