Business and Management

NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Championing Sustainability in the Workplace

Description

This qualification is designed for learners wishing to gain knowledge, skills, and understanding to support sustainability in the workplace. It is ideal for those looking to play a key role in environmental responsibility and champion sustainability within a variety of workplace settings.

Who is this qualification for?

This qualification is suitable for individuals interested in championing sustainability efforts within their workplace. It is perfect for those who aspire to work in sustainability roles such as sustainability coordinators or environmental assistants.

Why is this qualification the most suitable?

With sustainability being a critical focus in today’s workplaces, this qualification offers the essential skills and knowledge required to promote green practices and take up key roles that drive environmental responsibility. It is aligned with global sustainability goals and tailored for those wanting to contribute to sustainable initiatives.

What does this qualification cover?

The qualification covers a broad range of sustainability topics, including:

• Challenges of sustainability in the workplace
• Environmental standards and legislation
• Green procurement and waste management
• Low carbon technologies and decarbonisation
• Sustainable transport, construction, and water management
• Promoting biodiversity and sustainable food in the workplace

What could this qualification lead to?

learners could move into various sustainability-related roles such as:

• Environmental coordinator
• Sustainability coordinator
• Environmental assistant

Further Learning Opportunities:

This qualification provides pathways to further education, such as:

• HNC/HND in applied science (environmental science)
• Higher apprenticeships such as environmental practitioner or technician scientist
• Degrees in environmental sustainability or global environmental change

ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Business and Management

Description

The Level 3 Diploma in Business and Management (120-credit) is designed to offer learners a much broader and more comprehensive experience of business. With both mandatory Introduction to Financial Controls in Business and Leading and Managing People units building on the core of units from the Level 3 Diploma in Business, the Level 3 Diploma in Business and Management requires learners to study basic leadership and management principles, which can then be developed further through the study of 2 additional optional units.

This qualification is designed for learners who are typically aged 16 and above. For learners who have recently been in education or training the entry profile is likely to include one of following:

• 5 or more GCSEs at grades C and above
• other related level 2 subjects
• other equivalent international qualifications

Learners must also have an appropriate standard of English to enable them to access relevant resources and complete the unit assignments.

Mature learners may present a more varied profile of achievement that is likely to include relevant work experience (paid and/or unpaid), participation and/or achievement of relevant qualifications.

This may be used for recognition of prior learning (RPL). This qualification can be delivered either in the classroom, via distance learning or blended.

Curriculum

To obtain the ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Business and Management learners must achieve all six mandatory units. 

• Managing Business Operations – K/508/3605 (20 credits)
• Maximising Resources to Achieve Business Success – M/508/3606 (20 credits)
• The Business Environment – T/508/3607 (20 credits)
• Managing People in Organisations – H/508/3604 (20 credits)
• Working in Teams – A/508/3608 (20 credits)
• Effective Business Communication – F/508/3609 (20 credits)

Progression Pathway

On successful completion of a Level 3 Diploma in Business and Management there are a number of progression opportunities.

Learners may progress to:

• Level 4 ATHE qualification such as the ATHE Level 4 Extended Diploma in Business and Management
• Other level 4 qualifications
• Degree programme
• Employment or setting up own business

NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Skills For Business 60 Credits

Description

This qualification provides transferable skills, knowledge and understanding that can be applied in any business setting. The units in Group A are aligned to National Occupational Standards for business and represent the core attributes required by employers in a range of business settings. The objectives of this qualification are to provide learners with:

• an understanding of the essential skills required to work successfully in a business environment
• the skills required to solve problems in a business environment
• an understanding of business culture and responsibilities
• the ability to successfully communicate and work with others in a business environment
• the opportunity to develop the skills required to manage and improve their own performance in a
• business environment
• the skills, knowledge and resources to carry out human resource activities, including health and
• safety in the workplace, employment law and recruitment and selection.

This qualification may be eligible for funding. For further guidance on funding, please click here. This qualification is suitable for use within a Study Programme.

This qualification has UCAS points as follows:

• Distinction*: 84
• Distinction: 72
• Merit: 48
• Pass: 24

Curriculum

To be awarded the Level 3 Diploma in Skills for Business: Human Resources, learners are required to successfully complete 6 graded units from Group A 

Group A

• Unit 01 Business culture and responsibilities (10 credits) 
• Unit 02 Deliver customer service in a business environment (10 credits) 
• Unit 03 Produce documents in a business environment (10 credits)
• Unit 04 Solve problems in a business environment (10 credits)
• Unit 05 Work with others in a business environment (10 credits) 
• Unit 06 Communicate in a business environment (10 credits) 
• Unit 07 Contribute to running a project (10 credits) 
• Unit 08 Innovation in a business environment (10 credits) 
• Unit 09 Manage and improve own performance in a business environment (10 credits) 
• Unit 10 Respond to change in a business environment (10 credits) 

Progression Pathway?

This study programme will give you an insight into the world of further education and employment. The programme is designed to offer you the opportunity to develop skills, knowledge and understanding which will prepare you for further learning or training at levels 4 and 5 and develop knowledge and skills in the business area. It will also develop your skills and personal qualities in preparation for all areas of employment and provide a basis for further study and motivation towards your career development.

On completion of the study programme, you could progress to further qualifications including: 

• NCFE Levels 3 and 4 Diplomas in Business Administration
• NCFE Levels 3 and 4 Diplomas in Customer Service
• NCFE Levels 3 and 4 Diplomas in Management
• Foundation degree in a business-related discipline

NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration 60 Credits

Description

This qualification is suitable for learners aged 16 and above. This qualification aims to provide learners with the knowledge and skills they need to operate as a successful business administrator. It also allows learners to develop skills in a range of areas relevant to business administration roles.   

The aims and objectives of this qualification are to:

• provide learners with the knowledge and skills they need to operate as a successful business administrator
• confirm competence of those already fulfilling a business administration role
• allow learners to develop skills in a range of areas relevant to business administration roles, such as communication, presentation skills and providing administrative support.

The objectives of this qualification are to help learners to:

• develop the skills and qualities valued in employees by employers
• understand and work on their strengths and weaknesses as a business administrator.

This qualification is designed for learners who are working or would like to work, in a business administration role within any sector or industry. It’s ideal for those who are new to the role or who’ve been working at that level for a short period of time.

There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification. However, learners may find it helpful if they’ve already achieved a Level 2 qualification.

Curriculum

To be awarded the NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration, learners must achieve a minimum of 58 credits. 

• 27 credits from the mandatory units in Group A 
• a minimum of 13 credits from Group B 
• The remaining credits can be taken from either Group B, C or D – however a maximum of 10 credits from Group C and a maximum of 8 credits from Group D can count towards overall achievement.

A minimum of 40 credits must be achieved at level 3 or above. 

Mandatory Group A 

• Unit 01 Principles of business (10 credits) 
• Unit 02 Principles of business communication and information (4 credits) 
• Unit 03 Communicate in a business environment (4 credits) 
• Unit 04 Principles of administration (6 credits) 
• Unit 05 Manage personal and professional development (3 credits)

Groups B, C and D optional units can be seen on the link below**

Progression Pathway?

Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to:

• NCFE Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Business Administration
• NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Customer Service
• NCFE Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Customer Service
• NCFE Level 4 Diploma in Management

This qualification aims to provide learners with a number of progression options, including higher level studies at university or FE colleges.

ATHE Level 3 Diploma In Business

Introduction to the ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Business - 610/1761/9

Description

The Level 3 Diploma in Business (60-credits) qualification is designed to provide opportunities for learners to have initial gateway access to the key themes, issues and skills that underpin most business roles and activity. The qualification aims to give learners new to business a broad, current and integrated introduction to the subject. The qualification has 5 mandatory units and a synoptic structure with learners utilising learning in units 1 – 4 in a project-based Unit 5.

This qualification comprises a part of ATHE’s International Access Programme (IAP) and is designed to be taken alongside other 60-credit IAP subjects to give learners a balanced range of different Level 3 subject options.

Curriculum Structure - Mandatory Units

• F/650/4815 Unit 1 Business Environment 3 10 60
• H/650/4816 Unit 2 How Businesses and Organisations Work 3 10 65
• J/650/4817 Unit 3 Business Communication 3 10 55
• L/650/4819 Unit 4 Working in Teams 3 10 60
• T/650/4820 Unit 5 Market Research 3 20 120

Introduction to the ATHE Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Business - 610/1763/2

Aims of the Qualification

Mandatory Units

• F/650/4815 Unit 1 Business Environment 
• H/650/4816 Unit 2 How Businesses and Organisations Work 
• J/650/4817 Unit 3 Business Communication 
• L/650/4819 Unit 4 Working in Teams 
• T/650/4820 Unit 5 Market Research 

Plus either:

– both units 6 and 7, or

– at least 1 unit from units 6 and 7 plus 1 other optional unit 

• A/650/4822 Unit 6 Introduction to Financial Controls in Business
• D/650/4823 Unit 7 Leading and Managing People 

Optional Units

• F/650/4824 Unit 8 Principles of Marketing and Sales 
• H/650/4825 Unit 9 Human Resources 
• J/650/4826 Unit 10 Organisational Strategy 
• K/650/4827 Unit 11 Online Marketing 
• L/650/4828 Unit 12 International Business 
• M/650/4829 Unit 13 Project Management

Introduction to the ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Business and Management - 610/1764/4

Aims of the Qualification

The Level 3 Diploma in Business and Management (120-credit) is designed to offer learners a much broader and more comprehensive experience of business. With both mandatory Introduction to Financial Controls in Business and Leading and Managing People units building on the core of units from the Level 3 Diploma in Business, the Level 3 Diploma in Business and Management requires learners to study basic leadership and management principles, which can then be developed further through the study of 2 additional optional units.

For learners looking to build towards higher education study in business management or careers in management, this qualification offers the opportunity to both understand the interrelationship between core business activities and leading/managing, and to explore that relationship in other business areas.

Mandatory Units

• F/650/4815 Unit 1 Business Environment 
• H/650/4816 Unit 2 How Businesses and Organisations Work 
• J/650/4817 Unit 3 Business Communication 
• L/650/4819 Unit 4 Working in Teams 
• T/650/4820 Unit 5 Market Research 
• A/650/4822 Unit 6 Introduction to Financial Controls in Business
• D/650/4823 Unit 7 Leading and Managing People 

Optional Units

• F/650/4824 Unit 8 Principles of Marketing and Sales 
• H/650/4825 Unit 9 Human Resources 
• J/650/4826 Unit 10 Organisational Strategy 
• K/650/4827 Unit 11 Online Marketing 
• L/650/4828 Unit 12 International Business 
• M/650/4829 Unit 13 Project Management

Introduction to the ATHE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business and Management - 610/1765/6

Aims of the Qualification

The Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business and Management (180-credit) requires learners to complete all 13 units and provides for a complete Level 3 introduction to Business and Management. The Level 3 Extended Diploma is the broadest possible experience for those learners who require the fullest range of exposure to business themes, issues and skills. For those learners interested in fully realising their own academic interest and potential for the subject, this qualification offers the opportunity to engage with the widest possible number of business/management-related topics.

Curriculum

Assessment for each unit is completed based on achievement of the Learning Outcome at the standards set by the Assessment Criteria for that unit. The learner can therefore achieve a Pass, Merit, Distinction or Fail for each unit based on the quality of the work submitted and the assessor’s judgements made against the criteria provided.

Mandatory Units

• F/650/4815 Unit 1 Business Environment 
• H/650/4816 Unit 2 How Businesses and Organisations Work 
• J/650/4817 Unit 3 Business Communication 
• L/650/4819 Unit 4 Working in Teams 
• T/650/4820 Unit 5 Market Research 
• A/650/4822 Unit 6 Introduction to Financial Controls in Business
• D/650/4823 Unit 7 Leading and Managing People 
• F/650/4824 Unit 8 Principles of Marketing and Sales 
• H/650/4825 Unit 9 Human Resources 
• J/650/4826 Unit 10 Organisational Strategy 
• K/650/4827 Unit 11 Online Marketing 
• L/650/4828 Unit 12 International Business 
• M/650/4829 Unit 13 Project Management

Entry Requirements

These qualifications are designed for learners who are typically aged 16+.

ATHE’s policy regarding access to our qualifications is that:

• they should be available to everyone who is capable of reaching the required standards
• they should be free from any barriers that restrict access and progression
• there should be equal opportunities for all those wishing to access the qualifications

Centres should review the prior qualifications and experience of each learner and consider whether they provide the necessary foundations to undertake the programme of study at Level 3.If there are exceptional entrants, centres are advised to contact ATHE. For learners with disabilities and other specific needs, this review will need to take account of the support available to the learner during teaching and assessment of the qualification.

For learners who have recently been in education or training the entry profile is likely to include one of following:

• 5 or more GCSEs at grades 4 and above
• 5 or more GCSEs at grades C and above
• Other related level 2 subjects
• Equivalent international qualifications

Learners must also have an appropriate standard of English to enable them to access relevant resources and complete the unit assignments. For those whom English is not their first language we recommend the following standards of proficiency in English language skills or an approved equivalent for these qualifications:

• IELTs 5.5
• Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) B2
• Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) 162 or above
• Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic 42-49

Mature learners may present a more varied profile of achievement that is likely to include relevant work experience (paid and/or unpaid) with levels of responsibility, participation and/or achievement of relevant professional qualifications. This may be used for recognition of prior learning (RPL). Learners may also hold RQF qualifications which will enable them to claim an exemption from part of the qualification.