Course Overview

The ATHE 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. The Business Management - Diploma Level 3 qualification has been designed with support from higher education providers and is intended for learners who wish to progress to a business or management degree but may not have the traditional entry qualifications usually required. The qualification provides learners with an introduction to the business environment and to marketing as well as key academic, research and communication skills that are required for successful progression to higher education.

Who the Business Management - Diploma Level 3 qualification is for?

This qualification is suitable for you if you intend to take a business and management degree but do not yet have sufficient, relevant attainment at Level 3 to meet the entry requirements for a higher education course or you wish to progress your career in a management role at entry level. 

Progression

On successful completion of the Business Management - Diploma Level 3 qualification, there are a number of progression opportunities.

Students can progress to:

• A level 4 ATHE qualification such as the ATHE Level 4 Extended Diploma in Management
• A degree programme
• Students can go directly into employment in areas of growth in finance, administration and management

ATHE University Partners:

ATHE has a number of University partners, who offer online or on the campus Bachelor and Master courses including:

• Anglia Ruskin University
• Southampton Solent University
• University of Sunderland London Campus
• Northampton University
• Coventry University
• Cardiff Metropolitan University
• University of Bolton
• University of Bedfordshire
• Prince Edward Island University

For more information, please visit https://athe.co.uk/progression-routes/

Entry requirement for the Business Management - Diploma Level 3

This qualification is designed for students aged 16 and above.

For students who have recently been in education or training the entry profile is likely to include one of following:

• Age: 16 +
• 5 or more GCSEs at grades C and above
• other related level 2 subjects
• other equivalent international qualifications
• Applicants must also have an appropriate standard of English to enable them to access relevant resources and complete the unit assignments
• Applicants may also have relevant work experience

Mature students route:

Mature students are encouraged to apply and will be considered after interview. You may be required to present a more varied profile of achievement that is likely to include relevant work experience (paid and/or unpaid), participation and/or achievement of relevant qualifications.

You do not need to have studied Business and Management before but an interest in the subject is important

List of documents required for registration:

• Completed application form
• Authenticated scans of your qualifications, certificates and complete transcripts for all years of studies
• A copy of your passport
• A copy of your CV/résumé
• A scanned copy of a recent passport sized color photograph
• Proof of English proficiency
• Proof of address
• Two references

Assessment

There is no external assessment (i.e. exams) attached to any unit. You will be required to submit a final written assignment for each module. 

Overall Grading Type

Pass/Merit/Distinction

SFA Funding

Eligible for Advanced Learner Loans.

Syllabus

You must complete 4 mandatory units worth 60 credits to achieve the ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Business.

Modules:

How Businesses Operate

The key features of an organisation and there importance are explored, including Finance, Leadership, HR, Marketing, managing data and customer service

Marketing Principles and Techniques

An introduction to Marketing is provided followed by a look at research, analysis and promotional techniques

Academic and Research Skills for Business

This unit is for understanding ones own academic strengths and weaknesses and developing research papers using a variety of skills.

Communication Skills for Business

A look at how communication is used in business and how ones own communication skills can be developed to effectively present information and ideas.

How much will it cost?

• Please call to enquire
• The registration fee is £50 per module

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This course is now also available as Distance Learning (Tutor-led Virtual Classroom). Please enquire.

Course Overview

The ATHE Business Management - Level 4 is a 60 credit size qualification and is the equivalent level to the 1st year of a degree. The core content of this qualification is for those entering a role in management, with content focusing on the business environment, communication skills, and resource management, including an understanding of the research skills and personal development expected of a manager.

Progression

On successful completion of the Business Management - Level 4, there are a number of progression opportunities.

Students can progress to:

• You can progress to the 2nd year of a bachelor's degree from the ATHE Level 4 Extended Diploma in Management, or alternatively you can progress to an ATHE qualification at level 5. 

ATHE University Partners:

ATHE has a number of University partners, who offer online or on the campus Bachelor and Master courses including:

• Anglia Ruskin University
• Southampton Solent University
• University of Sunderland London Campus
• Northampton University
• Coventry University
• Cardiff Metropolitan University
• University of Bolton
• University of Bedfordshire
• Prince Edward Island University

For more information, please visit https://athe.co.uk/progression-routes/

Entry requirement for the Business Management - Level 4

This qualification is designed for students aged 19 and above.

For students who have recently been in education or training the entry profile is likely to include one of the following:

• Age: 19 +
• A GCE Advanced level profile with achievement in 2 or more subjects supported by 5 or more GCSEs at grades C and above
• other related level 3 subjects
• an Access to Higher Education Certificate delivered by an approved further education institute and validated by an Access Validating Agency
• other equivalent international qualifications

List of documents required for registration:

• Completed application form
• Authenticated scans of your qualifications, certificates and complete transcripts for all years of studies
• A copy of your passport
• A copy of your CV/résumé
• A scanned copy of a recent passport-sized color photograph
• Proof of English proficiency
• Proof of address
• Two references

Assessment

There is no external assessment (i.e. exams) attached to any unit. You will be required to submit a final written assignment for each Business Management - Level 4 module. 

Overall Grading Type

Pass/Merit/Distinction

SFA Funding

Eligible for Advanced Learner Loans.

Syllabus

You must complete 3 mandatory units and 1 optional unit worth 60 credits to achieve the ATHE Level 4 Diploma in Business.

Mandatory Units (for the 60-credit diploma)

• Business Environment
• Communication Skills
• People in Organisations

Optional Units

• Applying Promotional Techniques
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Administrative Services
• Planning a Work Based Team Project
• Finance for Managers
• Planning a New Business Venture
• Customer Relationship Management
• Study Skills
• Employability Skills
• Personal and Professional Development
• Business Ethics
• Business Law
• Manage Sustainability in an Organisation
• Resource Management

How much will it cost?

• Please call to enquire
• The registration fee is £50 per module

 See all our Business Management courses 

This course is now also available as Distance Learning (Tutor-led Virtual Classroom). Please enquire.

Course Overview

The ATHE Level 5 Diploma in Management was developed with support and feedback from UK universities. It is a 60-credit qualification and is the equivalent size and level to the second year of a bachelor’s degree.

This qualification has been designed for learners who are seeking to progress to take the final year of a bachelor’s degree course in an area of management and aims to develop learners understanding of management and to develop key management skills. 

Progression

On successful completion of the Business Management Level 5 qualification, there are a number of progression opportunities.

Students can progress to:

• You can progress to the 3rd year of a bachelor's degree from the ATHE Level 5 Diploma in Management, or alternatively, you can progress to an ATHE qualification at level 6. 

ATHE University Partners:

ATHE has a number of University partners, who offer online or on the campus Bachelor and Master courses including:

• Anglia Ruskin University
• Southampton Solent University
• University of Sunderland London Campus
• Northampton University
• Coventry University
• Cardiff Metropolitan University
• University of Bolton
• University of Bedfordshire
• Prince Edward Island University

For more information, please visit https://athe.co.uk/progression-routes/

Entry requirement for the Business Management Level 5

This qualification is designed for students aged 19 and above.

For students who have recently been in education or training the entry profile is likely to include one of following:

• Age: 19 +
• prior study in business, management or related subjects at level 4 or above a level 4 qualification, for example, an ATHE Level 4 Extended Diploma in Management or an ATHE Level 4 Diploma in Business and Administrative Management
• other equivalent international qualifications

List of documents required for registration:

• Completed application form
• Authenticated scans of your qualifications, certificates and complete transcripts for all years of studies
• A copy of your passport
• A copy of your CV/résumé
• A scanned copy of a recent passport-sized color photograph
• Proof of English proficiency
• Proof of address
• Two references

Assessment

There is no external assessment (i.e. exams) attached to any unit. You will be required to submit a final written assignment for each Business Management Level 5 module. 

Overall Grading Type

Pass/Merit/Distinction

SFA Funding

Eligible for Advanced Learner Loans.

Syllabus

You must complete 3 mandatory units and 1 optional unit worth 60 credits to achieve the ATHE Level 4 Diploma in Business.

Mandatory Units (for the 60-credit diploma)

• Managing Communication
• Business Organisations in a Global Context
• People Management

Optional Units

• Managing Stakeholder Engagement
• Risk Management
• Leading Organisational
• Equality and Diversity
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Manage Sustainability in an Organisation
• Resource Management
• Administrative Services
• Planning a Work Based Team Project
• Marketing Principles and Practice
• Planning a New Business Venture
• Customer Relationship Management
• Employability Skills
• Business Ethics
• Personal and Professional Development
• Business Law

How much will it cost?

• Please call to enquire
• The registration fee is £50 per module

See all our Business Management courses 

This course is now also available as Distance Learning (Tutor-led Virtual Classroom). Please enquire.

Course Overview

The ATHE Business Management Diploma Level 6 qualification covers key areas of management such as Leadership and Research with a wide range of optional units in areas such as Finance, HR, Marketing and Personal Development. It also provides entry to an MBA at a range of universities in the UK and overseas. 

It is a 60-credit qualification and is the equivalent size and level to the third year of a bachelor’s degree.

Progression

On successful completion of this qualification, there are a number of progression opportunities.

Students can progress to:

• You can progress to an ATHE Level 7 qualification or an MBA from the ATHE Level 6 Extended Diploma in Management.

ATHE University Partners:

ATHE has a number of University partners, who offer online or on the campus Bachelor and Master courses including:

• Anglia Ruskin University
• Southampton Solent University
• University of Sunderland London Campus
• Northampton University
• Coventry University
• Cardiff Metropolitan University
• University of Bolton
• University of Bedfordshire
• Prince Edward Island University

For more information, please visit https://athe.co.uk/progression-routes/

Entry requirement for the Business Management Diploma Level 6 qualification

These qualifications provide a flexible route for learners who have already achieved management qualifications at a lower level as well as for learners who do not have business or management qualifications, but may have qualifications in other areas and/or prior management experience in the workplace.

For students who have recently been in education or training the entry profile is likely to include one of following:

• Age: 19 +
• One or two years’ study of business, management or related qualifications at a Higher Education Institution
• A level 5 qualification in business, management or related subjects, for example, an ATHE Level 5 Diploma in Management
• Other equivalent international qualifications

List of documents required for registration:

• Completed application form
• Authenticated scans of your qualifications, certificates and complete transcripts for all years of studies
• A copy of your passport
• A copy of your CV/résumé
• A scanned copy of a recent passport-sized color photograph
• Proof of English proficiency
• Proof of address
• Two references

Assessment

There is no external assessment (i.e. exams) attached to any unit. You will be required to submit a final written assignment for each module. 

Overall Grading Type

Pass/Merit/Distinction

SFA Funding

Eligible for Advanced Learner Loans.

The Business Management Diploma Level 6 Syllabus

To achieve the Business Management Diploma Level 6 qualification all learners must complete two of the four core units totaling 30 credits. Learners then select the unendorsed (general) route or one of four pathways; Finance, Managing People, Operations Management or Sales and Marketing.

Mandatory Units (for the 60-credit diploma)

• Leadership and Management
• Research Project
• Managing Quality and Service Delivery
• Personal Leadership and Management Development

Optional Units

• Financial Decision Making for Managers
• Accounting
• Managing Finance in the Public Sector
• Economics for Business
• Factors Determining Marketing Strategies
• Marketing Communications
• Sales
• Branding
• Management Information Systems
• Logistics and Supply Chain Management
• Managing Change
• Risk management
• Project Management
• Human Resource Management

How much will it cost?

• Please call to enquire
• The registration fee is £50 per module

See all our Business Management courses