Course Overview
The ATHE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business and Management is a 180-credit qualification regulated by Ofqual. It is equal in level to an A Level or an Access to Higher Education qualification.
This course is ideal if you want to study a business or management degree but do not have the usual entry qualifications. Your achievements are recognised with Pass, Merit, and Distinction grades.
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Course Highlights
Ofqual-regulated qualification, equal in level to an A Level
180 credits across 13 mandatory modules
Graded with Pass, Merit, and Distinction
Designed as a pathway to business and management degrees
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Learning Outcomes
Communicate clearly in a professional business setting
Understand the basics of managing money and budgets in a business
Learn leadership skills and how to manage people effectively
Plan and work through a business project from start to finish
Who Is This Course For?
- •Learners aged 16 and above who want a recognised qualification in business
- •Anyone who wants to progress to a business or management degree but does not have traditional entry qualifications
- •Learners who want to study online
Entry Requirements
Typically for learners aged 16 and above
5 or more GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, or other related Level 2 qualifications, or an equivalent international qualification
If English is not your first language, you should have one of the following: IELTS 5.5, CEFR B2, Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) 162 or above, or Pearson PTE Academic 42 to 49
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Skills Gained
Gain a complete understanding of business through 13 modules covering essential areas such as finance, marketing, leadership, and management.
A structured pathway covering all key areas of a business
An Ofqual-recognised qualification for further study and career progression
Tutor support available throughout your learning journey
Course Curriculum
12 Modules
15 Lectures
120 Guided Learning Hours
ATHE
Awarded by
ATHE is a UK awarding organisation established in 2011 that develops regulated qualifications across areas including business, management, healthcare, computing, and education. Regulated by Ofqual, ATHE works with approved centres worldwide to deliver recognised qualifications that support career progression, professional development, and further study.
What is OFQUAL?
Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) is the independent regulator responsible for overseeing qualifications, examinations and assessments in England. Its role is to maintain confidence in the qualifications system by ensuring that regulated qualifications are developed, assessed, and awarded to appropriate standards.
Ofqual regulates recognised awarding organisations and monitors whether they meet the required regulatory conditions. This helps ensure that qualifications are reliable, consistent, fair, and provide a meaningful measure of learners’ knowledge, skills and achievements
An Ofqual-regulated qualification is a qualification that is awarded by an awarding organisation officially recognised and regulated by Ofqual. This provides learners, employers and education providers with assurance that the qualification operates within a recognised quality and regulatory framework.
Course Advantages
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Learn about your progression options after completing the course
Connect with learners studying through ATHE registered centres
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Method of Assessment
This qualification is assessed through a portfolio of evidence, which is internally assessed. Learners must demonstrate achievement of the required learning outcomes across all five mandatory units. There is no external examination for this qualification.
- Portfolio of Evidence: You will provide evidence demonstrating your knowledge and understanding across the five mandatory units.
- Internal Assessment: Your evidence is assessed internally to confirm that the required learning outcomes for each unit have been achieved.
- Completion Criteria: You must successfully demonstrate achievement of all required learning outcomes across the five mandatory units to achieve the qualification
Certification
Upon successful completion, individuals will be awarded the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business and Management by ATHE.
Meet the Tutor
Marie Eldridge
Marie Eldridge is the Head of Phlebotomy Services at the NHS Foundation Trust in the UK. She brings 13 years of extensive clinical experience across hospitals and other medical settings as a Phlebotomy Training Manager. As a certified phlebotomist specialising in paediatric care and an expert educator, she delivers specialised training on blood components and venipuncture techniques to equip aspiring professionals with essential clinical and laboratory skills.
Career Progression
After completing this qualification, you can apply for roles that value the knowledge and skills gained through the ATHE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business and Management.
1
Admin Assistant
$30,480 Approx./pa
2
Office Manager
$31,750 Approx./pa
3
Marketing Executive
$29,210 Approx./pa
Academic Progression
Successfully completing this qualification can help you continue to higher education or move into a supervisory role.
Progress to an ATHE Level 4 qualification in Business and Management
Apply to a university degree programme, using this qualification as your entry route
Use your 180 credits toward a related undergraduate degree
