Extended Diploma in Business, Management and Study Skills

Key Information:

Programme Summary:

The Certificate Level 3 Extended Business, Management, and Study Skills is a comprehensive 12-month program designed to equip students with essential knowledge in business principles, management strategies, and academic study skills. This qualification provides a strong foundation in key business disciplines such as finance, marketing, human resource management, and operations, while also developing critical thinking, leadership, and communication skills essential for success in both academic and professional settings.

Program Structure

The curriculum covers core business concepts alongside study skills modules to support academic development and workplace readiness.
Mandatory Units
- An Introduction to the Business Environment – Understanding key business functions and the external factors that impact organizations.
- Business Resources – Exploring financial, human, and physical resources essential for business operations.
- An Introduction to Marketing – Learning fundamental marketing principles, strategies, and market analysis.
- Human Resource Management – Examining HR functions, workforce planning, and employment relations.
- Business Communication – Developing effective communication skills for the workplace and professional settings.
- Understanding Health and Safety in the Business Workplace – Covering workplace safety regulations and best practices.
- Managing Business Operations – Learning about production, logistics, and process management.
- An Introduction to Finance – Understanding financial concepts, budgeting, and business financial management.
- English for University Studies – Enhancing academic writing, research, and comprehension skills.
- Communication and Cultural Skills for University – Developing intercultural communication and professional etiquette for a global business environment.

Optional Units
An Introduction to Leadership Skills – Exploring leadership theories, decision-making, and team management.
Organizational Culture – Understanding corporate culture, change management, and organizational behavior.
Workplace Welfare – Examining employee well-being, work-life balance, and ethical business practices.
Thinking Entrepreneurially – Developing entrepreneurial mindsets, innovation strategies, and business planning.