Business Management Diploma (Level 3 – 60 Credits)
The Business Management Diploma Level 3 University Foundation Programme is a 60 credit qualification (equivalent to one A level) which helps students learn key concepts and a range of management procedures required to work within a business, it has been specifically developed to provide the knowledge required for students to work effectively, both as individuals and in teams within business. Being able to develop good business management skills is crucial for any company.
The Business Management 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 help in the completion of their graduate business course.
Upon completion of this diploma, 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 the Extended Level 3 Business Management Diploma or the Level 4/5 Extended Degree in Business Management and then go on to complete a Undergraduate Top Up at a range of UK universities.
Online Courses
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Aims of the Business Management Diploma (Level 3 – 60 Credits)
The learning material has been developed by UK university professors and is mapped against OFQUAL awarding body learning outcomes and assessment criteria.
By the end of this diploma you will be able to:
- An introduction to marketing
- An introduction to the business environment
- Learners 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.
- Have an understanding of how human resources are managed and of the employability and personal skills required of personnel in an organisation.
- Will gain an understanding of the factors that are taken into account by organisations when planning their human resource management.
- Recruitment and selection in business


