Level 3 Diploma in Business and Management

The Level 3 Diploma in Business is a 60-credit Ofqual regulated qualification and is the equivalent level to an A Level or Access to HE qualification. It has been designed for learners who wish to progress to a business or management degree and may not have the traditional entry qualifications usually required.

The Level 3 Diploma in Business and Management is a 120-credit Ofqual regulated qualification and is the equivalent level to an A-Level or Access to HE qualification.

It has been designed for learners who wish to progress to a business or management degree but may not have the traditional entry qualifications usually required.

The primary purpose of the Level 3 Diploma in Business and Management is to support your progression to higher education, specifically to a business relating course.

Key features of the qualifications include:

Core units that are common to different sectors offering the opportunity for learners to move between sectors or delay decisions as to which area to specialise in
Small qualifications that can be used for professional development for those in employment or for learners who do not have the time to undertake a full-time programme
Flexible methods of assessment allowing tutors to select the most appropriate methods for their learners

Entry & Progression

Learners who are seeking to progress to higher education to take a Bachelor’s degree course in Management. Learners could also progress directly to employment. Successful completion of the Level 3 Diploma in Business qualification enables learners’ direct entry to BA (Hons) Business Studies degree or into Year 1 of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree or pursue Level 4 Diplomas whilst also enhancing their career prospects, within existing roles, or with new opportunities.

Qualification Structure

The Level 3 Diploma in Business qualification consists of 6 mandatory units for a combined total of 120 credits.