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Certificate in Business Studies (Level 3) [Accelerated mode]

Online Course | Tutor is available to students | Qualification listed on OfQual website


London School of Planning and Management

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Study method
Online
Duration
6 months · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

The Certificate in Business Studies qualification is focused on managing communication, business organisations in a global context, people management and finance, as well as an understanding of the research skills and personal development expected of a manager. It includes a broad range of highly relevant business and management subject areas, making it ideal for those who have started, or are planning to move into, a career in private of public sector business. The programme allows learners to acquire knowledge and understanding in a range of topics and to develop key skills they require to work in Business Management roles.

OfQual Qualification Number: 603/2338/3

What is Ofqual?

The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (OfQual) regulates qualifications, examinations and assessments in England.

OfQual has set a range of rules for regulated qualifications, as well as guidance which supports those rules. The body also has set out separate rules for national assessments.

Why choose LSPM?

  • Your qualification is recognised and accepted world over.
  • Experience online-time study like never before with our purpose built smart learning tools which gives you advantage of studying anytime and anywhere.
  • Flexible payment plans, pay fee in easy monthly, quarterly or yearly instalments.
  • Fast track mode - attain your qualification in just 6 months !
  • Dedicated Tutor Support via live chat.

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Description

Qualification Structure:
The Level 3 Certificate in Business Studies consists of 2 mandatory units plus 1 optional unit that provide for a combined total of 30 ( 10 credits each unit) credits:


Mandatory Units:

  • Personal, Professional and Academic Development
  • Introduction to the Business Environment

Optional Units (Choose any one)

  • Customer Service Excellence
  • Introduction to Marketing
  • Using IT for Business

Comparing Qualification:

Qualifications are different in different countries. However there are some clear stages
people move through in education that are common to most countries.

  • This qualification represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competences that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to GCE AS/A Levels.
  • This qualification is designed for learners who are seeking to progress to higher education to take a Bachelors degree or Level 4 diploma course.

Programme is offered in 2 duration modes :

  • Accelerated mode (6 months @ £1299)
  • Standard mode (9 months @ £999)

Payment Plans for Accelerated mode - 6 Months (GBP £1299)

  • Payment option (a): GBP £433 x 3 monthly instalments
  • Payment option (b): GBP £1234 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

Payment Plans for Standard mode - 9 Months (GBP £999)

  • Payment option (c): GBP £199 x 5 monthly instalments
  • Payment option (d): GBP £499 x 2 quarterly instalments
  • Payment option (e): GBP £949 x 1 instalment

(We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

Who is this course for?

This qualification will suit you if you are planning to take a business degree but do not yet have sufficient,relevant attainment at Level 3 to meet the entry requirements for a higher education course.

Requirements

Learners must be 16 year of age to apply.

  • No specific entry requirements for this programme
  • No formal qualification required for entry to this programme.

Career path

Passing the Level 3 Certificate in Business Studies enables learners to progress into or within employment and/or progression to Level 3 Diploma in Business Studies.

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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.