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ATHE Level-4

Diploma in Business and Management

Introduction

The ATHE Level 4 Diploma in Business and Management is a 60-credit qualification regulated by Ofqual, equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree. This diploma provides a comprehensive foundation in core business concepts and managerial practices. It allows students to progress academically while gaining workplace-relevant skills that support a wide range of career paths or further university-level study. This diploma typically takes one academic year to complete

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Affiliated By

ATHE- Awards for Training and Higher Education, is a globally recognised UK awarding organisation regulated by Ofqual and other international bodies. ATHE offers high-quality qualifications in fields such as business, law, computing, and health & social care. With a strong focus on academic excellence, learner progression, and centre support, ATHE empowers institutions and students to achieve meaningful academic and professional outcomes. 

How will I be assessed?

Assessment Type

Unit-based written assignment

Evaluation

Internal grading (Pass/Merit/Distinction)

Assessment Style

Formative feedback and summative written assignments

Exams

Not applicable

Modules & Credit Hours

Students must complete 2 mandatory and 2 optional units.

Mandatory Courses

Resource Management

Unit 1

Credits:15

This unit will develop learners’ understanding of the national and global business environment and the internal and external circumstances in which different organisations operate.

People in Organisations

Unit 2

Credits:15

This unit aims to develop knowledge and understanding of those aspects of organisations that concern and support people. This includes communication practices, teamwork, remote working and other organisational structures

Optional Courses

Communication Skills for Business

Unit 3

Credits:15

This unit aims to develop knowledge and understanding of the communication practices within organisations and learners are introduced to the different modes and channels of communication used in organisations.

Resource
Management

Unit 4

Credits:15

The aim of this unit is to provide an overview of the human and physical resources needed in a range of organisations, including those in the primary, service and manufacturing sectors

The Marketing
Mix

Unit 5

Credits:15

To develop an understanding of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) issues and impacts of CSR policy. Learners will be able to use their knowledge and understanding to make recommendations for responsible business practice.

Corporate Social Responsibility

Unit 6

Credits:15

To develop an understanding of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) issues and impacts of CSR policy. Learners will be able to use their knowledge and understanding to make recommendations for responsible business practice.

Managing a Work Based Team Project

Unit 7

Credits:15

This unit aims to develop knowledge and understanding of those aspects of organisations that concern and support people. This includes communication practices, teamwork, remote working and other organisational structures

Customer Relationship Management

Unit 8

Credits:15

Learners will be able to develop knowledge and understanding of the scope and importance of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and to explore how effective CRM is achieved.

Administrative
Services

Unit 9

Credits:15

Learners will be able to develop knowledge and understanding of the range of administrative services that might be offered to managers or departments within organisations.

Financial and Management Accounting Techniques for Managers

Unit 10

Credits:15

To develop a knowledge and understanding of fundamental financial and management accounting techniques that are used by managers in organisations and to develop skills enabling learners to apply these techniques.

Techniques for
Managers

Unit 11

Credits:15

To develop a knowledge and understanding of fundamental financial and management accounting techniques that are used by managers

Managing Information and Knowledge

Unit 12

Credits:15

To provide the learner with an understanding of the importance of information and knowledge to organisations and the key concepts of managing information and knowledge in a business setting

Eligibility Criteria

Grade Requirement

–  2 A Levels with 5 GCSEs (Grade C or above),
–  ATHE Level 3 Diploma
–  Access to Higher Education Certificate
–  International equivalent

English Language Requirement

–  IELTS 5.5 or equivalent (e.g., CEFR B2, CAE 162+, PTE 42–49)

Age Requirement

–  18 years and above

Fee Structure

The fee structure for Level 3 ATHE Business is as follow:

Qualification Amount in PKR
Tuition Fee
Rs. 235,000/-
Library Fee
Rs. 10,000/-
Student Activity Fee
Rs. 10,000/-
Admission Fee
Rs. 45,000/-
Total Fee
Rs. 300,000/-

ATHE

The fee structure for Level 3 ATHE Business is as follow:

Qualification Amount in GBP
Total
£400

University Progression

The opportunity for our students to advance to the next stage of their academic journey, by progressing to a partner university in the UK or abroad to complete your undergraduate degree. It allows  our students to begin their studies locally and finish internationally, offering global exposure and academic flexibility.

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FAQs

It is a 60-credit UK-regulated diploma equivalent to the first year of a bachelor’s degree, designed to prepare students for advanced academic study or business-related careers.

Non-native English speakers should have an IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent

You are required to complete 2 core modules and 2 optional modules from a broad list of business topics.

Yes. The qualification allows you to progress directly into the second year of a bachelor’s degree at a number of partner universities in the UK, Canada, Australia, and beyond.

No. The programme is entirely coursework-based and assessed internally by qualified tutors.

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