Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business (L3EDB)

The NCC Education Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business (L3EDB), regulated by OFQUAL, is a Pre-University Bridging Programme that enables learners to develop in-depth knowledge and skills across key areas of business.

What you’ll learn

In addition, successful candidates will fulfil the main entry requirements for NCC Education’s Level 4 Diploma in Business (L4DB) as well as opening up opportunities to access a range of higher education courses or employment.

Examples of higher education opportunities include, but are not limited to, progressing to university degrees in Business Management, Marketing, International Business, Accounting and Finance and examples of employment opportunities include roles such as Accounts Clerk, Recruitment Consultant and Accounting Technician.

Units

To gain the Diploma, learners MUST achieve all 7 units that total 122 credits

Advanced Basics in Business (12 credits)
Developing Financial Forecasting and Accounting in Business (20 credits)
Developing Organisation Structure (20 credits)
Developing Entrepreneurship (20 credits)
Marketing Principles (15 credits)
Communication in Business (15 credits)
Developing eBusiness (20 credits)

Entry Requirements

Students should have completed their GCSE/IGCSE ‘O’ Levels or an equivalent* qualification in their own country and passed 4 subjects with minimum grades of ‘C’, ‘4’ or equivalent* in each.

These should include Mathematics and English. The NCC Education Level 3 Business suite syllabus and assessment is suitable for candidates aged 16 and above (at Key Stage 4 of the English national curriculum) as well as older (including adult) learners.

Have a valid score of 5.5 or above in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) examination or equivalent for students whose first language is not English.

Alternatively, students can take the free NCC Education Higher English Placement Test which is administered by our Accredited Partner Centres.

Academic Progression

Students who successfully complete the NCC Education Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business can progress to the NCC Education Level 4 Diploma in Business, equivalent to Year 1 of a UK bachelor’s degree, further enhancing their knowledge and skills to prepare for higher education or professional roles in the business sector.

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Assessment

Assessments for all units will be offered in a number of assessment cycles throughout the year.

The units are all assessed by either examination or assignments.

• Develop essential study skills.
• Foundations in IT & Business.
• Understand marketing & problem-solving techniques.

Core 1: Advanced Basics in Business
Date: January 12^th to February 11^th 2027 (Every Tuesday & Thursday)

Core 2: Developing Financial Forecasting and Accounting in Business
Date: February 8^th to March 10^th 2027 (Every Monday & Wednesday)

Core 3: Developing Organisation Structure
Date: February 16^th to March 18^th 2027 (Every Tuesday to Thursday)

Core 4: Developing Entrepreneurship
Date: March 15^th to April 14^th 2027 (Every Monday & Wednesday)

Core 5: Marketing Principles
Date: March 23^rd to April 22^nd 2027 (Every Tuesday to Thursday)

Core 6: Communication in Business
Date: April 19^th to May 19^th 2027 (Every Monday & Wednesday)

Core 7: Developing eBusiness
Date: April 27^th to May 27^th 2027 (Every Tuesday to Thursday)

Mode of Delivery

Monday and Wednesday – 1^st Module

Tuesday and Thursday – 2^nd Module

Day Session: 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Night Session: 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Duration

Duration: 4-6 months

Course Sessions: 10 sessions (3 hours per session)

Course Fees

L3 Extended Diploma in Business – $800/module

Other Fees

Application Fee – $190 (Non-refundable)

Non-Tuition Fee – $780* (Dip L3)

Access Rights – $30 (Maximum 6 months from the course start date – Dip L3) – Complimentary

Assessment Fee – $1,800

*Non-Tuition Fee includes Course Materials and Administration Fee.

Is there guided instruction?

lecturer to guide students for both online n classroom learning (minimum 30hrs/module)

How much shorter does it take if you take this pathway to attain a bachelor's degree?

shorter duration to attain a recognised Bachelor degree from UK n Australian University which operate campus in sg (NCC pathway - ard 4yrs as compared to traditional pathway of 6yrs)

What is the cost savings?

hugh cost savings (affordable fees for NCC courses which is about 40% as compared to the fees paid for the courses in the traditional pathway)

Does SMTC provide any other services?

SMTC provide the service to liaise with the various University's Admission Office to process the NCC graduates' applications to attend their bachelor's degree program.

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