Level 3 Diploma in Business (60 Credits) - RQF

• Access Duration: 12 Months
• Awarded by: ATHE
• Credit Value: 60
• Guided Learning Hours(GLH): 360
• Total Qualification Time(TQT): 600
• Qualification Level: 3
• Qualification Number: 610/1761/9
• UCAS Points: Up to 48

• Gain complete knowledge of the fundamental concepts of business, including marketing, finance, management, and entrepreneurship.
• Utilise critical thinking and analytical skills to develop, assess, and implement strategic solutions in a business environment.
• Communicate effectively in both written and verbal communication within a business environment.
• Demonstrate effective teamwork skills to achieve organisational goals.
• Explore the impacts and benefits of customer service in business.

This Level 3 Diploma in Business is a valuable credential that offers an excellent pathway for those pursuing new employment, career changes, or academic progression. This qualification demonstrates a fundamental knowledge of business. The certification opens up a variety of job roles across multiple sectors with attractive benefits. With this qualification, you can expect to work in diverse job roles. You can also advance to ATHE Level 4 and 5 qualifications in business and management. Here are some career prospects you can pursue once you’re certified.

• Team Lead
• Supervisor
• Administrative Assistant
• Office Assistant
• Management Assistant
• Entrepreneur
• Small Business Owner

• Learners must be over the age of 16.
• 5 or more GCSEs at Grade C and above.
• Other related Level 2 subjects such as English and Maths functional skills.
• An equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.
• A good standard of written and spoken English.
• Other equivalent international qualifications.

• This course can be completed in a matter of months or over the course of a year. Most learners will complete this course in 6-9 months. Some learners may complete the course quicker, depending on their personal circumstances and available study time. We will accommodate your pace, providing unlimited support for 12 months.
• The ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Business requires approximately 360 guided study hours. This figure is an estimate and depends on how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how quickly you grasp the teaching, learning concepts, and course materials.

• Written Assignments: You will complete written assignments based on an interconnecting set of business scenarios that demonstrate your business skills and knowledge. This Level 3 Diploma has a final unit (Unit 5: Market Research) which requires combining your knowledge and understanding from previous units to complete the tasks. Your assignments will be carefully reviewed and evaluated by an assessor. These assignments will allow you to demonstrate your understanding of the course theory. You can achieve a Pass, Merit, or Distinction for each unit based on the quality of the work submitted.
• Internal Marking and Feedback: All completed assignments are marked internally within South London College. You will receive constructive feedback and guidance from your personal tutor, which will support your learning and improvement.
• Assessor Support: You will have comprehensive access to support from assessors via various channels including telephone, WhatsApp, online discussions, email, and web chats.

For further details or any specific questions about the assessment process, please click the ‘Enquiry’ button below to get in touch with us.

Here are several certifications that learners can advance to:

• Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business and Management
• Level 4 Diploma in Business and Management
• Level 4 Extended Diploma in Business and Management
• Level 5 Diploma in Business and Management
• Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business and Management

You can also apply for exemption from university degree programmes. Many universities accept this Diploma as an entry requirement.    

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