Diploma
Level 3 - Pre-Undergraduate
Course Code
610/2058/8
Credits
120 ECTS
Correspondence
Equivalent to a high school diploma or college entry qualification internationally. Comparable to UK Level 3 and foundational college courses in the US, Canada, Asia, and Europe.
Programme Overview
The Level 3 Diploma in Business Management is a 120-credit qualification (TQT 1200 hours, GLH 600 hours) designed to give learners an in-depth understanding of how businesses operate and are structured. It builds essential knowledge and practical skills across key business areas including Business Communication, Business Environment, People Management, Customer Service, Finance, and Marketing, and supports progression to higher study or employment.
Aims of the Diploma
This diploma is designed to:
Gain an in-depth understanding of business operations, structures, and functions.
Develop underpinning knowledge, understanding, and skills related to core business activities.
Build the ability to research, investigate, review, and apply business concepts to real situations.
Strengthen practical competence for addressing routine business problems and workplace scenarios.
Prepare for progression to university and/or entry into the world of work.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this diploma, learners will be able to:
Understanding of key business knowledge: concepts, theories, terminology, and practices within business and its context.
Ability to apply basic business techniques and routine practices to solve set organisational situations/problems.
Skills to relate business functions and sectors to practical and everyday business applications.
Capability to collect, organise, and use information to draw conclusions and suggest solutions for businesses.
Competence in ICT, basic numerical/graphical analysis, and effective written and oral communication.
Ability to take responsibility and work under non-directive supervision, including teamwork and limited supervision of others.
Skills to use resources efficiently and evaluate work outcomes to support business performance.
Duration
Full-Time: 1 Year
Part-Time: 2 Years
Maximum Completion: 5 Years from Enrolment
Mode of Delivery
Distance Education
Self-Paced Learning
Course Materials: Video and Text Resources
Assessment and Course Regulations
Assessment Approach
The qualification is assessed through coursework-based assessment designed to evaluate learners’ understanding and practical application of business concepts. Assessment methods include:
Written Assignments: Portfolio-based assignments for each unit, assessing knowledge, understanding, analysis, and application of business principles.
Case Studies and Applied Tasks: Learners apply business concepts to real or simulated organisational scenarios, demonstrating problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Grading System
This qualification is criteria-referenced and graded as:
Pass / Fail
Completion Requirements
To earn the diploma, students must earn a Pass for each unit. All assessments are subject to internal and external moderation for quality assurance.
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