How it works
When you study People and Organisations with us, you’ll complete a Level 3 (60 credits) OTHM diploma. It’s designed to help you pick up the knowledge and skills you need to do well in the People and Organisations field.
You’ll learn fully online, and you can begin whenever you like, so it fits around your life. Each module includes 40 hours of tutor-guided online study. On top of that, you’ll also be given 30 to 50 hours of optional extras, such as suggested activities, useful readings, digital resources, and short self-check tasks.
To finish the diploma, you’ll submit 6 online assignments at each level. Each one is roughly 2,000 to 3,000 words. Once you successfully pass, you’ll receive the OTHM diploma. After that, you can also use it to top up into a bachelor’s degree through a selection of UK universities.
Throughout the course, you’ll have access to 1-2-1 tutor support and webinars, plus online learning forums where you can interact with others. There are also extra resources to help you work through the diploma with less stress. For more details, check the Student Resources page. You can also look at the academic standards we meet and the professional links we’re part of, so you know you’re getting a strong learning experience.
Course Modules
The Level 3 foundation diploma in People and Organisations includes 6 modules:
An introduction to finance
You’ll look at practical accounting and financial reporting methods that managers use day to day in business.
An introduction to leadership skills
This module introduces the idea of leadership, how you can spot leadership potential, and how those skills can be developed. You’ll also explore why motivating others matters.
Managing business operations
You’ll learn the key parts of how businesses run, both in the wider business environment and internally. You’ll also cover operational control and how good practice and sensible policies can support organisational success.
Organisational culture
This module helps you understand organisational culture and how it influences what an organisation does, how it’s managed, and why taking an ethical approach is so important.
Working in teams
You’ll examine the role teams play in organisations and how people work together. It also explores the benefits of teamwork and how team and group working is built and maintained.
Workplace welfare
You’ll learn why workplace welfare matters and how it supports everyone who works for the organisation. You’ll also explore the advantages of being part of a workplace community.
The level 3 foundation diploma in People and Organisations includes 6 written assignments. Each assignment is around 2,000 to 3,000 words. You’ll get guidance throughout the modules and the assignments via the ‘Tutor’ area on the learning platform.
The assignment unit titles you’ll need to complete are:
Organisation structures and their culture and values
Principles of organisational planning
Managing human resources
Personal and professional development
Teamwork
Leadership and management skills
You can find further details on the Level 3 units here: https://www.othm.org.uk/doc/specification-jan21/OTHM_L3_Foundation_Diploma_in_People_and_Organisations_spec_2021_01.pdf
Entry Requirements
Am I eligible for this programme?
To join our Level 3 course, you need to be at least 16 years old and have completed secondary education.
If you don’t have full secondary education or an equivalent qualification, you may still be able to enrol based on your work experience. If you want to check your options, speak to a member of our team at: 0333 772 1158
Career Progression
After completing People and Organisations, you could move into roles such as Human Resources Manager. That might involve work around employee relations, recruitment, and training. You could also consider becoming an Organisational Development Consultant, where you help organisations improve how efficiently they operate and strengthen workplace culture. Another path is Talent Acquisition Specialist, supporting teams by finding and attracting the right people to meet business needs.
University Progression
Once you finish this course, you can progress onto a BA or BSc degree with universities across the UK, either studying online or attending on campus.
A few examples include:
Coventry University
Anglia Ruskin University
London Metropolitan University
University of Derby
Middlesex University
