Business Management (Level 3 Diploma 60 Credits)
Description
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Course Duration Payment Options
3 or 6 months Monthly / Quarterly / Full
Business Management (Level 3 Diploma 60 Credits)
The Level 3 University Foundation Programme is a 60 credit qualification (equivalent to one A level) that teaches students key concepts and a range of management procedures required to work within a business. The course has been specifically developed to provide students with the knowledge required to work effectively, both as individuals and in teams within a business. Being able to develop good business management skills is crucial for any company.
The Business Management Level 3 Diploma is made up of 6 modules and 6 written assignments; each module consists of approximately 40 guided learning hours. While completing the Diploma, students will have access to various study resources, such as tutor support and webinars, a social learning forum, and additional materials to complete their graduate business course.
Upon completion of this course, students receive a Qualifi Level 3 Business Management qualification which is fully regulated by Ofqual. Students will then have the opportunity to apply for admission onto a full Undergraduate Degree programme from a range of UK universities. Alternatively, students can opt to study our Level 4/5 Extended Diploma in Management and then complete an Undergraduate Top Up at a range of UK universities.
The Level 3 Diploma in Business Management has been created to develop and reward those students who are looking to or already have chosen a career in a business-related sector. The rationale of the programme is to provide a career path for students who wish to develop their care capabilities within the business sector.
Core Units
- An introduction to marketing
- An introduction to the business environment
- Business communication
- Business resources
- Human resource management
- Recruitment and selection in business
Mode of Study
Blended Learning (for students who are in the UK)
Online learning (International students who are abroad)
Fulltime: If you are studying full time online or blended learning you can complete each level in 6 months duration.
Part time: if you are studying part time online or blended learning you can complete each level in 2 years from the date of enrolment.
Fast track full time: if you are studying full time online or blended learning you can complete this level in 3 months
Online: if you are studying online and studying at your own pace you can complete in 3 years’ time.
Exam and Assessment
- There are no written Exams, only written assignment it must be submitted after completing each module.
- Overall Grading Type: Pass/Merit/Distinction
Awarding Body
After successfully passing all core units assessment, you will receive a certificate or Diploma from Qualifi (AO).
Progression Routes
- On completion of this course students will have the opportunity to apply for admission onto a full BA Degree programme from a range of UK universities.
- Alternatively students can opt to study our Level 4/5 Extended Diploma in Managementand then go on to complete a BA Top Up at a range of UK universities.
- Enter into an employment.
Modules contents overview
An introduction to marketing
Marketing is a key business function covering a wide range of activities and employing many people. This module develops the knowledge necessary to understand key concepts of the marketing mix, marketing planning and marketing research. As an introduction to marketing, it explains the strategic purpose of the marketing function and how it contributes to business success.
An introduction to the business environment
This module will explain different types of business and their ownership exist in an economy. Students will understand role of owner and stakeholders to fulfil purpose of business. The module will help Students to understand how businesses are organised to achieve their targets. This module will also help to understand the way in which the economic, political, legal and social environment can impact on businesses giving the learner an understanding of the range of businesses.
Business communication
Effective communication is a key area in terms of its contribution to business success. When studying this module, Students will gain a thorough understanding of the types of business information used both internally and externally by organisations and the methods used to communicate information to different audiences. In this module, Students will have the opportunity to develop, analyse and evaluate a range of methods used to communicate different types of business information and will understand the purpose of such communication. They will also produce and evaluate different types of business communication of their own.
Business resources
The module will explain how a range of resources, including human, physical, technological and financial resources, are used and managed within business. This module will help the learner to have an understanding of how human resources are managed and of the employability and personal skills required of personnel in an organisation. Students will gain an understanding of the purpose of managing resources effectively, not only in relation to human resources but also in terms of physical and technological resources.
Human resource management
This module will describe as the most valuable resource of any organisation, its human capital. All resources, especially the most valuable, need to be managed in order to obtain the greatest value from them. The module provides an overview of some of the key areas that fall within the remit of the human resources function. By the end of this module Students will gain an understanding of the factors that are taken into account by organisations when planning their human resource management. They will also learn how organisations gain employee motivation and employee commitment.
Recruitment and selection in business
This module is about how an organisation recruits and selects staff. Students will gain knowledge and understanding of the process that a business has to go through when recruiting staff. Students will prepare documents necessary to help select the right person for the job and plan to take part in a selection interview. They will have a broad understanding of the legislation surrounding recruitment and selection and be able to explain how these laws affect a business. As part of this, Students will consider the role of the Human Resource department. This will help them understand the vital role that the HR department plays in helping an organisation achieve its business objectives and will help them in the future when attending a job interview or participating in a selection panel.