BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Huddersfield for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
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 Huddersfield. Classes run at Huddersfield New College, full-time during the day. This level 3 BTEC business qualification takes one year to complete. You'll study core business topics including finance, marketing, human resources, and business strategy. The course is built around Pearson Edexcel's BTEC framework, which employers and universities both recognise. It suits those looking to move into business roles or progress to higher education. You'll graduate with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Certificate in Business.

Who this course is for

16-19 year old students

Entry requirements

huddnewcoll.ac.uk

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and how they operate day to day.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how businesses reach their customers.
  • You'll examine financial planning, budgets, and how businesses manage money.
  • You'll analyse human resources and how organisations manage their people.
  • You'll investigate business strategy and decision-making at a senior level.
  • You'll develop research and analytical skills through assignments and projects.

How you will learn

The BTEC National Certificate in Business is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations set by Pearson Edexcel. Assignments are completed in class and independently, covering real business scenarios. External exams test your knowledge of core units. You'll attend classroom sessions at Huddersfield New College throughout the year, with structured teaching and guided study time.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator - supporting operations across a wide range of organisations
  • Marketing assistant - helping plan and deliver campaigns for businesses
  • Sales executive - managing client relationships and hitting sales targets
  • HR assistant - supporting recruitment, records, and staff management
  • Accounts assistant - handling invoices, payments, and financial records
  • Office manager - coordinating day-to-day business administration
  • Customer service team leader - managing a team in a business environment

What you could study next

  • BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business (Level 4) - a natural next step after your Level 3 BTEC, often available at further education colleges.
  • BA (Hons) Business Management or related degree - many universities accept the BTEC National Certificate for entry onto undergraduate programmes.
  • CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice - if you want to specialise in HR and people management.
  • AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting - if finance is the direction you want to take.

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