
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.
Course overview
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.
Course content
- 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.
Extra info
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.
Q&As
You must be at least 16 years of age and have completed high school education.
You will have 24 months from enrolment to complete this course.
- Expert personal tutor support
- Dedicated student support
- Assignment marking and feedback
- FREE CV critique service
- FREE employability guide to help you impress future employers
- FREE XO Student Discounts membership
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That's not a problem. We want to make sure you're 100% confident about enrolling on the course and starting your study. So, just give our team of education specialists a call on 03300 563 100 and they'll do their best to help.