Level 3 Foundation Diploma in People and Organisations

Course Code

OBS048

Do you want to improve your understanding of the structure, values, and behaviours of organisations and the management of people? This Level 3 Diploma in People and Organisations could be perfect for you.

This course is worth 60 credits.
Considered equivalent to one A Level.
Some universities may accept this qualification as part of their entry requirements.

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This Level 3 Foundation Diploma in People and Organisations course is ideal for individuals who have completed high school education (GCSEs or equivalent) and are considering working towards university.

During the course, you will explore the ethics of an organisation, the importance of risk management to organisations, opportunities for professional development, and much more.

What next?

Upon successful completion of this course, you will able to use it towards your university application. We recommend that you check with your chosen university that they accept this qualification as part of their entry requirements.

Course Duration

Up to two years.

Study Hours

Each module contains 40 guided learning hours of study and an additional 30-50 hours of optional study material.

Course Outcome

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive an OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in People and Organisations.

Entry Requirements

You must be over 16 and have completed high school education to enrol on this course.

Assessment

Six written assignments.

Organisational structures.
The organisational environment.
The ethics of an organisation.
Organisation structures and their culture and values.

Organisational resource requirements.
The need for organisational planning.
Planning cycle for organisations.
Importance of risk management to organisations.
Processes to measure organisational performance.

Factors involved in human resource planning in organisations.
The recruitment and selection process.
How organisations motivate employees.
Importance of managing employee performance.

What is personal and professional development?
Identifying strengths and needs in relation to own planned job role.
How to plan and produce own professional development plan.
Opportunities for professional development.

Benefits and challenges of working in a team to complete a task.
The need for a team to work to an agreed code of conduct.
Recognising the different strengths, skills, and experiences different people bring to a team.
Allocating roles and responsibilities within the team in relation to a giving task.
Reflecting on the performance of a team.

Difference between leadership and management.
Leadership and management styles and theories.
The principles of effective decision making.

Course duration

Once enrolled, you have 24 months to complete your studies.

Study method

You will study this course via distance learning which means you are in control of your learning. Study when and where you choose and at a pace that suits you.

Throughout the duration of your studies, you will have access to one-to-one Skype sessions with your tutor, interactive and informative webinars and an online social learning forum to help you along your journey.

Assessment

The qualification is assessed internally through tutor-marked assignments at the end of each unit.

Course outcome

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive an OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in People and Organisations.

Awarding body

OTHM are a UK-based awarding organisation regulated by Ofqual, that aim to support professions and industry by providing excellent qualifications that contribute for a highly qualified and experienced workforce.

Meanwhile, Online Business School offer learning pathways for you with a fast track through to a UK university qualification, either on campus or online learning.

They work with Ofqual-recognised awarding organisations for the verification of our programmes. These standards ensure that people who study an Online Business School course receive a high-level quality education alongside a certificate that is recognised universally by universities and employers.

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