Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration
For anyone looking to establish themselves in a challenging and fast-paced professional environment, a career in business administration is ideal and can lead you to a range of varied and exciting jobs. In addition, the demand for skilled business administrators has seen an increase in recent years, encouraging more students to take up a career in the field. One of the best aspects of a career in business administration is that you will probably never just focus on just one part of an organisation. A career in the field means you will be overlooking different business operations ranging from marketing to finance.
A career in this field will require you to perform a variety of tasks such as analysing data and market trends, managing an organisation’s finances as well as developing policies to improve the efficiency of business operations. Business administrators work in a variety of sectors. Some of these sectors include:
- Schools, hospitals and banks;
- Government agencies;
- Non-profit organisations;
- Real estate firms;
- Manufacturing industries;
- Transportation agencies and distribution centres.
Business administration is a smart choice for securing a successful future as it can open doors to a variety of career options. It helps students obtain roles that have long-term prospects. Students can develop career-specific skills that improve their employability and can help them enter many different fields ranging from healthcare administration to corporate management.
Enrolling for the Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration allows students to develop a broad understanding of business organisations and provides them with subject-specific knowledge in areas such as marketing, customer care, human resources, finance, team leadership, communication, and business policy and strategy.
This diploma will develop the knowledge and underpinning principles required to manage complex administrative processes and lead administration teams. Other areas covered by the qualification include customer handling, communication, and strategic planning.
Who is it suitable for?
This qualification is suitable for learners willing to gain knowledge and skills of business administration. It is also suitable for entrepreneurs and head of small organisations to understand the basics of doing business.
What are our entry requirements?
No prior knowledge, understanding, skills or qualifications are required before learners register for this qualification, however, it is likely that they will be seeking work within the business administrative sector, or they may already be employed in a cross-sector role of function that involves responsibility for carrying out and managing business administrative operations and functions.
How is this qualification structured?
At level 3 students must achieve a minimum of 58 credits:
- 27 credits from the Mandatory Group
- a minimum of 13 credits from Optional Units Group A
- a maximum of 10 credits from Optional Units Group B
- a maximum of 8 credits from Optional Units Group C.
- A minimum of 40 credits must be achieved at level 3 or above.
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https://verve.tquk.org/files/specifications/specification_307.pdf
How is it assessed?
All units are internally assessed by your Tutor through assessments and a portfolio of evidence. Upon completion of your portfolio, awarding organisation will carry out an External Quality Assurance of the qualifications.
To gain this qualification the learner will need to:
- Pass all units
- Complete all marked assignments and coursework
How long does it take to complete?
This qualification will take 6 months to complete.
What’s in it for me?
When you enrol on a Diploma from iAccess you gain access to a range of advantages to help you achieve your goals:
- 24/7 ability to track progress and undertake assignments
- equivalent to an A level, accepted by universities & colleges
- support and career coaching to help you succeed
Which type of job roles can you apply for on completion?
Upon achievement of this qualification at level 3, students can start applying for work in a wide variety of business administrative roles such as Office manager, Executive Assistant or Business Development Manager.
What is the academic progression?
Upon achievement of this qualification at level 3, students can progress to level 4 business management qualification or foundation year at universities.
How we support your learning?
We offer one to one support, digital resources, and high-quality career coaching to make sure you progress in your education, work, and life.
Our 6 month accelerated Business Administration programme offers one to one additional support, online workshops (three hours per week) and flexible learning.