• Business Management

    Level 3 (120 Credits) Course

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About the course

The Level 3 University Foundation Programme is a 120 credit qualification (equivalent to two A levels) which helps students learn key concepts and a range of management procedures required to work within a business, it has been specifically developed to provide the knowledge required for students to work effectively, both as individuals and in teams within business. Being able to develop good business management skills is crucial for any company. The Level 3 Diploma Business Management is made up of 6 modules and 6 written assignments, each module consists of approximately 40 guided learning hours. Additional teacher led learning hours are provided in our Blended packages. While completing the Diploma, students will have access to various study resources, such as tutor support and webinars, a social learning forum, and additional materials to help in the completion of their graduate business course. Upon completion of this course, students receive an ATHE Level 3 Business Management qualification which is fully regulated by Ofqual. Students will then have the opportunity to apply for admission onto a full Undergraduate Degree programme from a range of UK universities. Alternatively students can opt to study our Level 4/5 Extended Diploma in Management and then go on to complete a Undergraduate Top Up at a range of UK universities.
Awarding Body

I would definitely say The PBB Academy is a fantastic alternative to University level studies.

WILLIAM SHARPLES

Business Management Level 3
The Business management Course has three modes of learning you can choose from:

Distance Learning
Blended Learning
Blended Learning Plus

A full description of each learning mode is available here.

Students can make payment using one of the following methods:

Credit or debit card*
Bank transfer
Paypal
G-Pay

Fees and what's included in each learning option are listed below in the Course Options section.

* Initial deposit is payment via STRIPE by Credit or Debit card or G-Pay. Contact us for other payment methods.
All course material, including online modules and written assignments
Bookable personal tutor support with 1-2-1 video conference sessions
Dedicated student support
Access to an online social learning forum
Access to our Virtual Campus
Assignment marking and feedback

As we offer 3 different learning modes please see additional features in the price panel below
On completion of this course students will have the opportunity to apply for admission onto a full BA Degree programme from a range of UK universities. Alternatively students can opt to study our Level 4/5 Extended Diploma in Management and then go on to complete a BA Top Up at a range of UK universities.

University of Sunderland – On Campus
BA (Hons) Business and Management (Year 1 ) – £9250

University of Hertfordshire
BA (Hons) Business Administration (Online)

Birmingham City University – On Campus
BA (Hons) Marketing (Professional Practice) fee £9,000, duration Full Time 3 years

BA (Hons) Business – progression from ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Business, fees £9,000 (UK or EU) or £12,000 (international), duration Full time 3 years / Sandwich 4 years

BSc (Hons) Business Accountancy, fees £9,000 (UK or EU) or £12,000 (international), duration Full time 3 years / Sandwich 4 years
This course is most suited to individuals who are at least 16 years old, have a high school education and wish to progress onto a degree at university, or the Undergraduate Level 4/5 Extended Diploma in Management with PBB Learning Academy.
The level 3 course is made up of 6 modules and 6 written assignments. Each module consists of 40 guided learning hours of material with an additional 30-50 hours worth of optional materials that comprise of recommended exercises, recommended readings, Internet resources and self-testing exercises. Additional Tutor led learning hours are provided on our Blended Learning packages.
Managing business operations
Effective management of the business operations undertaken within an organisation is the key to its overall success. No organisation will be able to achieve its objectives without effective management of its operations. This module is divided into six sections, each of which deals with one aspect of the management of business operations.

Maximising resources

An organisation that fails to dedicate sufficient attention to its use of resources will prove to be unprofitable over time. By being observant and prudent, any organisation can achieve significant gains from the management of its resources.

The business environment
A sound understanding of the environment in which an organisation operates is a valuable asset in management. In order to make effective decisions, it is important for managers to be aware of the factors that influence the environment and the benefits which can be achieved from using the nature of the environment to good effect. Without such knowledge, it is easy to misjudge the consequence of any actions taken.

Managing people in organisations

Effective management of people within an organisation is essential if the objectives of the organisation are to be achieved. People represent the single most important resource of the organisation and their needs must be understood and respected.

Working in teams
Modern organisations use opportunities for team working as much as possible as this is an effective and proven method for getting the best performance from members of the workforce. Teams may be involved in all activities of an organisation – from production right through to financial decision making. This module looks at the role played by teams within organisations and how the human element interacts.

Effective business communication
Good communication is essential in any organisation in order to pass information from one person to another. This module explains the need for effective communication and demonstrates how this can be achieved within a work environment.
The ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Business has 6 modules and 6 written assignments. On completion of the modules, students will be given access to the assignments. The assignments are approximately 5,000-8,000 words each. Students are provided with support on the modules and assignments through bookable tutorials in our Virtual Campus.

The assignment unit titles that students need to complete for the level 3 course are:

1. Managing business operations
2. Maximising resources to achieve business success
3. The business environment
4. Managing people in organisations
5. Working in teams
6. Effective business communications
Course fees
What is included in the cost of my course?
University Progression
Am I eligible for this progamme?
Course Overview
Course module listing
Written assignments
Course fees mobile
The Business management Course has three modes of learning you can choose from:

Distance Learning
Blended Learning
Blended Learning Plus

A full description of each learning mode is available here.

Students can make payment using one of the following methods:

Credit or debit card*
Bank transfer
Paypal
G-Pay

Fees and what's included in each learning option are listed below in the Course Options section.

* Initial deposit is payment via STRIPE by Credit or Debit card or G-Pay. Contact us for other payment methods.
What is included in the cost of my course?
All course material, including online modules and written assignments
Bookable personal tutor support with 1-2-1 video conference sessions
Dedicated student support
Access to an online social learning forum
Access to our Virtual Campus
Assignment marking and feedback

As we offer 3 different learning modes please see additional features in the price panel below
University Progression
On completion of this course students will have the opportunity to apply for admission onto a full BA Degree programme from a range of UK universities. Alternatively students can opt to study our Level 4/5 Extended Diploma in Management and then go on to complete a BA Top Up at a range of UK universities.

University of Sunderland – On Campus
BA (Hons) Business and Management (Year 1 ) – £9250

University of Hertfordshire
BA (Hons) Business Administration (Online)

Birmingham City University – On Campus
BA (Hons) Marketing (Professional Practice) fee £9,000, duration Full Time 3 years

BA (Hons) Business – progression from ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Business, fees £9,000 (UK or EU) or £12,000 (international), duration Full time 3 years / Sandwich 4 years

BSc (Hons) Business Accountancy, fees £9,000 (UK or EU) or £12,000 (international), duration Full time 3 years / Sandwich 4 years
Am I eligible for this progamme?
This course is most suited to individuals who are at least 16 years old, have a high school education and wish to progress onto a degree at university, or the Undergraduate Level 4/5 Extended Diploma in Management with PBB Learning Academy.
Course Overview
The level 3 course is made up of 6 modules and 6 written assignments. Each module consists of 40 guided learning hours of material with an additional 30-50 hours worth of optional materials that comprise of recommended exercises, recommended readings, Internet resources and self-testing exercises. Additional Tutor led learning hours are provided on our Blended Learning packages.
Course module listing
Managing business operations
Effective management of the business operations undertaken within an organisation is the key to its overall success. No organisation will be able to achieve its objectives without effective management of its operations. This module is divided into six sections, each of which deals with one aspect of the management of business operations.

Maximising resources
An organisation that fails to dedicate sufficient attention to its use of resources will prove to be unprofitable over time. By being observant and prudent, any organisation can achieve significant gains from the management of its resources.

The business environment
A sound understanding of the environment in which an organisation operates is a valuable asset in management. In order to make effective decisions, it is important for managers to be aware of the factors that influence the environment and the benefits which can be achieved from using the nature of the environment to good effect. Without such knowledge, it is easy to misjudge the consequence of any actions taken.

Managing people in organisations
Effective management of people within an organisation is essential if the objectives of the organisation are to be achieved. People represent the single most important resource of the organisation and their needs must be understood and respected.

Working in teams
Modern organisations use opportunities for team working as much as possible as this is an effective and proven method for getting the best performance from members of the workforce. Teams may be involved in all activities of an organisation – from production right through to financial decision making. This module looks at the role played by teams within organisations and how the human element interacts.

Effective business communication
Good communication is essential in any organisation in order to pass information from one person to another. This module explains the need for effective communication and demonstrates how this can be achieved within a work environment.
Written assignments
The ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Business has 6 modules and 6 written assignments. On completion of the modules, students will be given access to the assignments. The assignments are approximately 5,000-8,000 words each. Students are provided with support on the modules and assignments through bookable tutorials in our Virtual Campus.

The assignment unit titles that students need to complete for the level 3 course are:

1. Managing business operations
2. Maximising resources to achieve business success
3. The business environment
4. Managing people in organisations
5. Working in teams
6. Effective business communications

How Will I Be Assessed ?

Assessment at The PBB Learning Academy is a very straightforward process:

After you have completed an online module, you will have an online assessment to complete. This assessment contains 30 multiple-choice questions. You will have one hour to complete these questions which are answered in sets of five so you will have plenty of time to review and edit your answers. After an hour the test will automatically time out.

After you have completed the test, your results will be displayed immediately. If you have passed, you will receive a Certificate of Completion. If you didn’t pass, you will receive a notification of a “refer’’ where you will be told how to retake a module assessment. You can complete these modules at your own pace, as there is no deadline to complete the course.

When the online modules have been successfully completed, you will then be able to take the final written assignments, provided by the PBB Academy, that test your knowledge and understanding of the modules. After successful completion of these eight assignments you will receive your Diploma (from the Awarding Organisation).

You will then be eligible to apply for progression onto a Top up course through a recognised UK university on campus or by distance learning.

Course Options

Select the learning method for how you wish to study the course, either by Distance Learning, Blended Learning or the Blended Learning Plus package.

LEVEL 3

Distance Learning
Package Includes

Online learning Materials
Webinars
Assessments
Module Certificates
Final ATHE certificate*
Tutorial Support
Online student forum
Full assignment feedback and support.
Virtual Campus
Recognised Ofqual Qualification
£1600
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LEVEL 3

Blended Learning

Package Includes all the benefits of the Distance Learning package
Plus

Real college experience in a virtual environment
Unlimited bookable Tutorial Support
Lessons in real time with a teacher
Personalised learning plan
Course induction
Personal tutor
Interview (via Zoom)
Real time discussions with other learners
1:1 lessons, Group lessons
University application support (incl UCAS)
Personal Statement support
Lessons recorded for playback
Recognised Ofqual Qualification
£2995
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LEVEL 3

Blended Learning Plus
Package Includes all the benefits of Blended Learning package.
Plus

Membership of the PBB Learning Hub with access to 100's of Continuing Professional Development courses

English as a Foreign Language support

Recognised Ofqual Qualification
£3145
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Have a question?

If you have concerns or questions you would like to discuss prior to enrolling on a course then please get in touch!
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