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Free BTEC Level 1 Business Course in Broxbourne

CostFREE
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 1 Business Course in Broxbourne. Classes run at Hertford Regional College Broxbourne Campus, full-time during the day.

You'll study a range of business topics over 35 weeks. The course covers how to present a business idea and research other businesses. You'll also learn how to brand a product, communicate with customers, and record income and expenditure. Helping to run an event is part of the course too. You'll need Functional Skills in English and Maths at Level 1 or Entry Level 3 to join.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Introductory Diploma in Business.

Who this course is for

This course is designed to equip students with the key skills needed to develop their personal social and vocational skills required for employment or further study. Students will cover a range of topics including how to present a business idea research other businesses brand a product and communicate with customers. Students will also learn how to record the income and expenditure of a business and contribute to the running of an event as well as transferable skills including customer communication developing a personal progression plan and research techniques. What makes Business at HRC Special? You will partner with charities through projects to help support your local community Develop interpersonal and practical thinking skills Learn to manage time and work with set deadlines You will work with employers on work placement to develop your employability and communication skills You will be taught by industry-trained lecturers Develop your English and maths whilst studying a vocational course of your choiceWhat do our students say?"I'm enjoying the course it helps with my English and improves my skills for example: invoices writing formal emails group work - I am happy.""The course has been challenging but I have enjoyed preparing for the different activities. We are all individuals and we all bring something different to the activities."

Entry requirements

You will need Functional skills in English and maths at Level 1 or Entry Level 3 and have a keen interest in business. You will be required to come to college with an attitude that reflects your aspiration to develop and maintain a professional approach to your studies and improve your employability skills.If you would like help understanding our entry requirements give our Information Team a call on 01992 411411.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to develop and present a business idea.
  • You'll research how other businesses operate.
  • You'll explore how to brand a product.
  • You'll practise communicating with customers.
  • You'll learn how to record business income and expenditure.
  • You'll contribute to planning and running an event.
  • You'll build transferable skills in customer communication and professional conduct.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at the college. The BTEC Introductory Diploma is assessed through coursework and assignments rather than exams. You'll build a portfolio of work across the units as you progress through the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hertford Regional College Broxbourne Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business Administrator, supports the day-to-day running of an office.
  • Admin Assistant, handles correspondence, filing, and scheduling.
  • Customer Service Assistant, helps customers in person or by phone.
  • Retail Assistant, serves customers and supports store operations.
  • Receptionist, manages front-of-house duties for a business.

What you could study next

  • BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Business, the natural next step after this qualification.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Customer Service, useful if you want to focus on customer-facing roles.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Business Administration, leads toward business admin roles and apprenticeships.
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