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BTEC Level 1 Business Course in Birmingham

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration1 year
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 South & City College Birmingham for more info.

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About this course

BTEC Level 1 Business Course in Birmingham. Classes run at South and City College Birmingham Digbeth Campus, full-time during the day. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances. Call the college on 0121 694 5001 for details.

The course covers core business topics. You'll study marketing, business organisation, communication, and time management. It takes around one year to complete. You'll need at least an Entry Level 3 qualification in English and Maths, or GCSEs at grade 2 or above, to join.

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

Who this course is for

This introductory course is perfect for 16-18 year old learners who are looking to start a career in Business. You’ll develop fundamental skills such as understanding Communicating with Customers, Being Organised and creating a Progression Plan whilst looking at various Enterprises.You’ll also gain essential knowledge about key Business subjects such as Online Businesses, Business Organisations, Finance, Marketing, Promotion and Branding. You will be able to improve your English and Maths skills, develop your study skills, with the opportunity to go further.This is a classroom-based course giving you key insights into the world of Business, with guest speakers, in-sight days and business trips to support the curriculum, including Severn Trent, Daines Accounting, TfWM, Barclays, Deloitte, JLR, Subway, to name a few.

Entry requirements

4 GCSE’s grade 1-3 or a minimum Entry 3 or Level 1 functional skills in both Maths & English* If you do not have evidence of a recognised English or Maths qualification you will undertake an Initial Assessment at the start of your course to support your enrolment.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how businesses are organised and how they operate.
  • You'll study the basics of marketing and how businesses reach customers.
  • You'll develop communication skills used in business settings.
  • You'll practise organisation and time management techniques.
  • You'll explore how teams work together in a business environment.
  • You'll build an understanding of customer service principles.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at the Digbeth Campus. The BTEC is assessed through assignments and projects rather than exams. You'll complete tasks that relate to real business topics. Your work is submitted and marked throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South and City College Birmingham Digbeth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Admin assistant, supports a team with day-to-day office tasks.
  • Business administrator, handles records, communications, and scheduling.
  • Customer service assistant, helps customers in person or by phone.
  • Receptionist, manages front-of-house duties for an organisation.
  • Office junior, provides general support across a business team.

What you could study next

  • BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Business, a natural next step after this qualification and covers business topics in more depth.
  • 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 further study at Level 3.
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