Free Level 3 Management Course

CostFREE
Duration18 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryWork based
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

About this course

Free Level 3 Management Course. Work-based training at your workplace, so you learn while you earn. Your employer supports your study throughout the 18 months.

The course covers both management knowledge and practical competence. You'll study topics drawn from the Management National Occupational Standards, including leading people, planning work, and managing performance. It forms part of the Advanced Management Apprenticeship framework. GCSE grades in English, maths, and ICT are an advantage, though an initial assessment will confirm the right starting point for you.

You'll finish with a Level 3 Diploma in Management.

Who this course is for

Level 3 Diploma in Management This qualification is designed for those taking an Advanced Apprenticeship in Management. It reflects the skills and knowledge required of those in a management role.

All units will be assessed using the verified model.

Benefits

Combined qualification containing both knowledge and competence units To be included in the Advanced Management Apprenticeship framework Based on the revised Management National Occupational Standards (NOS).

Entry requirements

a good knowledge in maths, english and ICT GCSE grades a*-C (4-9)would be an advantage

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in leading and motivating a team.
  • You'll learn how to plan and organise work effectively.
  • You'll understand how to manage performance and give feedback.
  • You'll build knowledge of workplace communication and decision-making.
  • You'll learn how to identify and solve problems in a management context.
  • You'll develop an understanding of resource management and budgeting basics.

How you will learn

All units are assessed using the verified model, covering both knowledge and competence. Because this is work-based training, your learning is grounded in your actual job role. You'll gather evidence from your day-to-day management responsibilities. An assessor will verify your work against the qualification standards throughout the programme.

What you will need to bring

Resources NE will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Team leader, manages a small team within a business or organisation.
  • Supervisor, oversees daily operations and staff performance.
  • Office manager, coordinates admin functions and supports senior management.
  • Department coordinator, plans workloads and liaises across teams.
  • Operations assistant, supports the running of business processes.
  • Junior manager, takes responsibility for a defined area of a business.

What you could study next

  • Level 5 Diploma in Management or Leadership, a natural next step for those moving into more senior roles.
  • Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 5 qualification, recognised by employers for mid-level management.
  • Foundation degree in Business Management (Level 5), combines academic study with workplace application.
  • Level 4 Award in Management, a shorter qualification that builds on Level 3 knowledge in a specific area.