ATHE Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business and Management

ATHE is a global awarding organization regulated by Ofqual and other UK and international regulators since 2011. To complement our strong brand presence in the UK, we work with more than 280 recognized centres in over 55 countries.

ATHE offers a wide portfolio of vocationally oriented and internationally recognized qualifications from levels 3 to 7, such as business and management, accounting, law, computing, and healthcare, many of which are eligible for UK funding. ATHE has also developed a diverse range of regulated bespoke qualifications for clients through its qualification development service, while its endorsed program service has certificated over 40,000 learners for 30 clients globally.

ATHE qualifications are approved as progression pathways for its learners to relevant Bachelor’s and Master’s top-up degrees by 25 UK and international universities, with many more accepting the Ofqual-regulated qualifications for progression purposes.

ATHE Level 5 Extended Diploma in Business and Management is a 120-credit Ofqual Regulated Qualification equivalent to the second year of a bachelor’s degree. It is designed to give learners the knowledge and skills they need to start or progress a career in business or management. The curriculum incorporates case studies, projects, and real-world scenarios to ensure that learners can apply their knowledge to practical situations.

Why study ATHE Level 5?

Here are some of the benefits of studying the ATHE Level 5 Diploma in Business and Management: It is a practical and vocational qualification that will give you the skills you need to start or progress a career in business or management. It is a highly respected qualification that is recognized by employers around the world. It is a good stepping stone to further study, such as a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in business or management. It is a flexible qualification that can be studied online.

Modules

Business organization in a Global context

Unit Objectives
This unit develops learners’ understanding of the issues organisations face when operating within a global context. This understanding will allow learners to review the issues currently impacting business organizations.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand differences in global business operations.
- Understand the impact of external factors on global business organizations
- Understand the impact of globalization on the internal operations of business organizations
- Be able to review current issues that impact on business activities of a specified country
People management
Unit Objectives
This unit will enable learners to understand how to manage individuals and teams. They will study organizational factors and how these impact and influence individual and team behaviour, as well as learn management tools and techniques to help them effectively manage individuals and teams.
Learning Outcomes
- Be able to present the research outcomes Understand how structure, culture, and other factors impact people in organizations.
- Understand how to manage individuals and teams to achieve sustainable business performance.
- Understand how to develop individuals and teams to achieve sustainable business performance.
- Be able to review people management strategies in an organization.
Managing communication
Unit Objectives
This unit aims to develop knowledge and understanding of communication within and between organizations. Learners will also review their communication skills in an organizational context.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand channels of communication within and between organizations and their effectiveness.
- Be able to assess the factors that impact workplace communication.
- Be able to demonstrate the effective use of your communication skills within the workplace.
- Be able to evaluate the effectiveness of communication within an organization.
Marketing principles and practice
Unit Objectives
To develop knowledge and understanding of general marketing principles and their application in business.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the role of marketing in business
- Understand marketing principles
- Understand marketing methods
- Understand how to develop a marketing plan for a specific product or service.
Research project
Unit Objectives
This unit aims to develop the skills required for the learner to formulate an appropriate research question and to design and undertake a research project to answer that research question. The learner will also need to interpret the outcomes of their research and present them to an audience.
Learning Outcomes
- Be able to design a research project.
- Be able to undertake a research project in line with a research project plan.
- Be able to evaluate research outcomes
- Be able to present the research outcomes
Finance for Managers
Unit Objectives
The unit aims to equip learners with the knowledge and understanding of the sources and use of finance in organisations and how to evaluate and interpret financial data.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand how internal communication takes place within organizations
- Be able to assess an organization’s financial
  performance
- Be able to use costing methods to make informed organizational decisions
Business Ethics
Unit Objectives
The unit aims to equip learners with the knowledge and understanding of the sources and use of finance in organisations and how to evaluate and interpret financial data.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand how internal communication takes place within organisations
- Be able to assess an organisation’s financial
  performance
- Be able to use costing methods to make informed organisational decisions
Operations management
Unit Objectives
The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of the nature of the operations function and the role of those managing it. Learners will gain an understanding of the operations function in terms of its impact on business success, the tools and techniques that enable managers to achieve business success and the ethical consideration faced in terms of the supply chain.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this unit, learners will be able to critically evaluate the operations function’s impact on overall business success, identify and apply relevant tools and techniques used by managers to enhance operational efficiency and assess the ethical considerations and challenges within the supply chain, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of effective operations management.

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1:1 Personal Tutor
You will be assigned a personal tutor to guide and support you throughout your studies. Your tutor will help with academic queries, provide constructive feedback, and offer tailored advice to ensure you stay on track. They are dedicated to helping you maximize your learning experience and achieve your academic goals.
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Graduation Cermony
You are invited to participate in the graduation ceremony, a significant milestone in your academic journey. This event will celebrate your hard work and achievements, providing a chance to receive your diploma and share your accomplishments with family and friends. Details about the date and location will be provided closer to the event.
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