LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN ENGLISH AND COMMUNICATION FOR BUSINESS – ATHE

Develop essential communication and problem-solving skills for the business world. This 60-credit qualification is ideal for learners aiming to progress to a business or management degree, especially those without traditional entry qualifications. Part of the International Access Programme (IAP), it offers a strong academic foundation and practical insight into business communication.

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Introduction

The ATHE Level 3 Diploma in English and Communications for Business is a 60-credit Ofqual regulated qualification and is the equivalent level to an A Level or Access to HE qualification. It has been designed for learners who wish to progress to a business or management degree and may not have the traditional entry qualifications usually required.

The qualification aims to provide learners with the underpinning knowledge and understanding of a range of topics within the English and Communications for Business environment. These topics will allow learners to develop practical and theoretical approaches to solving problems and finding solutions using English and Communications for Business.

This qualification sits within a suite of ATHE L3 qualifications, which is called the International Access Programme (IAP). Each qualification has a credit value of 60. Learners may choose to study one or more of the qualifications in this suite.

Grading

Graded with Pass, Merit and Distinction. For the progression routes visit our progression routes page.

Delivery Mode

This qualification can be delivered either in the classroom, via distance learning or blended.

Study Area

Unit Name	Unit Aims	Credits	Mandatory
Business Communications	This introductory unit aims to ensure learners understand the range of business communications which occur and their importance for business success	5	Yes
Mobile and Digital Business Communications	This unit aims to develop knowledge and understanding of professional communication in todays increasingly global, digital, social mobile world and the impact of new digital technologies on business communication.	10	Yes
Verbal and Non-Verbal Business Communications	This unit aims to develop knowledge and understanding of the conventional verbal and non-verbal professional communications used in businesses.	15	Yes
Business English: Reading and Writing	This unit aims to develop the learner's competencies when using Business English for reading and writing purposes	15	Yes
Business English: Speaking and Listening	This unit aims to develop knowledge, understanding and skills in the use of Business English for speaking and listening purposes.	15	Yes

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