• Access Duration:  1 Year
• Awarded by: Qualifi
• Qualification Level:  Level 3
• Qualification Number: 603/1051/0
• Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 395
• Total Qualification Time (TQT): 600
• Credits: 60
• UCAS Points: 32

• Explain what innovation management is and how it affects the growth of a business.
• Learn how to leverage innovation and technology to create value for your business.
• Create business documents and moral standards to clearly communicate within an organisation.
• Perform a SWOT analysis on yourself to see if you have what it takes to be an entrepreneur.
• Learn to think critically to develop and defend a new business idea.
• Describe the main ideas behind entrepreneurship and how they affect the growth of the economy.
• Develop a business plan for your new venture, which includes marketing, financial statements, and risk assessment.
• Consider the importance of entrepreneurial marketing and brand positioning in a competitive environment.

The Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship is designed for driven individuals who want to establish a strong foundation for a career in business, whether they are planning to work in business or start their own business in the future.

This entry level business qualification is ideal for:

• Aspiring entrepreneurs and startup founders
• School leavers exploring business careers
• Career changers moving into business roles
• Junior business professionals seeking a recognised qualification
• Individuals with a Level 2 qualification wanting to progress to Level 3
• Learners who have a Level 3 in another subject and now wish to specialise in business
• Part time learners and full‑time learners balancing work, study or placements
• CPD seekers aiming to strengthen their entrepreneurial and business communication skills

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded the Level 3 Diploma in Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship, a nationally recognised qualifcation from Qualifi.

• You must be aged 16 or over.
• You must meet one or more of the following entry criteria:
  • Hold a Level 2 qualification.
  • Have relevant work experience in a business setting.
  • Hold a Level 3 qualification in another subject and wish to pursue a career in business.

• This course can be completed through two flexible study options to suit your lifestyle:
  • Standard Course Plan (9 months) – ideal for learners balancing other commitments.
  • Fast Track Option (4 months) – perfect for those who can dedicate intensive study time.
• Most learners complete within their chosen timeframe, though some may finish earlier depending on personal circumstances and available study time. We accommodate your pace with unlimited support for 12 months. This Level 3 Certificate requires approximately 395 guided learning hours.

T&C apply

Internal assessment: This qualification is internally assessed by assessors at South London College and externally quality-assured by Qualifi.

Written assignments: You will complete a written assignment for each unit. The tasks are designed around realistic, work-related business scenarios and may require you to refer to real organisations, case studies or relevant work experience.

Multiple-choice questions: Multiple-choice questions may also be used to assess your knowledge and understanding of the key concepts covered in each unit.

Grading: The qualification is graded on a Pass/Fail basis. To achieve the qualification, you must meet the assessment criteria for all required units.

The Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship is designed to help people progress to college.

Next Steps for a Potential Academic Progression Pathway:

• Step 1: QUALIFI Level 4 Certificate in Business Management
• Step 2: QUALIFI Level 5 Diploma in Business Management
• Step 3: Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BSc) top‑up in Business
• Step 4: Master’s in Business Administration (MBA)

Alternative Pathways:

• Specialised business CPD courses in areas such as digital marketing, accounting, or innovation management.
• Start‑up incubation programmes and enterprise support schemes to launch your own business immediately.

The Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship provides you with instant business knowledge and a recognised qualification that can help you get many jobs.

Below are some career opportunities you could pursue, along with approximate UK salaries from the latest records on Glassdoor UK.

• Business Development Executive – £30,000
• Junior Business Analyst – £28,000
• Marketing Executive – £27,000
• Sales Executive – £25,000
• Accounts Assistant – £23,000

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For this qualification, Qualifi normally appoints markers and moderators, marks and moderates assignments, agrees the final marks and issues certificates, unless otherwise agreed. The qualification may support progression to further study or relevant employment, depending on the entry requirements of individual education providers and employers.