Blended Learning (for students who are in the UK)

Online learning (International students who are abroad)

Full time:  If you are studying full time online or blended learning you can complete each level in 6 months duration.

Part time: if you are studying part time online or blended learning you can complete each level in 2 years from the date of enrolment.

Fast track full time: if you are studying full time online or blended learning you can complete this level in 3 months.

Online: if you are studying online and studying at your own pace you can complete in 3 years’ time.

• There are no written Exams, only written assignment it must be submitted after completing each module.
• Overall Grading Type: Pass / Merit / Distinction
• 4 modules – 15 credits each, 60 credit overall
• 4 modules – 15 credits each, 60 credit overall

After successfully passing all core units assessment, you will receive a certificate or extended Diploma from the awarding body ATHE (Awards for Training and Higher Education.)

On successful completion of a Level 4 qualification in Business and Management there are a number of progression opportunities. Student may progress to:

• Employment or have increased opportunities for progression in their current role.
• Larger qualifications at the same level e.g. from a Diploma to the Extended Diploma in Business and Management or to the Extended Diploma in Management for Health and Social Care.
• Level 5 ATHE qualification such as the ATHE Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business and Management or the ATHE Level 5 Extended Diploma in Management for Health and Social Care or the ATHE Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business Administration
• Level 5 (Gen Ed) route on successful completion of the required units at level 4 (see page 13). Completion of the Mandatory units listed, will ensure learners have acquired the first level of study for meeting the General Education (Gen Ed) Core requirements.
• The second year of degree programmes at some universities (see Progression Routes on the ATHE website)

The Business Environment

This unit will develop learners’ understanding of the national and global business environment and the internal and external circumstances in which different organisations operate.

People in Organisations

This unit aims to develop knowledge and understanding of those aspects of organisations that concern and support people. This includes communication practices, teamwork, remote working and other organisational structures. Using this knowledge and understanding, learners will be able to review the impact of workplace practices on people.

Communication Skills for Business

This unit aims to develop knowledge and understanding of the communication practices within organisations and learners are introduced to the different modes and channels of communication used in organisations. In addition, learners will be able to develop their communication skills. Learners will also apply their own communication skills to typical organisational requirements

Customer Relationship Management

Learners will be able to develop knowledge and understanding of the scope and importance of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and to explore how effective CRM is achieved.