Student Information

What can I study?

The London Business College provides quality tuition at various academic levels. Our courses are designed to launch and assist careers in the most exciting sectors of industry and commerce.

We offer a range of Diplomas, such as Business Management, Computer Studies, and Tourism and Hospitality Management. Each Diploma is awarded by a reputable body and full list of courses can be found in our courses section.

Our approach

Our aim is to make your education as fulfilling for you as it will be for your career, and we believe that a student-centred approach is key to delivering high quality education. We have a broad and flexible programme scheme that allows you to match training to your needs. We also believe that a welcoming and enjoyable learning environment is vital for success, which is why we deliver programmes in small classes to foster understanding and personal relationships.

Equality and Diversity

The London Business College provides an environment to encourage total equality and diversity. This applies to all students, staff, contractors and visitors, and all individuals at the College will be treated fairly and with respect.

The Principal has overall responsibility to ensure that the College does not tolerate discrimination, whether direct or indirect, and to promote and maintain the highest equal opportunity standards. The College observes Government recommendations for race relations, equal opportunities, and disability and sex discrimination. These codes of best practise form the basis of our policy.

Regardless of age, race, gender, disability, colour, sexuality, marital status, ethnicity or religious belief, everyone linked to the College will be given the opportunity to fulfil their academic potential and be expected to uphold this.

Mature Students

The London Business College welcomes all mature students. The minimum entry age is 19 and instead of submitting evidence of traditional academic qualifications, we ask for additional documents in the form of letters of recommendation and evidence of successful work experience. An interview may also be requested.

Language

All classes are taught in English and all new students must have the required standard of English and provide evidence of their competency in English language, unless exempt. (see English Language requirements). A full list of approved English language tests is available on the UKBA website: A full list of approved English language tests is available on the UKBA website: http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/sitecontent/newsarticles/2010/july/44-secure-english-tests

Extension of permission to stay in the UK

It is important that you remember to extend your visa before it expires. The College will arrange this provided the student has followed the course registered for.

Climate and Clothing

The British climate is cooler than that of Asia, Africa, the Americas or the Caribbean. In winter, temperatures can often fall below freezing, and students from overseas should come equipped with clothes suitable for a variable weather climate, which can also be wet and windy.

Employment

From July 2011, Tier 4 students studying at a private college will not be able to seek employment in the UK.

Travel

The London Business College is easily accessible and students can arrive in London via air, rail or road. London City Airport is our nearest airport, but Gatwick, Heathrow and Stansted airport are all within easy reach of Woolwich via Underground, rail, coach or bus.

Fast track to a British degree

Achieving a British degree is easy and cost effective. By studying and successfully completing the OHTM, IAM, ABE or BCS Diploma or Advanced Diploma, you can gain entry into the second or third year respectively of a British degree course offered by a range of UK Universities, including the University of Worcester, Sheffield Hallam University and the University of Teesside. Student who have successfully completed the Diploma in Business Management Level 7, are eligible to apply for the MBA Top-Up or MA in Business Management (depending on work experience), awarded by any University.
For further information, see specific IAM, OTHM,BCS, SFEDI and ABE courses the Courses section or email admin@lbcollege.ac or call 0208 316 4449 with your query.

Student Charter

The Student Charter reflects the standards expected from the College and all students.

The College:

• Strive to continuously improve quality of courses and resources to students.
• Provide information, advice and guidance to students in a courteous manner.
• Offer information on programmes and assist students to choose a suitable course.
• Ensure confidentiality based on the data protection act.
• Provide access to computer rooms in normal working hours, subject to the timetable and security constraints.
• Manage any complaints of harassment promptly and fairly.
• Respect and treat all members of the College community with dignity.
• Provide a clean and smoke free, safe and welcoming working environment.

The Students:

• Respect all rules regarding cheating, plagiarism and falsification of data.
• Attend all lectures, seminars, and tutorials regularly and punctually, and meet all deadlines.
• Respect and treat all members of the College community with dignity.
• Pay all fees owed to the College at the appropriate time.
• Be informed and comply with the College's regulations and procedures, including Health and Safety.