Free BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Ealing – Ealing Green College

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Ealing. Classes run at Ealing Green College, part-time during the day.

The course covers marketing, finance, business management, and the wider business environment. You'll also take part in work experience, business challenges, and masterclasses from guest speakers. It runs over two years and is equivalent to three A Levels. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths. A relevant Level 2 qualification with Functional Skills in English and maths at Level 2 is also accepted. The course is for 16 to 18 year olds.

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

Who this course is for

16-18 year olds

Entry requirements

You will need:

Four GCSEs grade 4 or above, including English and maths or A relevant Level 2 qualification and Functional Skills in English and maths at Level 2

You will alsohave an interview with our course tutors at enrolment, so we canensure the course is right for you.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and how they operate.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how businesses reach their customers.
  • You'll learn the basics of business finance and budgeting.
  • You'll examine the business environment, including competition and economic factors.
  • You'll develop management and leadership skills.
  • You'll build employability skills through work experience placements.
  • You'll gain exposure to real business organisations through visits and exhibitions.

How you will learn

You'll learn in dedicated classrooms with IT equipment. The course includes up to 16 hours of timetabled classes each week, spread across three to four days. You'll have a personal tutor who supports you throughout. Assessment is through assignments and projects rather than exams. You'll also have access to a Learning Resource Centre for private study.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Ealing Green 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.
  • Sales executive, builds client relationships and drives revenue.
  • Office manager, oversees administrative operations for a team.
  • Customer service team leader, manages a front-line customer service team.
  • Accounts assistant, supports financial record-keeping and reporting.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Business, a larger qualification that earns more UCAS points for university entry.
  • A university degree in Business, Management, or Marketing, building on the foundation this BTEC provides.
  • A Level 3 Apprenticeship in Business Administration, combining work and study with an employer.

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