Marketing Level 3 course

Level: 3


Business Marketing Course. Enhance your CV with an advanced award in marketing. Study in your own time at our own pace with full support. Master a variety of marketing techniques and help develop your business.


ExamsHome Based Exam Paper
Pre RequisitesNone
Duration90 Hours- Max One Year
ModulesFive
SupportEmail or Post
FormatPaper 
AccreditationNCFE

The objectives of the course are to:

Conduct market research
Define customers needs, wants and desires
Carry out a SWOT analysis
Prepare a marketing plan
Describe a range of marketing methods
Evaluate the benefits of using different marketing media
Compose purposeful advertising copy
Understand how to use press releases, promotions and public relations
Define the selling process
Devise a telephone sales campaign


 

Introduction - What is marketing?

Reviewing the current position

SWOT Analysis
PEST Analysis
Product life cycle

Planning for marketing

Your Product
Your customers
Your competitors
Marketing objectives
Marketing strategy
Marketing mix
The four P's
Marketing action plan

Implement the marketing strategy

Personal Selling
Sales promotion
Public relations and publicity
Direct marketing
Trade fairs and exhibitions
Advertising
E marketing
Sponsorship
Merchandising
Point of sale
Brands

Customer relations

Define customer relations
Customer service
Why a good customer relationship is important
Introducing a customer services programme
Making continuous improvements


Glossary of marketing terms

 

 

Level 3 Marketing Award
NCFE Marketing Level 3 Award
This is a fully accredited and recognised award. See our qualifications page for further details

Marketing Level 3 Course 

 

All students have one year to complete this course from date of registration. Students are welcome to complete this course as quickly as they want to.

On average this course is completed in 90 hours (6/7 months).  Extensions can be arranged if students do not complete within the year and charges will apply. We would ask you to contact our office on 0800 0131030 for latest extension fees if required.

We recommend that students complete 2-3 hours per week as a minimum to get the most from this course. Remember to work out a study plan / timetable before you start and try and stick to it.

Hrs per weekEstimated Completion
  

3 hours

8 Months
4 hours6 Months
5 Hours5 Months
10 Hours3 Months

 

This course is issued in paper format. Your course materials will be delivered to you at the specified address within 7 days of enrolment. International students should allow up to 21 days for delivery.

All students on this course will be registered to a personal tutor who is contactable via email or post. We also have a team of dedicated advisors to help and advise with any course related queries. The tutors role is to help and support students for the entire duration of their studies. Please remember our tutors are here to help. Never be embarrassed to ask for help.

This course is completed using continual assessment followed by a home based examination paper which will be forwarded to you from home upon completion of the required assignments. This course consists of three lessons overall. Students will be required to submit assignments after each lesson via email or post proving their understanding of the subject covered. A grade and report will be issued on your progress with any suggestions for improvement if necessary

Q: When can I enrol?

The beauty of distance learning means that students can enrol at anytime they wish 365 days of the year. Enrolments and payment can be made online or by calling our office on 0121 2880181.

Q: How soon after enrolment can I start studying?

Students would normally receive their course materials within seven days of enrolment. Materials for this course are posted out via Royal Mail second class post.

Q: Is this course accredited?

Yes! This course is accredited by NCFE. See our qualifications page for full details.

Q: Is there any funding available towards the course fees?

UK Open College is a privately run college therefore we do not have access to funding

Q: Do you offer any discounts for the unemployed or low income households?

Unfortunately discounts are not available

Q: Can I pay monthly for my course?

Yes! We do offer payment plans for this course to students resident in the UK only.  See fees page for further details.

Q: How do I know whether this is the right course for me?

In truth we cannot be sure if this course or indeed home learning will meet every students needs. To help we have a money back guarantee scheme in place which allows students to receive and try the course materials for seven days to establish whether this course is the ideal course for them. If it's not simply notify us via email or telephone within the seven day period for a full refund. Please be aware this is a strict seven day scheme and no refunds are processed once this period has expired.

Q: Is this course available to International students?

Yes! We currently have students all over the world studying with the college. With todays technology distance is no barrier at all. Students outside of the UK will need access to email to submit course assignments. Additional charges for delivery of paper course materials will apply if required.

Q: Are there any deadlines for course assignments?

No! You can submit course assignments at your own pace. The only deadline is for completion of the whole course which requires students to finish within one year of registration.

Q: What if I have questions relating to my course or have problems understanding some of the questions?

No problem! All students have access to a personal tutor for the duration of their course with whom they may correspond with. You are not on your own when you study with us! We really do want you to pass your course!

Q: Will I have to purchase any additional books or materials?

No! We provide all the required course materials to enable you to complete your studies. 
 If you require any further information on this course then please call our administration team on 0121 288 0181 and we will be happy to help you as much as we can. Alternatively complete the information request form below and one of our friendly advisors will contact you.


Information Request

Course Fee: Starting at: £399.00

UK Student can choose to pay their course fees in full upon enrolment (£399.00) or take out a pay as you study plan as follows.

Enrolment Fee£199.00
5 x  Monthly payments£50.00
Total Fees Payable£449.00
  
Pay in full and Save £50.00

Call our office on 0121 2880181 for guaranteed acceptance onto our pay as you study plan* (Applies to UK Students only) 

MOD Personnel can claim a 10% Reduction on fees when paying in full by quoting BFPO10 when contacting us. Proof will be required.

*Valid Debit/Credit card required .

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