# OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in People and Organisations > The OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in People and Organisations is an Ofqual-regulated Level 3 foundation diploma in People and Organisations worth 60 credits (600 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-foundation-diploma-in-people-and-organisations/91 - 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 Foundation Diploma in People and Organisations - 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 OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in People and Organisations has been designed to provide learners with a flexible, relevant course to gain knowledge and understanding about the structure, values and behaviours of organisations and the management of people. Successful completion of this qualification will equip learners with the underpinning knowledge and skills required to succeed in employment or further studies. The learners will: - Develop a body of knowledge about people, organisations and employment in a range of sectors. - Develop a range of knowledge, facts, theories, ideas, skills, materials, terminology, practices and techniques about, and associated with people and organisations and employment. - Develop self-confidence and skills required for the working environment and organisations and employment. - Improve communication skills and personal effectiveness that will provide a basis for growth in employment and or in further study. ## Curriculum - Organisation Structures and their Culture and Values - Principles of Organisational Planning - Managing Human Resources - Personal and Professional Development - Teamwork - Leadership and Management Skills ## Who is this course for? This Level 3 foundation diploma suits school leavers, career changers and adult learners who want a regulated route into people and organisations 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 OTHM Level 3 qualifications can be offered to learners from age 16. OTHM does not specify entry requirements for these qualifications. OTHM ensures 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. The qualification is offered in English. English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information visit English Language… ## Certificates OTHM Qualifications certificate for the Level 3 Foundation Diploma in People and Organisations (Ofqual qualification number 603/7032/4). Registration and certification fees are included in the course fee. ## Career path Successful completion of the OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in People and Organisations provides learners with the opportunity for workplace and academic progressions to a wide range of OTHM Level 4 diplomas. For more information visit University Progressions page on the OTHM website. University progression routes published by OTHM include: University of Greater Manchester: progress to year 1 of BSc (Hons) Business Management. ## 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.