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NCFE Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business (RQF)

Awarding Body: ncfe

NCFE is an Ofqual regulated Awarding Organisation. This guarantees that all of their qualifications confirm to a high standard.

Unit Structure

Overview

The aim of the Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business is to provide students with in-depth knowledge and understanding of the business setting. This course will focus on understanding the business environment, offer depth study of technical skills for business, and providing opportunities to acquire technical and practical skills.

Duration and Delivery

The course has been designed to be completed within a timeframe of 6 months. However, we provide flexible time duration in delivery to accommodate distance and part-time learning, so you can complete the course in as little as 3 weeks. The qualification is delivered through our Virtual Learning Environment.

Assessment and Verification

All units within this course are internally analysed by our internal assessors and externally verified by NCFE. This course is criterion-referenced based on specific learning outcomes. Each unit is graded using the following structure; Not Yet Achieved, Pass, Merit, and Distinction.

Progression

Successful completion of this qualification enables learners to get direct entry into Level 3 Diplomas in Customer Service, management, and could even lead to a foundation degree in any business-related discipline.

Quick Enquiry

  • Eligibility Criteria

    For entry into this course, students must meet the following criteria:
    • This course can be offered to students of all ages. BSLM does not specify learning requirements for such qualifications. However, students may find it useful if they have already achieved a Level 1 qualification.
    • Learners must have the capability to undertake the assessment and meet the learning criteria.

  • English language requirement

    Learners are expected to have English language proficiency of CEFR Level B2, this can be met in any one the following ways:
    1. Being a native English language speaker
    2. Having achieved an IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
    3. Having had your last two years of schooling in English
    4. Passing our online English language test

Full Payment
Monthly Instalment

Standard

£455
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 6 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £30
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited
  • Standard Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 3-5 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 2.5 working days
  • Suitable for
    Professionals studying alongside their jobs, who do not require fast tracking.
  • Not suitable if
    You are certain that you won’t be able to study regularly to complete in the maximum timeframe suggested.

Fast Track

£510
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 6 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £20
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Fast Track Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 1-3 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 1.8 working days
  • Suitable for
    Fast track completion, fast tutor support, prompt assessor feedback
  • Not suitable if
    You are not able to devote extra time on the course because of work or personal commitments, as fast tracking is largely reliant on your own efforts.

Flexi

£550
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 6 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £10
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Flexi Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 2-4 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 2 working days
  • Suitable for
    Professionals who do not want any pressure to complete the course in the recommended duration.
  • Not suitable if
    You are able to study regularly every week and are confident to complete the course within the recommended duration.

Standard

£523
  • £130.81/Month
  • No. of instalments
    4
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 6 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £30
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited
  • Standard Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 3-5 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 2.5 working days
  • Suitable for
    Professionals studying alongside their jobs, who do not require fast tracking.
  • Not suitable if
    You are certain that you won’t be able to study regularly to complete in the maximum timeframe suggested.

Fast Track

£576
  • £143.89/Month
  • No. of instalments
    4
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 6 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £20
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Fast Track Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 1-3 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 1.8 working days
  • Suitable for
    Fast track completion, fast tutor support, prompt assessor feedback
  • Not suitable if
    You are not able to devote extra time on the course because of work or personal commitments, as fast tracking is largely reliant on your own efforts.

Flexi

£628
  • £104.65/Month
  • No. of instalments
    6
  • Recommended Duration
    Up to 6 Months
  • Maximum Duration Allowed
    6 Months
  • Re-registration charges after Maximum Duration
    £10
  • Tutor Support
    Unlimited – Priority
  • Flexi Assessment Decision and Feedback
    Within 2-4 Working Days*
    *Average time taken for assessment feedback is 2 working days
  • Suitable for
    Professionals who do not want any pressure to complete the course in the recommended duration.
  • Not suitable if
    You are able to study regularly every week and are confident to complete the course within the recommended duration.

Awarding body fee of £107.50 is payable by the learner to the awarding organisation within 14 days of starting the course. This will be collected from the learner and passed on to the awarding organisation for registration and certification purposes. The final certification you get is the same, regardless of your route. There are no strict deadlines for submitting individual coursework, allowing you room and flexibility to pace your studies; the only deadline is the overall course duration based on the option you selected above.

Why choose BSLM?

Instant Access to VLE

You can have instant access to the course; once you enrol on the course, you can start studying immediately.

Expert Tutor Support

Our courses are designed to provide a dedicated online tutor support to learners throughout the course for ongoing assistance.

Flexible Payment Plans

Flexible payment plans to suit your budget; pay fee in easy monthly instalments.

Accredited Certification

You will receive your accredited certificate and transcript at no additional cost from our approved awarding body.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How this course is evaluated/assessed?

All the units in this course are assignment based and you can work towards a Pass, Merit, or Distinction in each of the units.

Are there any entry requirements to enrol in this course?

All age groups can enrol in this course. There are no learning requirements for this certification in the BSLM. If you already possess a Level 1 qualification, though, you might find it beneficial.

What could I do after completing this course?

This NCFE Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business can help you advance your studies and launch a successful career in business administration. Several relevant Level 3 programmes are available for progression. The knowledge and abilities gained throughout this study programme can be applied to the modern corporate environment or to a wider range of occupations.

What is the time frame to complete this course?

There is no set period of time in which to finish this course. This is a self-paced.  However, learners can finish this course in as little as 3 weeks.

What sort of assistance will I get while I'm studying in this course?

You will receive your log-in information for our learning platform after enrolling. You may discover all the tools, instructions, tasks, advice, and resources you need right here to excel in your studies. Throughout the course, you will receive committed support from a tutor who will provide you with advice. Your Support tutor will help you comprehend the instructions, learning objectives, and evaluation criteria for the course and will also recommend additional readings to help you fully understand the topics.

What does this course's UCAS score/points mean?

All post-16 qualifications in the UK are evaluated according to their relative worth using UCAS points, also referred to as UCAS Tariff points.

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2 reviews for NCFE Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business (RQF)

  1. David Whittaker

    I started at stage zero. Then, with Britannia School of Leadership and Management, I started learning online and eventually built up enough knowledge and skills to transition into a well-paying career.

  2. Tilly Brennan

    An ideal course aiming to provide students with in-depth knowledge and understanding of the business setting.

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Iqbal Ahmad

Academic Interest

Teachers training up to postgraduate level, assessment and quality assurance, management and leadership training.

Qualifications

Accounting and Finance

  • Certified Accounting Technician (CAT)
  • B.Sc (hons) in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brooked University
  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)

Management and Leadership

  • Postgraduate Diploma in Management Studies from London International College
  • Master of Business Administration from Anglia Ruskin University
  • Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership
  • Doctorate candidate for DBA at University of the West of Scotland

Humanities

  • MA Abrahamic Religions from Heythrop College, University of London

Education and Training

  • Level 3 Award in Mathematics for Numeracy Teaching
  • Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
  • Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment
  • Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in the Higher Education from Kingston University
  • Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA)
Profile Summary

A keen learner myself, I am actively involved in a range of teachers training courses for the past few years all the way up to postgraduate level. I have extensive experience of dealing with the awarding organisation compliance because of a strong background in assessment and quality assurance. I have trained a wide range of teaching professionals working in a range of schools, sixth form colleges and in the higher education sector.

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Saheed Arinola Ayinde

Academic Interest

Assessment and quality assurance in academia, business, accounting and finance lecturing, and teacher training.

Qualifications

Accounting and Finance

  • MBA in Accounting and Finance at the University of East London
  • BSc. (Hons) Accounting and Finance

Management and Leadership

  • MSc. International Business Management at the University of Gloucestershire

Education and Training

  • Fellow of Higher Education Academy (FHEA – Ref: PR134295)
  • Level 3 Education & Teaching Training (E & T/PTLLS)
  • Level 3 Training, Assessment, & Quality Assurance (TAQA)
  • Successfully mentored a Trainee on the PGCE/PCE Programme
Profile Summary

I have over 15 years’ experience in teaching and training. During this time, I have undertaken teacher training, been a lecturer and course supervisor for ICM, and cohort leader and lecturer for HND (BTEC-Pearson). I have taught business management units/modules at various levels (and awarding bodies) including Certificate, Diploma, Advance Diploma, and Foundation degree levels. I enjoy learning through continuous professional development and have achieved my Fellowship with the Higher Education Academy. I enjoy utlising my experience in training, assessment, and quality assurance to train the education professionals of the future.

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Rahaman Hasan

Academic Interest

Teachers training, assessment and quality assurance, quality assurance in academia, management and leadership training and research.

Qualifications

Education and Training

  • Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA)
  • Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)

Marketing

  • MA in Strategic Marketing, University of Greenwich, UK
  • BBA in Marketing, Independent University Bangladesh, Bangladesh

Management and Leadership

  • PhD in Entrepreneurship (passed viva), University of Essex, UK
  • MBA in General Management, University of Wales, UK
  • Diploma in Business and Admin, UK

Humanities

  • Social Entrepreneurship, University of Oxford, UK
Profile Summary

I am a PhD candidate (passed viva) at the University of Essex. My specialisation in PhD is Entrepreneurship. I am an active researcher with specific interest in Entrepreneurship, SME, Marketing and UK Higher Education (UKHE). I have over 14 years work experience in UKHE, which includes extensive experience of quality assurance in the sector. Furthermore, providing academic training to teaching professionals in the higher education sector is my passion.

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Francis Fitzgerald

Academic Interest

Accountancy and assessor training, as well as assessment and quality assurance.

Qualifications

Accounting and Finance

  • AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Bookkeeping
  • AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting
  • AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting

Education and Training

  • Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
  • Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment
Profile Summary

I have experience in the finance and accounting sector and utilise these skills to approach education in a methodical and logical manner. I am passionate about the advancement and implementation of efficient teaching and learning practices. I am responsible for centre liaison with awarding bodies to ensure compliance, and am advancing my skills in assessment and quality assurance through learning and on the job training.

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Coral Bishop

Academic Interest

Assessment and quality assurance for levels 2 to 5 in Teacher Training, Leadership and Management, Health and Social Care, Customer Service and Childcare.

Qualifications

Education and Training

  • Level 4 Certificate in Teaching and Education
  • Advanced Level 3 Apprenticeship in Learning & Development
  • Level 5 Certificate Learning for All (Open University E242)
  • 120hr TEFL certificate
  • D32/33 and 34 Assessor and IQA Awards

Customer Service

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Customer Service

Health and Social Care

  • MAKATON LEVEL 1
  • TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication
  • Level 3 Health and Social Care

Childcare

  • L3 Diploma in Pre-School Practice
Profile Summary

I have worked in education for 34 years, in various guises. I managed a busy nursery for 12 years before branching out into Assessment and Quality Assurance, more than 20 years ago. My practice has developed alongside the ever-evolving training and apprenticeship sector, and I have worked in many different settings, including colleges, private training agencies and a foster care agency. I also work part time as a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant for a local charity that supports higher level education for young people with Special Educational and/or behavioural needs and as a tutor for a bespoke programme for one-to-one support. I really enjoy supporting learners of varying abilities and experience to achieve their best and to become qualified in their chosen field.