Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business Studies

Course Content

• This qualification gives learners experience of the breadth and depth of the sector that will prepare them for further study or training. This includes the opportunity for learners to choose several topics from a selection of options reflecting the progression pathways in business. The learning programme covers the following content areas:
  
  • business environments
  • finance
  • marketing
  • international business
  • management

Entry Requirements

• 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths OR a relevant Level 2 Certificate at Distinction level OR an Apprenticeship in business/management. Mature students lacking formal qualifications will also be considered.

Next Steps

• The qualification carries UCAS points and is recognised by higher education providers as contributing to meeting admission requirements to many relevant courses, for example:
  
  • BSc (Hons) in Business and Management
  • BA (Hons) in Business and Finance
  • BA (Hons) in Business with Human Resource Management
  • BA (Hons) and BSc(Hons) in Business Studies
  • BSc (Hons) in International Management
  • BSc (Hons) or BA (Hons) in Marketing
  • BSc (Hons) in Retail Management.
  
  Learners should always check the entry requirements for degree programmes with specific higher education providers. After this qualification, learners can also progress directly into employment, however it is likely that many will do so via higher study.

Career Opportunities

• Areas of employment include junior roles in marketing, administration, finance, financial services, procurement, events management, human resources, and other related areas in the business sector.