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Free BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Blackburn

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Blackburn. Classes run at Blackburn College, full-time over two years.

The course covers a wide range of business topics. You'll study business law, accounting principles, marketing, and management. It keeps your options open, whether you want to move into business, finance, or law. You'll need five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English Language or Maths. A Level 2 qualification at Merit with GCSE English or Maths at Grade 4 is also accepted.

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

Who this course is for

Business (General )Level 3 Extended Diploma is a 2 year course designed as a specialist programme for students who wish to have a wide range of options to keep career options flexible whether pursuing a career in business, business law or within an accounting environment.

Entry requirements

You will need 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 including English Language or maths or completion of a Level 2 course at Merit and English or Maths at GCSE Grade 4 or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and managed.
  • You'll study core principles of business law.
  • You'll learn the fundamentals of accounting and finance.
  • You'll develop skills in marketing and promotion.
  • You'll analyse business decisions and their outcomes.
  • You'll build knowledge of human resources and people management.
  • You'll practise presenting business information clearly and professionally.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Blackburn College. Assessment is through assignments, projects, and coursework rather than exams. You'll complete units across the two years, building a portfolio of work. Each unit is assessed separately, and your grades contribute to your overall Diploma result.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Blackburn College 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 organisation.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns.
  • Office manager, oversees admin and operations for a team.
  • Sales executive, builds client relationships and drives revenue.
  • Accounts assistant, supports financial record-keeping and reporting.
  • HR administrator, handles recruitment, records, and staff queries.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Business, a larger qualification for those wanting more depth before university.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a Level 4 qualification and a strong step toward a degree.
  • Degree in Business Management or Marketing, for those aiming for graduate-level roles.
  • AAT Level 3 Accounting Qualification, ideal if the accounting units sparked an interest in finance.
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