Level 3 Diploma in Business (L3DB)
The NCC Education Level 3 Diploma in Business (L3DB) develops essential business knowledge, practical skills, and international business understanding, preparing learners aged 16–19 and adults for further study and professional opportunities.
Start from Grade 10 Singapore: Nitec or O-Levels Malaysia: TVET Certificate 2 or SPM
- Duration: 6–12 months
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Course Units
- Applied Skills and Project for Business 20 credits
- Business and the Economy 20 credits
- Financial Decision Making 20 credits
- Digital Marketing 20 credits
- Human Resources 20 credits
- Leadership in Business 20 credits
Entry Requirements
| Your school system | You can start from |
|---|---|
| International Any country not listed | Grade 10 |
| Singapore | Nitec or O-Levels |
| Malaysia | TVET Certificate 2 or SPM |
- Academic Requirements
- NCC Education Level 2 Diploma in Business (L2DB). OR NCC Education Level 2 Diploma in Computing (L2DC). OR An international qualification which is deemed to be of a similar level to the NCC Education L2DB or L2DC qualification. This must be agreed with NCC Education in advance. OR 5 or more 'O' Level subjects with a minimum grade C, OR 4 or more 'O' Level subjects with a minimum grade C and 1 'A' Level pass. This must include a pass in Mathematics and English.
- Age Requirement
- 16 and above.
- English Language Requirements
- IELTS 5.5 or equivalent. Alternatively, take the free NCC Education Higher English Placement Test, which is administered by our Accredited Partner Centres.
Academic Progression
On successful completion of the qualification, learners are eligible to gain entry to the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business (L4DB) or the first year of a number of UK university degree courses.
Assessment Details
Assessments for all units are offered in a number of assessment cycles throughout the year. All units are assessed by either examination or assignments.
- Applied Skills and Project for Business 20 credits
- Business and the Economy 20 credits
- Financial Decision Making 20 credits
- Digital Marketing 20 credits
- Human Resources 20 credits
- Leadership in Business 20 credits
Accreditation
NCC Education is regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) to award the Level 3 Diploma in Business in England.