The ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Business is a 60-credit Ofqual regulated qualification designed for learners who wish to develop a foundation in business and progress towards higher-level study in business or management.
The programme introduces learners to the business environment, how organisations operate, professional business communication, teamwork and market research. It also develops study and employability skills that can support progression into higher education or employment.
The qualification is designed for learners who are typically aged 16 and above.
For learners who have recently been in education or training, the entry profile is likely to include one of the following:
Course Fee: £4,500
The course fee includes access to online learning materials, assessments, tutor support and the student learning portal.
Payment Options:
Please contact the admissions team for further information regarding payment arrangements.
Business Environment
This unit introduces learners to the external environment in which businesses operate. Learners explore stakeholders, sectors of the economy and the effect of external factors on organisations, including the use of STEEPLE analysis to understand changes in the business environment.
How Businesses and Organisations Work
This unit develops an understanding of how organisations are structured and operated. Learners explore organisational objectives, customer service, legal identities and the human, physical and other resources required for organisations to function effectively.
Business Communication
This unit develops the principles and practical skills required for effective business communication. Learners explore internal and external communication, communicating complex business information in written and oral formats, customer communication and the review of their own communication skills.
Working in Teams
This unit develops learners' understanding of effective teamwork, leadership and motivation. Learners explore how teams operate, how individuals contribute to team performance and how their own employability skills can be reviewed and developed.
Market Research
This unit introduces the principles of marketing that underpin market research. Learners examine legal and ethical considerations, plan and undertake market research, interpret research findings and use the results to support business decision-making.
Successful completion of the ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Business enables learners to progress to higher-level qualifications, including ATHE Level 4 business and management programmes. Learners may subsequently progress through Levels 4 and 5 before entering relevant university degree programmes. Progression opportunities may include Business Management, Marketing, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Human Resource Management, and related disciplines, subject to university entry requirements.
The ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Business is a 60-credit Ofqual regulated qualification designed for learners who wish to develop a foundation in business and progress towards higher-level study in business or management.
The programme introduces learners to the business environment, how organisations operate, professional business communication, teamwork and market research. It also develops study and employability skills that can support progression into higher education or employment.
The qualification is designed for learners who are typically aged 16 and above.
For learners who have recently been in education or training, the entry profile is likely to include one of the following:
Course Fee: £4,500
The course fee includes access to online learning materials, assessments, tutor support and the student learning portal.
Payment Options:
Please contact the admissions team for further information regarding payment arrangements.
Business Environment
This unit introduces learners to the external environment in which businesses operate. Learners explore stakeholders, sectors of the economy and the effect of external factors on organisations, including the use of STEEPLE analysis to understand changes in the business environment.
How Businesses and Organisations Work
This unit develops an understanding of how organisations are structured and operated. Learners explore organisational objectives, customer service, legal identities and the human, physical and other resources required for organisations to function effectively.
Business Communication
This unit develops the principles and practical skills required for effective business communication. Learners explore internal and external communication, communicating complex business information in written and oral formats, customer communication and the review of their own communication skills.
Working in Teams
This unit develops learners' understanding of effective teamwork, leadership and motivation. Learners explore how teams operate, how individuals contribute to team performance and how their own employability skills can be reviewed and developed.
Market Research
This unit introduces the principles of marketing that underpin market research. Learners examine legal and ethical considerations, plan and undertake market research, interpret research findings and use the results to support business decision-making.
Successful completion of the ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Business enables learners to progress to higher-level qualifications, including ATHE Level 4 business and management programmes. Learners may subsequently progress through Levels 4 and 5 before entering relevant university degree programmes. Progression opportunities may include Business Management, Marketing, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Human Resource Management, and related disciplines, subject to university entry requirements.
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