Qualification Number: 601/6170/X
Course Overview
The ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Business is a 60 credit qualification and is the equivalent level of 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. Learners who complete this qualification can progress to study a variety of Bachelor’s Degrees at a university such as our partner universities including The University of Northampton and The University of Bedfordshire. For more information, please visit our progression routes page.
The qualification provides learners with an introduction to the business environment as well as key academic, research, and communication skills to support learners in their development. Learners must complete 4 mandatory units worth 60 credits to achieve the ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Business.
Units
Learners must complete all 4 mandatory units. To see the contents of each unit you can view the Qualification Specification.
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 the research, analysis, and promotional techniques.
Academic and Research Skills for Business
This unit is for understanding one’s 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 one’s own communication skills can be developed to effectively present information and ideas.
Entry Criteria
- Age: 16 +
- 5 or more GCSEs at grades C and above
- another related level 2 subjects
- other equivalent international qualifications
Course Material
Course materials, including presentations, handouts, assignment briefs, and e-books are made available to enrolled learners. In addition to this, the learners will also receive the course handbook and tutorial via emails, in order to support the learning.
Online learning
The learner sets their own pace for their learning and the courses are offered on an academic-year basis. Although our tutors encourage the learners to make progress monthly, this approach is flexible.
Progression Routes
Learners who complete this qualification can progress to study a variety of bachelor’s degrees at a university such as one of our partner universities.
Fees- £650
The fee includes registration, assessment, teaching, and certification. There is no other hidden cost.
Key Facts
Awarding Body: Awards for Training and Higher Education (ATHE)
Course Duration: 2-3 months
Method of study: Blended Learning / Full or Part Time / Distance Learning
Qualification Level : 3
We do everything we can to ensure that information on our website is correct, however, details may change and we cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions. For more detailed information about the course visit ATHE official website at https://www.athe.co.uk/qualifications/business-and-management/athe-level-3-diploma-in-business