SQA Advanced Diploma Business (Fixed Framework)
The SQA Advanced Diploma in Business provides learners with a progression route into employment. It also provides opportunities for further study, including university degree programmes.
The SQA Advanced Diploma in Business (SCQF level 8) covers the main aspects of international business including management, human resources, economics and administration. It will equip students with an awareness of key issues and practices within a changing business environment.
This qualification is available through a growing number of colleges and universities around the world. Typically, an SQA Advanced Diploma takes two years to complete.
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Why deliver this qualification
SQA Advanced Diplomas have been developed by SQA in partnership with colleges, universities and industry so employers recognise that they provide sound evidence of ability.
The unit-based structure supports flexible delivery. A unit is typically 40 hours of timetabled learning.
Who does this qualification suit
The SQA Advanced Diploma in Business is suitable for a wide range of candidates, including:
- school leavers
- adult returners to education
- individuals in employment who wish to enhance their career prospects
- people who wish to start their own business
Entry requirements
As with all SQA qualifications, entry is decided by the college or learning provider. As a guide, the college or learning provider will look for:
- school-leaving qualifications equivalent to level 3/ SCQF level 6, meaning the student has the ability to study at the higher level
- a centre-devised test which shows the student’s ability to study at SQA Advanced Diploma level
- relevant work experience
Progression
The SQA Advanced Diploma in Business can provide advanced entry to degree-level study or a master’s degree programme. For further information please refer to the SQA university agreements.
Offer this qualification
Centres with devolved authority for approval should use their own internal approval process.
Centres without devolved authority will need to come forward for approval and should contact SQA’s Business Development Team for guidance.
Assessors and verifiers must be able to meet SQA’s general requirements for technical/occupational competence as outlined in the Systems and Qualification Approval Guide.
How to assess
Each individual unit specification gives detailed information on the evidence requirements and approaches to assessment for each unit.
Ongoing course assessment will apply.
Assessment/e-assessment support packs are available for this qualification.
Qualification content and delivery tools
Current
Qualification structure
Group award code: GT32 48 (240 SCQF credit points)
The SQA Advanced Diploma in Business at SCQF level 8 consists of 24 units.
Course tutor guide (including course framework)
For further information on the structure and units for this course please refer to the Course Tutor Guide GT32 48 (1.04 MB)
Unit Specifications
Lapsing
This group award has been replaced.
It entered its lapsing period on: 01/08/2022
It finishes on: 31/07/2024
Alternative assessment guidance
SQA Advanced Diploma in Business - Alternative Assessment Approaches
Qualification structure
Group award code: GM51 48 (240 SCQF credit points)
The SQA Advanced Diploma in Business at SCQF level 8 consists of 24 units.
Course tutor guide (including course framework)
For further information on the structure and units for this course please refer to the Course Tutor Guide - GM51 48 (1.00 MB).