An Ofqual-regulated Level 3 qualification that builds knowledge of organisational structures, planning, human resources, teamwork, leadership, ethics, culture, and professional development for empl...
This Ofqual-regulated Level 3 qualification is designed to develop knowledge and understanding of people, organisations, and employment. It consists of six mandatory units and is delivered in English through approved centres.
Ofqual-regulated OTHM qualification
6 mandatory units
60 credits in total
600 Total Qualification Time
240 Guided Learning Hours
Pass/Fail grading with coursework-based assessment
The OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in People and Organisations has been developed to provide learners with knowledge and understanding of the structure, values, and behaviours of organisations and the management of people. It supports learners in building the underpinning knowledge and skills needed for employment or further study.
Develops knowledge of people, organisations, and employment
Builds understanding of organisational values, culture, and behaviour
Covers planning, risk, and organisational performance
Introduces human resource planning, recruitment, and selection
Strengthens teamwork, leadership, and management awareness
Supports progression to employment and further academic study
This qualification develops core knowledge and skills through its qualification objectives and mandatory units, helping learners understand organisations, people management, communication, and personal effectiveness.
Develop a body of knowledge about people, organisations, and employment in a range of sectors
Develop knowledge of facts, theories, ideas, skills, materials, terminology, practices, and techniques associated with people, organisations, and employment
Develop self-confidence and skills required for the working environment, organisations, and employment
Improve communication skills and personal effectiveness for growth in employment or further study
Understand organisational structures, environments, ethics, culture, and values
Understand planning, human resources, teamwork, leadership, and professional development
This qualification is suitable for learners who want a Level 3 foundation in people and organisations and who are preparing for employment or further study in related subject areas.
Learners interested in how organisations and workplaces operate
Individuals seeking a foundation in people and organisational topics
Learners preparing for entry-level employment opportunities
Those planning to progress to undergraduate study
Learners aiming to progress to OTHM Level 4 diplomas
Individuals aged 16 and above with the capability to undertake study and assessment
OTHM does not specify formal entry requirements for this qualification. Centres must ensure learners are capable of undertaking the learning and assessment, and the qualification is offered in English.
Learners can be offered the qualification from age 16
Learners from non-majority English-speaking countries must provide evidence of English language competency
The qualification is internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by OTHM. Learners must meet all learning outcomes and assessment criteria to achieve a pass.
Coursework-based assessment across the qualification
Internal assessment by the approved centre
External verification by OTHM
Personal and Professional Development is assessed through a portfolio of evidence
Successful completion of this qualification provides opportunities for both workplace and academic progression. Learners may progress to a wide range of relevant undergraduate programmes, including OTHM Level 4 diplomas.
Employment in a range of sectors
Progression to relevant undergraduate programmes
Progression to OTHM Level 4 diplomas
Further academic development through OTHM progression routes
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