# OTHM Level 3 Diploma in Business Management > The OTHM Level 3 Diploma in Business Management is an Ofqual-regulated Level 3 diploma in Business Management worth 120 credits (1200 hours of total qualification time), delivered online and flexibly by LSIB, an OTHM approved centre. It is equivalent to A-levels / access to higher education. Most learners complete it in one year, studying part-time around work. - Course page: https://upskilluni.com/courses/othm-level-3-diploma-in-business-management/80 - Provider: [LSIB Diploma Courses](https://upskilluni.com/providers/lsib-diploma-courses) - Price: £950, buy online - Study method: Online - Duration: 9 months · Self-paced - Level: Beginner - Qualification: Level 3 Diploma in Business Management - Includes: tutor support, certificate, finance options - Subjects: [Business, Management & Legal](https://upskilluni.com/courses/business-management-and-legal), [Business Management](https://upskilluni.com/courses/business-management) - Last updated: 2026-11-12 ## Description The objective of the OTHM Level 3 Diploma in Business Management qualification is to provide learners with an in-depth understanding of the operations and structure of businesses. The qualification will provide learners with the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills associated with business activities. It will prompt research, investigation and review of aspects of business which include Business Communication, The Business Environment, People Management, Customer Service, Finance and Marketing. After completing OTHM Level 3 Diploma in Business Management a learner should be able to demonstrate and/or work with: Knowledge and Understanding - An appreciation of the body of knowledge that constitutes a discipline of business. - A range of knowledge, facts, theories, ideas, properties, materials, terminology, practices and techniques about, and associated with, business , its functions and its context. - Apply knowledge, skills and understanding using some of the basic, routine practices, techniques to address set situations and/or problems related to the business management of organisations. - Relating field of business, functions of business, industries, sector to a range of practical and/or commonplace applications. Generic Skills - Obtain, organise and use factual, theoretical and/or hypothetical information in drawing conclusions and suggest solutions to business organisations. - Use a wide range of skills, such as ICT, basic analysis of range of numerical and graphical data and effective written and oral communication. - Take responsibility for carrying out a range of activities where the overall goal is clear, under non-directive supervision. - Exercise some supervisory responsibility, work in teams, evaluate the work of others and make use of limited resources efficiently. Successful completion of this qualification will support learners progressing to university, and to provide learners with the requisite skills and knowledge to enter the world of work in their chosen sector. ## Curriculum - Communication for Business - The Business Environment - People Management - Customer Service - Finance in Business - Marketing ## Who is this course for? This Level 3 diploma suits school leavers, career changers and adult learners who want a regulated route into business management or into Level 4 study without A-levels. Study fully online with tutor support from LSIB, with no fixed timetable. Assessment by assignments, so you can evidence learning from your own workplace. ## Entry requirements The OTHM Level 3 Diploma in Business Management qualification can be offered to learners from age 16. OTHM does not specify entry requirements for these qualifications, but delivery centres are required to ensure that learners admitted to the programme have sufficient capability at the right level to undertake the learning and assessment. OTHM Centres must ensure learners are recruited with integrity onto appropriate qualifications that will: meet their needs enable and facilitate learning and achievement enable progression English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information… ## Certificates OTHM Qualifications certificate for the Level 3 Diploma in Business Management (Ofqual qualification number 603/7795/1). Registration and certification fees are included in the course fee. ## Career path Successful completion of the OTHM Level 3 Diploma in Business Management provides learners the opportunity for a wide range of academic progressions including the OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Business Management. University progression routes published by OTHM include: Bangor University: progress to year 1 of BSc Business Management, BSc Marketing, BSc…; De Montfort University: progress to year 1 of BA (Hons) International Tourism and…; University of Greater Manchester: progress to year 1 of BSc (Hons) Business Management; University of Law: progress to year 1 of Undergraduate Business Course. ## Funding Standard mode (9 months): £950. Fast-track mode (6 months): £1,250. Pay monthly or quarterly in instalments, or pay in full and save 5%. A £10 enrolment fee is paid on application.