Course Description
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 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.
Entry Criteria
- Age: 16 +
- 5 or more GCSEs at grades C and above
- other 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.
Books
We can provide printed books for certain units and these can be ordered
by the learners at the start of the course at an additional cost. These
are from BPP Publishing or other publications and are discounted for
enrolled learners. These are available for selected units only.
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.
Key Facts
Awarding Body : Awards for Training and Higher Education (ATHE)
Course Duration: 2-3 months
Method of study: Full Time
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 on http://athe.co.uk/level-3-law/