Level 3 Diploma in Business and Management- Foundation

Specifications

1. Qualification title: Qualifi Level 3 Integrated Diploma in Business and Management

2. Reference: 603/4730/2

3. Qualification type: Vocational Related Qualification

4. Level: 3

5. Accreditation status: Accredited

6. TQT: 1200

7. Guided learning hours: 960

8. Credit Equivalency: 120

9. Qualification number (RQF) : 610/1675/5

10. Progression routes: Qualifi Level 4 qualification or Year 1 of UK University

11. Availability: UK and International

12. Course Length: 6 Months or More

13. Study Mode: Online, Blended, On Campus.

14. Fees: On campus £6,500

Units

1. An Introduction to the Business Environment

2. Business Resources

3. An Introduction to Marketing

4. Human Resource Management

5. Business Communication

6. Understanding Health and Safety in the Business Workplace

7. Managing Business Operations

8. An Introduction to Finance

9. An Introduction to Leadership Skills

10. Organisational Culture

11. Workplace Welfare

12. Thinking Entrepreneurially

Awarding Classification/Grading

All unit grading is shown on the qualification transcript.

• Fail – 0-39%

• Pass – 40%-59%

• Merit – 60% – 69%

• Distinction 70%+

Assessment model: Summative assessments are provided by Qualifi

Components of the qualification to be monitored: All components. All assessments – once internally marked, across all units and assessors. Learners from various cohorts to be sampled by Qualifi’s EQA (based on the centre delivery model, duration)

Qualification Overview

The qualification has been created to develop and reward those learners who are looking to or already have chosen a career in a business-related sector. We hope that centres and learners take the opportunity to learn a great deal from this programme that will provide relevant new skills and qualities.

It is envisaged that this programme will encourage both academic and professional development so that learners move forward to realise not just their own potential but also that of organisations across a broad range of sectors.

Learning Outcomes

The ability to read and use appropriate literature with a full and critical understanding the ability to think independently and solve problems Apply subject knowledge and understanding to address familiar and unfamiliar problems Recognise the moral and ethical issues of business practice and research; appreciating the need for ethical standards and professional codes of conduct An appreciation of the interdisciplinary nature of business and service provision Capacity to give a clear and accurate account of a subject, in a mature way and engage in debate and dialogue both with specialists and non-specialists Transferable skills and knowledge that will enable individuals to meet changes in business To motivate individuals to progress to further professional development through future study or as part of their chosen career.

Progression Details

The Level 3 Integrated Diploma in Business and Management is accredited at Level 3 with a total equivalence of 120 credits. It is envisaged that learners completing this diploma will progress to a Qualifi Level 4 qualification, or Year 1 of UK University. Upon completing this Level 3 diploma, learners can progress to a Qualifi Level 4 qualification. Learners can also step directly into employment in an associated profession.

Progression FAQ’s: https://qualifi.net/progression-faqs/

Career Opportunities.

Primary areas of employment include:

1. Operations Manager
2. Office Manager
3. Financial Planner
4. Program Manager
5. Junior Manager
6. Business Analyst

7. Fleet Manager

Entry Requirements

Entry to the qualification will be through centre interview and learners will be expected to hold the following:

• qualifications at Level 2 and/or;

• work experience in a business environment and demonstrate ambition with clear career goals;

• Level 3 qualification in another discipline and want to develop their careers in management.

List of Universities with Progression Paths

Some of the universities, where previous Qualifi graduates gained entry or have formal progression arrangements include:

1. Anglia Ruskin University
2. University of Central Lancashire
3. University of East London
4. University of Gloucestershire
5. De Montfort University
6. University of Bolton
7. University of Lincoln
8. University of West of Scotland
9. University of Wolverhampton
10. Birmingham City University
11. University of Derby
12. Arden University
13. University of Law
14. Bath Spa University
15. Bangor University
16. Leeds Beckett University
17. University of Bedfordshire
18. BPP University
19. Buckinghamshire New University
20. University of Chichester
21. Cardiff Metropolitan University
22. University of Cumbria
23. Glasgow Caledonian University
24. Northumbria University
25. University of Huddersfield
26. Liverpool John Moores University
27. London South Bank University
28. The Open University
29. Staffordshire University
30. University of New England – Australia
31. Wrexham Glyndwr University
32. University of Suffolk