Level 3 Diploma in Business and Management (RQF)

• Access Duration: 12 Months
• Awarded by: ATHE
• Credit Value: 120
• Guided Learning Hours(GLH): 720
• Total Qualification Time(TQT): 1200
• Qualification Level: 3
• Qualification Number: 610/1764/4
• UCAS Points: Up to 96

• Have a complete understanding of managing business operations.
• Deepen your knowledge of an efficient and productive business environment.
• Acquire the skills to maximise the resources to achieve business success.
• Learn to promote teamwork to help take your business to the next level.
• Become skilled at managing people and maintaining harmony.
• Understand the significance of effective business communication.

This Level 3 Diploma in Business and Management is an in-demand qualification that provides a strong foundation for new employment, career changes, or further academic study. It demonstrates a solid understanding of business principles and opens doors to various job opportunities across multiple sectors, often with attractive benefits. With this certification, you can pursue diverse roles in the business world and advance to ATHE Level 4 and 5 qualifications in business and management. Here are some career prospects you can explore 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.
• Other equivalent international qualifications.
• A good standard of written and spoken English.

• 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 and Management requires approximately 720 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 that will be carefully reviewed and evaluated by an assessor. These assignments will allow you to demonstrate your understanding of the course knowledge. You can achieve a Pass, Merit, or Distinction for each unit based on the quality of the work submitted. (Pass 360 – 431, Merit 432 – 539, Distinction 540+)
• 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 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 an exemption to a university degree programme. Many universities accept this Diploma as an entry requirement.

Ofqual-regulated qualifications are overseen by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) in England. Ofqual is England’s main government-appointed regulatory body regulating school, college, and vocational qualifications in the UK. Ofqual ensures these qualifications meet high standards of quality and rigour, providing assurance they are recognised and respected by employers, educational institutions, and professional bodies. This oversight guarantees the qualifications maintain consistency, transparency, and credibility, meaning potential employers and organisations will have confidence in the individual’s skills and abilities, making them competitive candidates. They support professional development and compliance with industry standards, particularly in regulated fields such as healthcare, education, and public services. Ofqual-regulated qualifications are accepted abroad or can be easily converted to the country’s equivalent.

RQF

The Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) is a system used in England, Northern Ireland, and Wales to categorise and regulate qualifications based on their level of difficulty and size. RQF is jointly regulated by England’s regulator Ofqual, Wales DCELLS, and Northern Ireland’s CCEA. The RQF ensures qualifications are standardised, making it easier for learners, employers, and educational institutions to understand the value and level of each qualification. The framework consists of nine levels, from Entry Level to Level 8, with each level indicating the complexity and depth of learning. For a qualification to be recognised as part of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), it must be created or approved by an awarding body that is acknowledged by one of the government-appointed regulatory bodies.