ATHE Level 4 Extended Diploma in Business Management
Course Introduction
The Level 4 Business and Management Diploma is designed to provide learners with a thorough understanding of essential business practices and management techniques.
Course Overview
The Level 4 Business and Management Diploma is designed to provide learners with a thorough understanding of essential business practices and management techniques. This course covers both theoretical and practical aspects of business, equipping students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a dynamic global business environment. It includes 4 mandatory units and 4 optional units, offering learners the flexibility to tailor their studies to specific areas of interest. This qualification helps prepare students for managerial roles in a variety of sectors and provides a strong foundation for further study or career progression.
Course Overview
Course Objectives
Learning Objectives
- Develop an understanding of the national and global business environment, and how organisations function within it.
- Enhance communication skills within organisations and learn how to manage different communication channels effectively.
- Equip learners with the financial and management accounting techniques necessary for making informed business decisions.
- Foster resource management skills that are vital for efficient operation within organisations.
- Provide learners with the opportunity to explore key areas of business such as marketing, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and entrepreneurship.
- Enable students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world business problems through work-based projects and team collaboration.
Entry Requirments
To be eligible for the Level 4 Business and Management Diploma, applicants should meet the following requirements:
Age: Must be 18 years or older.
Academic Qualifications:
A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C/Grade 4 or above, or
An equivalent Level 3 qualification, or
Relevant professional experience.
English Language Proficiency (for non-native speakers):
IELTS 5.5 or
Equivalent English proficiency certification.
Previous Knowledge or Experience: Learners should have a basic understanding of business concepts, although this is not mandatory.
Eligibility Criteria
Intended Learner
Entry Profile
This course is ideal for:
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Aspiring Managers: Individuals aiming to develop core business and management skills in preparation for managerial roles.
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Career Changers: Those seeking a career switch into business and management.
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Recent Graduates: Learners who have completed secondary education or similar qualifications and wish to pursue higher education in business.
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Business Professionals: Those looking to enhance their business knowledge and skills for career advancement.
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International Learners: Individuals from outside the UK looking for a recognised UK qualification to progress in the global job market.
Key Insights
Summary-Key Takeaways
- 4 Mandatory Units
- 4 Optional Units
- 60 Total Credits
- 15 Credits per Unit
- Total Qualification Time (TQT): 600 hours
- Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 200 hours
- Course Duration: Flexible (typically 9-12 months)
- Awarding Body: Recognised UK awarding body
Course Summary
Study Modules
Mandatory Units
- The Business Environment – 15 Credits
- People in Organisations – 15 Credits
- Communication Skills for Business – 15 Credits
- Financial and Management Accounting Techniques for Managers – 15 Credits
Optional Units (choose any 2)
- Resource Management – 15 Credits
- The Marketing Mix – 15 Credits
- Corporate Social Responsibility – 15 Credits
- Managing a Work-Based Team Project – 15 Credits
- Entrepreneurship – 15 Credits
- Customer Relationship Management – 15 Credits
- Administrative Services – 15 Credits
- Managing Information and Knowledge – 15 Credits
- Managing Operations – 15 Credits
- Managing Quality – 15 Credits
- Digital Communications – 15 Cred