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BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Brentwood for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Shenfield High School

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration24 months
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 Brentwood. Classes run at Shenfield High School, full-time over two years.

The course covers marketing, finance, human resources, and how organisations operate. You'll study through a mix of coursework and external exams, developing practical business knowledge alongside analytical skills. To join, you'll need six GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including at least grade 4 in English and Maths.

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

Who this course is for

The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Business is ideal for students with an interest in the world of business and want to understand how organisations operate. It will suit students who may prefer a more practical, applied and coursework-based approach compared with a traditional A Level. The course combines practical coursework with external assessment. With students developing their knowledge of areas such as marketing, finance, and business performance while applying their learning to real business scenarios.  The Edexcel National Extended Certificate in Business is equivalent in size to one A Level but is a BTEC qualification. This allows students to study other subjects alongside the course.

Entry requirements

Six GCSEs at grade 4.  If you have previously studied Business Studies, you will need to have obtained a grade 4 in GCSE Business or a Merit at Level 2 BTEC Business.  At least a grade 4 in English and Mathematics at GCSE is also necessary.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they operate.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how organisations reach their customers.
  • You'll learn the fundamentals of business finance and financial planning.
  • You'll examine human resources and how organisations manage people.
  • You'll analyse business performance and how decisions are made.
  • You'll develop skills in presenting and applying business information.

How you will learn

The course combines coursework-based units with external assessment. You'll complete assignments and projects that apply your knowledge to real business scenarios. Some units are assessed through written exams set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. Classes are delivered in person at Shenfield High School during the day.

What you will need to bring

Shenfield High School will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator, supports the day-to-day running of an organisation.
  • Office assistant, handles admin tasks across a range of business settings.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns.
  • Customer service advisor, manages queries and relationships for a business.
  • Sales support assistant, assists a sales team with admin and coordination.

What you could study next

  • A Level 4 or Level 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Business, a common next step for those wanting specialist knowledge in management, marketing, or finance.
  • A Business or Management degree at Level 6, for those aiming toward graduate-level roles.
  • A CIPD qualification, if you want to move into human resources.
  • An AAT qualification, if finance and accounting is the direction you want to take.
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