Level 3 Diplomas in
Business Studies
Leading to an Extended Diploma, Diploma or Subsidiary Diploma
Depending on your previous qualifications, you could opt to study either an Extended Diploma, Diploma or Subsidiary Diploma in Business Studies. For more information on Level 3 Diplomas visit our choosing the right course for you page. You can find out more about each study option using the tabs below.
This more advanced qualification is designed to reinforce your business focus and strengthen your career prospects. During the course you will explore the many diverse areas of business such as marketing, accountancy, human resource management, business strategy and planning.
Our links with key business professionals mean you’ll also have the chance to gain real industry insights from visiting guest speakers, work experience opportunities and study.
What will I study?
- Business studies
- Marketing
- Finance
- Human resource management
- Economics
- ICT (option)
- Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths depending on previous qualifications
- You will have the opportunity to take part in a Young Enterprise Company
You will study 18 modules
How long will it take?
- 2 years, full-time
What qualifications do I need to start?
- 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above to include English and Maths, or
- Relevant Level 2 Diploma at Merit or above
What qualifications will I gain?
- Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business Studies
- Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths depending on previous qualifications
Course options after this programme
- Progress onto study a degree in business or a business related subject, or
- Go straight into employment within the business sector
Career options
- Job opportunities in a business or commercial enterprise or in public service
What will I study?
- Business studies
- Marketing
- Finance
- Human resource management
- Economics
- ICT (option)
- Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths depending on previous qualifications
- You will have the opportunity to take part in a Young Enterprise Company
You will study 12 modules
How long will it take?
- 2 years
What qualifications do I need to start?
- 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, preferably including English, Maths and Science, or
- Level 2 Diploma in Business at Merit or Distinction, or
- Level 3 Extended Certificate at Merit
What qualifications will I gain?
- Level 3 Diploma in Business Studies
- Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths depending on previous qualifications
Course options after this programme
- Progress onto study a degree in business or a business related subject, or
- Go straight into employment within the business sector
Career options
- Job opportunities in a business or commercial enterprise or in public service
What will I study?
- Business studies
- Marketing
- Finance
- Human resource management
- Economics
- ICT (option)
- Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths depending on previous qualifications
- You will have the opportunity to take part in a Young Enterprise Company
You will study 6 modules
How long will it take?
- 1 year, full-time
What qualifications do I need to start?
- 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above
- Level 2 Diploma in Business at Merit or Distinction
What qualifications will I gain?
- Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Business
- Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths depending on previous qualifications
Course options after this programme
- Level 3 Diploma in Business with Merit
- Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business with Distinction
Career options
- Job opportunities in a business or commercial enterprise or in public service
How much will this course cost?
If you are under 19 on 31st August 2019 the tuition fees and exam costs are free for our courses. If you are aged 19 or over you may have to pay a fee.
You may also be required to pay costs associated with study tours or additional qualifications.
For more information on fees and to find out about what financial support may be available to you visit the student finance pages on our website.
Transport
Our college bus service collects over 1,400 students every day from far and wide. What’s more, getting to Reaseheath is FREE* on all college bus routes. To find a bus route near you visit the transport pages on our website.
Accommodation
At Reaseheath we have on-site residential accommodation for up to 1,000 students. If you are aged over 16 and studying on a full-time course you may apply for a residential place. Visit the accommodation pages on our website for more information.
How do I apply?
If you have found a course you are interested in and are in Year 11 or above you can apply now online. For a step by step guide on the application process visit the how to apply pages on our website.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can find out more information about this course on our FAQs page.
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Student Profile
Victor Parker
Previous course: Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business 2015
“Reaseheath gave me the opportunities I needed to become a future leader through interactive and hands-on activities such as Young Enterprise and Career Development. The atmosphere and community feel helped me to gain confidence and I have utilised this to make ambitious education and career jumps. I was able to support other students, and this helped me to progress into full leadership and project management roles at university.
“I graduated with a BA (Hons) and a Level 7 Chartered Management Institution (CMI) degree and I did a year’s work experience in a management role. Since graduating, I’ve been approached by businesses such as Dyson, Rolls-Royce, IBM and Virgin about graduate jobs.
“Reaseheath gave me the confidence and the skill set to pursue these opportunities and I am grateful to the staff who believed in us during our studies.”