This diploma develops foundational knowledge of organisational structures, planning, human resources, teamwork, leadership, and personal development, preparing learners for employment or further st...
This Ofqual-regulated Level 3 qualification provides a structured foundation in people and organisations through mandatory units, coursework-based assessment, and progression opportunities for employment or further study.
Ofqual regulated qualification
Equivalent to GCE AS/A Levels
6 mandatory units
60 credits, 600 TQT, and 240 GLH
Pass/Fail grading with coursework assessment
Academic and workplace progression opportunities
The OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in People and Organisations has been developed to provide learners with a range of knowledge and understanding about the structure, values and behaviours of organisations and the management of people. It is designed to equip learners with underpinning knowledge and skills required to succeed in employment or further studies.
Develop knowledge about people, organisations, and employment across sectors
Build understanding of structure, values, behaviours, and people management
Strengthen communication skills and personal effectiveness
Develop self-confidence for work and further study
Gain broad foundational knowledge across six mandatory units
Prepare for employment and academic progression
You will study the core knowledge and understanding covered by the qualification’s mandatory units and their published learning outcomes.
Understand organisational structures, culture, values, and business environment
Understand organisational planning, resource requirements, business planning, and risk management
Understand human resource planning, recruitment, selection, motivation, and performance management
Understand personal and professional development and produce a development plan
Understand teamwork, team roles, codes of conduct, and team reflection
Understand leadership, management, motivation, and decision making
This qualification is suitable for learners seeking a foundation in people and organisations for employment or further study. It is particularly relevant to those starting their journey in business, administration, people management, or related fields.
Learners aged 16 and above
School leavers preparing for employment or higher study
Individuals seeking introductory knowledge of people and organisations
Learners interested in business, HR, or organisational roles
Those wanting to improve communication and personal effectiveness
Learners planning to progress to Level 4 study
OTHM does not specify formal entry requirements for this qualification. Centres must ensure learners have the capability to undertake the learning and assessment, and the qualification is offered in English.
OTHM Level 3 qualifications can be offered to learners from age 16
Learners who are not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency
Assessment is based on coursework. All units are internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by OTHM, and learners must achieve all learning outcomes and assessment criteria to pass each unit.
All units are assessed by coursework
Assessment is criterion referenced
Units are internally assessed by the centre
Units are externally verified by OTHM
Successful completion of this qualification provides opportunities for both workplace and academic progression. Learners may progress to relevant undergraduate study and OTHM Level 4 diplomas.
Progress to relevant undergraduate programmes
Progress to OTHM Level 4 diplomas
Develop readiness for workplace roles
Support further professional and academic development
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