Diploma in Business Level 3
The ATHE 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.
At a glance:
Graded with Pass, Merit and Distinction
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Progression to a bachelor degree at a range of university partners
600 learning hours, usually studied over 4.5 months to an academic year
Designed with support
Can be delivered in the classroom, by distance or by blended learning.
Units
Learners must complete all 4 mandatory units.
How Businesses Operate
The key features of an organisation and their importance are explored, including finance, leadership, HR, marketing, managing data and customer service.
Marketing Principles and Techniques
An introduction to marketing is provided, followed by a look at research, analysis and promotional techniques.
Academic and Research Skills for Business
This unit is for understanding ones own academic strengths and weaknesses and developing research papers using a variety of skills.
Communication Skills for Business
A look at how communication is used in business and how ones own communication skills can be developed to effectively present information and ideas.
Progression Routes
Learners who complete this qualification can progress to study a variety of bachelor’s degrees at a university at a partner university. Contact CTP for information on progression routes.
Entry Criteria
Age: 16 +
Entry profile:
5 or more GCSEs at grades C and above or Grade 4 and above
other related level 2 subjects
other equivalent international qualifications