Applicants are expected to meet the following entry requirements:

• Have completed GCSE/IGCSE O Levels or an equivalent qualification in their own country.
• Have passed at least four subjects with a minimum grade of C, grade 4 or equivalent, including Mathematics and English.
• The qualification is suitable for learners aged 16 and above, including adult learners.
• Applicants whose first language is not English should normally have an IELTS score of 5.5 or above, or equivalent.
• Alternatively, learners may take the NCC Education Higher English Placement Test through an NCC Education Accredited Partner Centre.

Course Fee: £4,500

The course fee includes access to online learning materials, assessments, tutor support and the student learning portal.

Payment Options:

• Full payment
• Instalment payment options may be available
• Online payment through the student portal

Please contact the admissions team for further information regarding payment arrangements.

Module listing:

Learners complete all three core units and at least one elective unit.

Core Units

Advanced Basics in Business

This unit introduces learners to fundamental business concepts and the different types of business organisations. Learners develop their understanding of how businesses operate and examine important factors that influence business activities and decision-making.

Developing Financial Forecasting and Accounting in Business

This unit develops learners’ understanding of financial information and its importance in business planning and decision-making. Learners explore accounting concepts, financial forecasting and the use of financial information to understand and assess business performance.

Developing Organisation Structure

This unit explores how organisations are structured and how different organisational structures support business activities. Learners examine organisational functions, roles and responsibilities and develop an understanding of how different parts of an organisation work together.

Elective Units

Learners must complete at least one of the following elective units to achieve the required qualification credit value.

Developing Entrepreneurship Skills

This unit introduces learners to the knowledge, skills and characteristics associated with entrepreneurship. Learners explore business ideas, entrepreneurial opportunities and some of the key considerations involved in developing and establishing a business venture.

Marketing Principles

This unit introduces learners to fundamental marketing principles and the role of marketing within an organisation. Learners explore how businesses understand their markets and customers and how marketing activities can contribute towards achieving organisational objectives.

Communication in Business

This unit develops learners’ understanding of effective communication within a business environment. Learners explore different forms and methods of business communication and consider how appropriate communication contributes to professional relationships and organisational activities.

Developing eBusiness

This unit introduces learners to electronic business and the ways in which digital technologies can support business activities. Learners explore the development and application of eBusiness and consider its importance within the modern business environment.

Successful completion of the NCC Education Level 3 Diploma in Business, with a minimum grade of Pass, enables learners to progress to NCC Education Level 4 Business qualifications.

The qualification therefore provides a structured pathway for learners who wish to continue their business education at a higher level. Following progression through the appropriate higher-level qualifications, learners may pursue further higher education opportunities in business and related disciplines, subject to the entry and admissions requirements of the relevant institution.