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Business Studies (Level 3)

Distance Learning Course, featuring tutor support and AI assistance, available online or as a study pack option.


Open Learning College

Summary

Price
£415 inc VAT
Funding options

Funding options available on our website

Study method
Online
Course format What's this?
Reading material - PDF/e-book, slides, article/plain text
Duration
200 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
12 months
Qualification
No formal qualification
Achievement
Certificates
  • QLS & OPA - Free
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
  • Tutor is available to students
  • TOTUM card included in price What's this?

Overview

Embark on a transformative learning journey with the UK’s most innovative home study provider, offering courses designed to unlock your true potential and facilitate the career change you desire. Access our distance learning courses directly from anywhere, anytime, and acquire industry-recognised Professional Qualifications essential for advancing in your career.

Specifically, explore the flexible and convenient Business Studies (Level 3) course, an ideal way to gain a diploma qualification. Whether you aim for further education, improved job prospects, or expanded knowledge, this comprehensive course allows you to prepare thoroughly for exams or careers through home study. Plus, it’s structured to be accessible and beneficial even if you have no prior knowledge in Business Studies .

This course teaches how businesses work; the different types and how the world around them affects decision-making within a business. What leads to change and how do businesses respond to these issues; and the range of perspectives that can be taken on business activities such as the services on offer.

This course will help develop a range of important and transferable skills such as data skills; presenting arguments and making recommendations on the basis of the available evidence, and problem solving to help a business maximise their potential. A broad variety of business related topics ranging from finance, keeping records to operations and resource management will be provided.

Achievement

Certificates

QLS & OPA

Digital certificate - Included

Open Learning College have undergone external quality checks to ensure that the organisation and the courses’ it offers meet a high standard. Regular reviews of our courses are carried out as part of the endorsement process.

The course depth and study has been benchmarked at Level 3 against level descriptors published by Ofqual.

Visit www.qualitylicencescheme.co.uk for more information.

1. You will receive your accreditation directly from QLS, once you have successfully completed your course (certification fees are included in the course fee).

2. You will receive the Open Pathway Accreditation Diploma (OPA.dip) from Open Learning College.

Course media

Resources

  • Business Studies Level 3 (QLS) Course -

Description

What Will You Learn?

  • In Business Studies, you'll dive into various facets of the corporate world.
  • From understanding fundamental economic principles to exploring marketing strategies, financial management, and operational strategies, the course covers a wide array of essential business elements.
  • You'll learn about organisational structures, the impact of globalisation, market analysis, consumer behavior, and the importance of strategic planning.
  • Moreover, the curriculum might touch on aspects of human resources, entrepreneurship, and the digital landscape's role in contemporary business operations.
  • Throughout, there will likely be case studies, practical examples, and opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios.

Course Entry Requirements

At Open Learning College, we firmly believe that education should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or previous education experience. That’s why we’ve designed our Business Studies (Level 3)course to be open to anyone who is interested in learning more about this fascinating subject, without any prior knowledge or experience required.

We want to give everyone the opportunity to expand their knowledge and take part in a highly rewarding online course, which is why we keep our entry requirements to a minimum. This means that you can start the course at any time and study at your own pace for up to 12 months from the date of initial registration, with the full support of a personal tutor.

Who is this course for?

  • The target audience for Business Studies generally includes individuals aiming to deepen their understanding of the business world or pursuing a career in the corporate sector.
  • This course is suitable for recent high school graduates looking to enter the field of business, as well as professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge or transition to managerial roles.
  • It caters to anyone intrigued by the dynamics of commerce, finance, marketing, and management.
  • Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a future manager, or someone seeking a comprehensive understanding of how businesses operate, this program provides a solid foundation in the fundamentals of the business landscape.

Requirements

  • The good news is that no prior learning knowledge or experience is essential to take this course. This course is openly available to anyone wishing to learn more about Business Studies (Level 3) and would like to take part in a highly rewarding distance learning study course.
  • We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to expand their knowledge and study further, so we try to keep our entry requirements to a minimum.
  • You have the freedom to start the course at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 12 months from initial registration with full tutor support.

Career path

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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.