Course Name
NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Skills for Business: Enterprise
Overview
The NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Skills for Business: Enterprise (Qualification Number 601/2647/4) is a Level 3 vocational qualification regulated by Ofqual and designed to develop practical business knowledge and enterprise skills. It is worth 90 credits with around 540 guided learning hours and 900 total qualification time, and it carries UCAS points for progression to further study.
This qualification combines core business skills with enterprise-focused learning, preparing learners for employment or further study and providing transferable skills that apply across many business contexts.
Key Facts
Course Level
3
Course Duration:
Part Time: 9 Month
Course Delivery Method
Blended
Course Fees
£1850
Location:
36, Campus Road
Lesterhills Science Park
Bradford BD7 1HR
Get in touch
For enquiries about this course please call us at 08000996062 or email to contactus@bsbcuk.co
HIGHLIGHTS
- Level 3 qualification – equivalent to A-Level level, suitable for college or employment progression.
- UCAS points – can support university applications (points vary by grade).
- Practical focus – portfolio-based assessment rather than exams.
- Core business and enterprise units – includes problem solving, communication, teamwork, and enterprise planning.
Suitable for inclusion in study programmes and supported with employability and enrichment activities.
Course Details
📚 Core Content
Learners choose and complete a selection of units from two groups:
Group A – Core business skills (choose at least 6):
- Business culture and responsibilities
- Deliver customer service in a business environment
- Produce business documents
- Solve problems
- Work with others
- Communicate professionally
- Contribute to projects
- Innovation
- Manage and improve performance
- Respond to change
Group B – Enterprise specialism (choose at least 3):
- Starting a small business
- Social enterprise
- Finance for a new business
- Business planning and pitching
- Planning future strategy
📊 Assessment
Assessment is portfolio-based, where learners produce evidence (e.g., written work, case studies, project plans) to demonstrate achievement of unit outcomes. It’s internally assessed and externally quality assured.
⏱ Study Time
- Guided Learning Hours (GLH): approx. 540 hours
- Total Qualification Time (TQT): approx. 900 hours
- Age Requirement: Learners must be 16+.
- Prior Learning: No mandated prerequisites, though a Level 2 qualification can help prepare learners.
Individual colleges/providers may set additional requirements (e.g., GCSE English/Maths at grade 4 or equivalent).
Career & Progression Opportunities
- Supports progression into employment in business, marketing, enterprise, customer service, or administration.
- Can be a stepping stone to higher education such as foundation degrees or university business programmes.
- Develops transferable skills valued by employers (communication, problem solving, teamwork, innovation).
🏆 Skills Development
- Enterprise planning and pitching
- Business culture understanding
- Project and performance management
- Customer service and operational skills
- Decision making and responding to change
📚 Recognition
- Nationally recognised and Ofqual-regulated qualification.
- Provides UCAS points for university entry.
This course is ideal for:
- Learners aged 16 and over seeking practical business and enterprise skills.
- Students aiming to enter the business world or start their own enterprise.
- Those looking to progress to higher education (e.g., university or higher-level business study).
- Individuals who want to enhance employability through real-world business knowledge (communication, problem solving, teamwork).
There are no mandatory formal entry requirements, although learners may find it helpful to already have a Level 2 qualification. Entrants must be at least 16.
CAREERS AND EMPLOYABILITY
After completing this diploma, students can pursue a wider range of careers in their relevant fields and establish their names according to the best business strategies.