University Undergraduate Entry

Diploma in Business

A Level (Level 3 – 60 credits)

The Level 3 Diploma in Business is a 60-credit Ofqual regulated qualification and is the equivalent level to an A Level or Access to HE qualification. It has been designed for learners who wish to progress to a business or management degree and may not have the traditional entry qualifications usually required.

The course is designed to provide opportunities for learners to acquire a range of knowledge and understanding about business and to apply the knowledge and understanding by demonstrating skills in business. In this way learners will undertake assignments that are directly related to business activities enhancing their understanding of the world of business. While completing the course, students will have access to a variety of support services, including tutor support and webinars, a social learning forum, and additional materials to help in the completion of their diploma course.

Learners must achieve the four Mandatory Units.

The Total Qualification Time is 600 hours

The Total Guided Learning Hours is 360

The Total Credit value is 60

How Businesses Operate

This unit aims to provide an overview of how businesses operate. Learners will gain knowledge and understanding of key business functions and their importance to business success. The learner will:

• Understand the key features of a business environment
• Know the importance of accounting for business
• Be able to apply key principles of accounting and present and interpret data’
• Understand the principles of managing and leading teams in organisations
• Know the role of the Human Resources department
• Understand the importance of customer service to organisational success

Marketing Principles and Techniques

This unit aims to develop knowledge and understanding of marketing principles and techniques. The learner will:

• Understand the principles of marketing
• Understand market research and market analysis methods
• Be able to apply market analysis techniques
• Understand how e – marketing is used

Academic and Research Skills for Business

This unit aims to develop academic research skills and the language skills needed to be able to formally present academic research, both in writing and orally. The learner will:

• Be able to assess own academic competence
• Know how to research information using primary and secondary methods
• Be able to take effective notes from a variety of sources
• Be able to plan and draft a piece of research
• Be able to produce academic work
• Be able to reflect on own academic progress

Communication Skills for Business

This unit aims to develop knowledge and understanding of communication in organisations and to develop personal communication skills. The learner will:

• Know how businesses communicate
• Be able to present business information orally
• Be able to communicate business information in writing