Business, administration and finance
Advanced diploma
Two-years, level three
You will learn how to assess business opportunities and will develop the skills you need to succeed in business as an entrepreneur or an employee. You will develop your personal skills such as problem solving and decision making. You will practice working successfully as part of a team and advance your communication skills through practical tasks.
Required qualifications
Five or more A*-C grades at GCSE including English language and mathematics. Students can also progress to the course from the higher diploma.
What will I study?
Through theory and practical activities you will gain an understanding of the different professions and skills involved in this industry.
Core subjects that you must study:
- business enterprise/business administration
- finance and accounting
- communication in business
- personal finance and financial services
- numeracy, communication and ICT skills.
On the course you will:
- learn how to identify and exploit business opportunities
- benefit from work experience in a business environment
- have the opportunity to be mentored by a professional working in business
- solve business problems through both case study and engagement with real businesses
- have the opportunity to combine the diploma with a A-level or vocational course.
Method of assessment
Assessment will be through a combination of assignments, projects and examinations.
What will I be able to progress to?
The advanced diploma will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to progress to university, further training or employment. This may be within the broad world of business and commerce or you might choose to use your transferable skills in a different sector.