OTHM Level 3 Diploma in Business Management develops essential knowledge of communication, business environment, people management, customer service, finance and marketing, preparing learners for h...
This Ofqual-regulated Level 3 qualification provides a broad introduction to core business functions through six mandatory units and a coursework-based assessment structure.
Ofqual regulated OTHM qualification
Level 3 standard equivalent to GCE AS/A Levels
6 mandatory units
120 credits in total
1200 Total Qualification Time and 600 Guided Learning Hours
Assessed through coursework and portfolio evidence
The OTHM Level 3 Diploma in Business Management is designed to provide learners with an in-depth understanding of the operations and structure of businesses. It develops underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills associated with key business activities including communication, business environment, people management, customer service, finance and marketing.
Develop an in-depth understanding of business operations and structure
Build knowledge across key business functions and activities
Strengthen research, investigation and review skills in business contexts
Apply business knowledge and routine techniques to practical situations
Improve ICT, written, oral and analytical skills
Support progression to higher study and the world of work
This qualification develops knowledge and skills across the main areas of business management covered by the official mandatory units.
Understand communication in business, including verbal, non-verbal, written and IT communication
Analyse business types, sectors, functions and internal and external environments
Understand employee motivation, employee relations, performance management and leadership
Develop knowledge and skills required to operate effectively in customer service roles
Record financial transactions and produce key accounting statements
Understand marketing principles, market research and marketing campaign planning
This course is suitable for learners seeking a broad Level 3 business qualification that supports further study or entry into business-related roles across different sectors.
Learners aged 16 and above
Individuals preparing for Level 4 business study
Learners seeking a foundation in core business functions
Those interested in business, administration or customer-facing roles
Students aiming to progress toward university study
Learners wanting practical and academic business development
OTHM does not specify formal entry requirements for this qualification, but centres must ensure learners are suitable for the programme and capable of undertaking learning and assessment.
Learners can be offered this qualification from age 16
Centres must ensure learners have sufficient capability at the right level to undertake the learning and assessment
Assessment is based on coursework. To achieve a pass, learners must provide evidence that they have fulfilled all learning outcomes and met all assessment criteria for each unit.
Assessment method: coursework
Unit assessment through portfolio of evidence
Learners must meet all learning outcomes and assessment criteria
Overall grading type: Pass / Fail
Successful completion of this qualification supports both academic and workplace progression. Learners may progress to higher-level OTHM study and may also be considered by many universities for entry to relevant degree programmes.
Progression to a wide range of OTHM Level 4 diplomas
Opportunity for workplace progression
Potential consideration for direct entry to relevant Bachelor's degree programmes
Access to OTHM university progression opportunities
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