Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business Management and Study Skills

Progression routes:
  • Level 4 qualification
  • or directly into employment in an associated profession
  • or an undergraduate degree

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 realize not just their own potential but also that of organizations across a broad range of sectors.


Mandatory Units
  • An Introduction to the Business Environment
  • Business Resources
  • An Introduction to Marketing
  • Human Resource Management
  • Business Communication
  • Understanding Health and Safety in the Business Workplace
  • Managing Business Operations
  • An Introduction to Finance
  • English for University Studies
  • Communication and Cultural Skills for University

Optional Units
  • An Introduction to Leadership Skills
  • Organizational Culture
  • Workplace Welfare
  • Thinking Entrepreneurially

Credit Equivalency: 120

Duration: 12 Months