The NVQ in Management L3 is intended for first line managers who are able to demonstrate competence at the appropriate level in key areas that include managing activities, resources, people and information. This qualification is relevant to people who have:

  • Tightly defined areas of management responsibility
  • Some opportunity for taking decisions and managing budgets
  • Responsibility for achieving specific results by using resources effectively
  • Responsibility for the allocation of work to team members, colleagues or contractors

Candidates normally progress to this award by means of their organisational experience, role and responsibilities. This qualification is often taken by managers whose primary qualifications are not in management but who have moved into a management role. 

To achieve a full Level 3, candidates must achieve 7 units made up of 4 mandatory units and 3 optional units.