Category
Business & Management
Level
Level 3
Qualification Number
603/6571/7
Total Credits
60
Course Overview
The ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Small Business and Social Enterprise Start-up is a 60-credit Ofqual regulated qualification and is the equivalent level to an A Level or Access to HE qualification. It has been designed for learners who wish to progress to a business or management degree and may not have the traditional entry qualifications usually required.
The qualification aims to provide learners with the underpinning knowledge and understanding of a range of topics within the Small Business and Social Enterprise Start-up environment. These topics will allow learners to develop practical and theoretical approaches to solving problems and finding solutions using Small Business and Social Enterprise Start-up.
This qualification sits within a suite of ATHE L3 qualifications, which is called the International Access Programme (IAP). Each qualification has a credit value of 60. Learners may choose to study one or more of the qualifications in this suite.
Grading
Graded with Pass, Merit and Distinction.
Advanced learner loans available in the UK – to check if funding is available see the latest Qualification Catalogue here.
For the progression routes visit our progression routes page.
Delivery Mode
This qualification can be delivered either in the classroom, via distance learning or blended.
Additional
This qualification is eligible for UCAS points. To find out how much points your qualification is worth, please visit the UCAS Tariff Calculator here.
Typical Age
This qualification is designed for learners who are typically aged 16 and above.
Qualifications
For learners who have recently been in education or training the entry profile is likely to include one of the following:
5 or more GCSEs at grades C and above or Grade 4 and above
other related level 2 subjects
other equivalent international qualifications
Language
For those whom English is not their first language we recommend the following standards of proficiency in English language skills or an approved equivalent for this qualification:
IELTs 5.5
Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) B2
Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) 162 or above
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic 42-49
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Quality Assurance
Credits: 5
Mandatory: Yes
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Presenting a Business Plan
Credits: 5
Mandatory: Yes
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Running and Monitoring a Small Enterprise Start-up
Credits: 20
Mandatory: Yes
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Reviewing Performance of an Enterprise Start-up
Credits: 10
Mandatory: Yes
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Market Research
Credits: 10
Mandatory: Yes
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Business and Financial Planning
Credits: 10
Mandatory: Yes
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