Level 3 City & Guilds Award in Business Management for the Environment and Land-based Sector

Qualification Level 3 City & Guilds Award in Business Management for the Environment and Land-based Sector
Subject Area Business
Attendance On-site
Age Group(s) 16-18 year olds
Duration 1 Year

Course outline 

The City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Business Management for the Environment and Land-based Sector is designed to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to manage businesses in the environmental and land-based industries effectively. The course covers key topics such as: 

  • Business Planning: Understanding the fundamentals of creating and implementing business plans tailored to the environment and land-based sectors. 
  • Financial Management: Learning how to manage finances, including budgeting, accounting, and financial decision-making. 
  • Marketing and Sales: Developing marketing strategies and sales techniques specific to the sector. 
  • Environmental and Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring that business practices comply with relevant environmental laws and regulations. 
  • Sustainability: Promoting sustainable practices within business operations to minimize environmental impact. 

The course is suitable for those seeking to advance their careers in the environment and land-based sectors, whether in management, consultancy, or entrepreneurship. It typically involves a combination of theoretical learning and practical applications, often assessed through projects, case studies, or exams. 

Entry requirements 

There are no formal entry requirements for learners undertaking these qualifications.

Progression 

Taken as part of the Advanced Apprenticeship in Environmental Conservation, this qualification leads directly into employment or onto a Level 4 qualification or higher education. 

Course content 

Summary of units City & Guilds unit number Title UAN Credits Unit 501 Business Management in the Land-based Sector M6009709 10 Certification/grading modules City & Guilds unit number Title 903 Certification module for NPTC Level 3 Award in Business Management for the Environment and Land-based Sector - Pass Grade 904 Certification module for NPTC Level 3 Award in Business Management for the Environment and Land-based Sector - Merit Grade 905 Certification module for NPTC Level 3 Award in Business Management for the Environment and Land-based Sector - Distinction Grade 

Assessment

learners will be required to complete the following assessments:

• one assignment for one unit City & Guilds NPTC provides the following assessments:  

An assignment guide containing the assignment for the unit Time constraints The following time constraints must be applied to the assessment of these qualifications: • The assignment must be completed and assessed within the learner’s period of registration. Centres should advise learners of any internal timescales for the completion and marking of individual assignments. 4.2 Assignments The assignment guide for this qualification is available to from www.nptc.org.uk. 4.3 Recognition of prior learning (RPL) Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) recognises the contribution a person’s previous experience could contribute to a qualification.  

RPL is allowed and is also sector specific. 4.4 Resubmission of Assignments Where a learner has failed an assignment, they may resubmit their work once in order to try and achieve a Pass grade. Merit and Distinction grades may not be awarded to any resubmitted work. 

Is there an interview? 

Yes 

Equipment  

City & Guilds NPTC also provides the following publications and resources specifically for this qualification.  


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