ATHE is delighted to welcome Northwood University, in association with Global Pathways College (GPC), as a new Strategic University Partner.
This partnership creates exciting new progression opportunities for learners who wish to build on their ATHE qualifications and progress towards a US university degree.
Founded in 1959 and based in Midland, Michigan, Northwood University specialises in business education, with a strong focus on entrepreneurship, management, ethical leadership and practical business skills. Its undergraduate and postgraduate programmes are designed to prepare graduates for success in today’s global business environment.
Through this new progression agreement:
- Learners who complete ATHE Level 4, Level 5 and Level 6 Extended Diplomas in Business and Management (Gen Ed) can progress to Northwood University’s Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Management through a top-up programme delivered by Global Pathways College.
- Learners who complete three specified units from the ATHE Level 7 Extended Diploma in Computing Technologies can progress to Northwood University’s Master of Science in Business Analytics programme.
These pathways provide valuable fast-track progression opportunities, enabling eligible ATHE learners to work towards US bachelor’s and master’s degree qualifications while building on the knowledge and skills gained through their ATHE studies.
Both programmes will be delivered through live synchronous online learning. This will provide learners around the world with an engaging and flexible study experience, as well as an affordable route to completing a US university qualification.
For more information, please contact: Support@athe.co.uk
| Type | Degree Programme | Total Qualifications Required | Point of Entry | Entry Criteria | Progression From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's | Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Management | 3 | Final Year | Applicants must have successfully completed all three eligible ATHE qualifications: the Level 4, Level 5 and Level 6 Extended Diplomas in Business and Management (Gen Ed). Additional entry requirements and eligibility conditions may apply. | ATHE Level 4 Extended Diploma in Business and Management; ATHE Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business and Management; and ATHE Level 6 Extended Diploma in Business and Management (Gen Ed) |
| Master's | Master of Science in Business Analytics | N/A | Applicants must have successfully completed the three specified units from the ATHE Level 7 Extended Diploma in Computing Technologies. Additional entry requirements and eligibility conditions may apply. | ATHE Level 7 Extended Diploma in Computing Technologies |
- Type: Bachelor's
- Degree Programme: Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Management
- Total Qualifications Required: 3
- Point of Entry: Final Year
- Entry Criteria: Applicants must have successfully completed all three eligible ATHE qualifications: the Level 4, Level 5 and Level 6 Extended Diplomas in Business and Management (Gen Ed). Additional entry requirements and eligibility conditions may apply.
- Progression From: ATHE Level 4 Extended Diploma in Business and Management; ATHE Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business and Management; and ATHE Level 6 Extended Diploma in Business and Management (Gen Ed)
- Type: Master's
- Degree Programme: Master of Science in Business Analytics
- Total Qualifications Required: N/A
- Point of Entry:
- Entry Criteria: Applicants must have successfully completed the three specified units from the ATHE Level 7 Extended Diploma in Computing Technologies. Additional entry requirements and eligibility conditions may apply.
- Progression From: ATHE Level 7 Extended Diploma in Computing Technologies