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The Level 3 Diploma in Business and Management is a 120-credit Ofqual regulated qualification and equivalent to an Access to HE qualification.

It has been designed for those who wish to progress to a business or management degree but may not have the traditional entry qualifications usually required.

Equivalent to Access to Higher Education


Designed for those who wish to progress to a business or management degree and may not have the traditional entry qualifications usually required.

Business Environment

Understand the complexities of the organisational environment.

Businesses & Organisations

Gain insights into business objectives, structure, and customer service.

Business Communication

Develop skills in communication theory and business communication.

Working in Teams

Learn about team roles and develop employability skills.

Leading & Managing People

Explore leadership and management principles.

Market Research

Apply principles to conduct a market research project.

Financial Controls in Business

Understand budgets, cash flows, and basic financial analysis.

Advanced Learner Loan

Student Finance support Available

This course is eligible for funding via an Advanced Learner Loan.

The Government introduced Advanced Learner Loans to help adults with the costs of further education courses. Getting a loan doesn’t depend on your income, and there are no credit checks.

Advanced Learner Loans aren’t repaid until you earn over £27,295 yearly.

£4,170, Pay nothing, if you progress to Higher Education

If you progress onto a higher education course, Student Finance England will write off any outstanding balances for your Access to HE upon your completion of the course.

Building Business Foundations into Higher Education

Are you looking to enhance your business acumen and leadership skills?

This informative webinar will guide you through the ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Business and Management—perfect for aspiring students without traditional entry qualifications!

  • Pay nothing for the course if you progress to university!
  • Eligible for funding through Advanced Learner Loans—no income or credit checks!
  • Loans only start repayment when you earn over £27,295 annually.
  • Outstanding balances for your Access to HE course will be written off upon completion of a higher education course.