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Business Development Level 7
Thames College

Updated 2026 | FREE Level 7 QLS Endorsed Certificate| 3 Bonus Courses + 4 PDF Certificates as Gift | Instant Access

Summary

Price
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£100 inc VAT (was £125)
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Offer ends 13 May 2026
Study method
Online
Duration
157 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
1 year
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
200 CPD hours / points
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Achievement
Endorsed by The Quality Licence Scheme
Assessment details
  • Assignment For QLS Endorsed Certificate (included in price)
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  • Tutor is available to students
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Overview

How can one streamline business operations, optimise procurement, and improve overall business success with the help of strategic planning and project management? - The Business Development Level 7 - QLS Endorsed course provides the comprehensive knowledge required to answer this question.

Delving into core topics like business development, succession planning, process management, and supply chain management, it creates a well-rounded understanding of business practices. The theoretical emphasis on planning and forecasting operations, along with procurement and purchasing management, equips learners with the tools necessary to answer the overarching question.

★ Additional Bonus Courses ★

  • Course 1: Business Intelligence and Data Mining
  • Course 2: Marketing Strategies for Business
  • Course 3: Branding Your Business

Learning Outcomes:

This course offers you the following:

  • An in-depth understanding of the business development process and succession planning.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of process and supply chain management.
  • Expertise in planning and forecasting operations for better business outcomes.
  • Proficiency in procurement and purchasing management to optimise resources.
  • Theoretical grounding in project management to ensure efficient execution of business projects.
  • Insights into retail pricing and its strategic impact on the business revenue.

Additional perks of selecting course from Thames College:

Thames College offers you the benefit of —

  • Free QLS Endorsed Certificate upon completing the course.
  • Learn with an engaging voiceover and visual elements.
  • Get a year's worth of unlimited access to the course.
  • Receive round-the-clock access to expert assistance.
  • Participate in quick assessments and get instant feedback on your course progress.
  • Study on your own schedule from the convenience of your own home.

Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses.

Achievement

Assessment details

Assignment For QLS Endorsed Certificate

Included in course price

CPD

200 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

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Description

Course Curriculum :

  • Business Development & Succession Planning - Learn to strategise business development plans and explore succession planning.

  • Process Management - Gain a theoretical understanding of process management to enhance efficiency.

  • Supply Chain Management - Comprehend the workings of supply chain management to streamline operations.

  • Planning & Forecasting - Master the art of planning and forecasting to steer the business in the right direction.

  • Procurement & Purchasing Management - Delve into procurement and purchasing management for cost optimisation.

  • Project Management - Acquire theoretical knowledge of project management for effective planning and execution.

  • Retail Pricing - Understand retail pricing strategies to maximise revenue. Start your business journey today!

Certificate of Achievement

  • Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed Certificate of Achievement

Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive an original hardcopy certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. The certificate will be home-delivered for free. It should be noted that students who live outside the UK must pay a £10 postage fee.

  • CPD Accredited Certification

You will be eligible for CPD Accredited Certificates after completing this course successfully. PDF & Hardcopy completely free of charge (Title Course Only). However, there is a shipping cost of £2.99 for UK delivery & a £10 postage fee for international shipping.

Who is this course for?

  • Aspiring business professionals seeking to enhance their theoretical knowledge.
  • Existing Corporate Employees aiming to upskill.
  • Individuals who are interested in understanding the intricacies of business development.
  • Anyone looking to gain a comprehensive understanding of business operations

Requirements

This course is accessible to anyone with an eagerness to learn.

Career path

  • Business Development Manager - £40,000 - £60,000 per annum.
  • Supply Chain Manager - £35,000 - £55,000 per annum.
  • Procurement Manager - £40,000 - £60,000 per annum.
  • Project Manager - £45,000 - £65,000 per annum.
  • Operations Manager - £45,000 - £70,000 per annum.
  • Retail Pricing Analyst - £30,000 - £50,000 per annum.

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This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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