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BTEC Level 1 Business Course in Halesowen

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Contact Halesowen College for more info.

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About this course

BTEC Level 1 Business Course in Halesowen. Classes run at Halesowen College, full-time during the day. Fee remission may be available, so fees may or may not apply depending on your circumstances. Contact the Admissions department to find out what you'd pay.

The course runs over 36 weeks and covers the core ideas behind how businesses work. You'll explore topics such as business communication, customer service, and how organisations are structured. This Pearson Edexcel BTEC business qualification is a practical introduction to the world of business and administration.

You'll finish with a Level 1 BTEC Introductory Diploma in Business.

Who this course is for

For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk

Entry requirements

For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and how they operate.
  • You'll develop business communication skills, including written and verbal communication.
  • You'll learn how customer service works and why it matters to businesses.
  • You'll study how teams and people are managed within organisations.
  • You'll gain an understanding of basic business administration tasks.
  • You'll build awareness of how businesses plan and make decisions.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Halesowen College. The course uses a mix of assignments, projects, and practical tasks to assess your progress. Assessment is coursework-based, so there are no formal written exams. You'll build a portfolio of work over the 36 weeks that demonstrates what you've learned.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Halesowen College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator, handles day-to-day admin tasks for an organisation.
  • Admin assistant, supports a team or office with administrative duties.
  • Customer service assistant, helps customers in person, by phone, or online.
  • Retail assistant, serves customers and supports store operations.
  • Receptionist, manages front-of-house duties and visitor enquiries.
  • Office junior, provides general support across a business team.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 BTEC First Diploma in Business, the natural next step after this qualification and a route into more specialist roles.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Business Administration, a practical qualification recognised by employers in office and admin settings.
  • Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths, useful alongside any business qualification and often required by employers.
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