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.
Course Content
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.
- Managing Business Operations
- Maximising Resources to Achieve Business Success
- The Business Environment
- Managing People in Organisations
- Working in Teams
- Effective Business Communications
Course Specifications
| Awarding Body | ATHE |
| Guided Learning Hours | 600 |
| Assessment Method | This qualification is assessed by portfolio of evidence. |
| Course Delivery | Online, Paper-based |
| Funding | Funding available via an Advanced Learning Loan. |
