Free BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Hillingdon – De Salis Studio College

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Hillingdon. Classes run full-time at De Salis Studio College, five days a week during the day. You'll need at least five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including a grade 4 in both GCSE English and GCSE Maths. The course takes one year and covers the core principles of business, from finance and marketing to enterprise and operations.

Who this course is for

Pupils age 16 that have completed their GCSEs. Please see our full post 16 course prospectus from our website: https://www.therosedalehewensacademytrust.co.uk/

Entry requirements

A minimum of 5 GCSES grades 9-4, including a Grade 4 in GCSE English and a Grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and how they operate day to day.
  • You'll study marketing principles, including how businesses research and reach their customers.
  • You'll examine financial planning, budgeting, and how businesses manage money.
  • You'll analyse how businesses develop and implement strategy.
  • You'll investigate human resources and the role people play in business success.
  • You'll develop skills in presenting business information clearly and professionally.

How you will learn

The BTEC National Certificate in Business is assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed exams set by Pearson Edexcel. Assignments are completed throughout the year and marked by your teachers. External assessments are sat at set points in the academic year. Classroom sessions combine taught content, group work, and individual tasks.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. De Salis Studio College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sales executive, supporting business development and client relationships
  • Marketing assistant, helping plan and deliver campaigns
  • Business administrator, managing day-to-day office operations
  • Customer service team leader, overseeing service quality and staff
  • Accounts assistant, supporting financial record-keeping
  • Retail supervisor, managing teams and store performance
  • HR administrator, supporting recruitment and employee records

What you could study next

  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business: a larger qualification that strengthens your university application or opens more management roles.
  • A-Level Business or Economics: combines well with a BTEC Certificate for a broader sixth-form profile.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business: a Level 4 qualification for those moving into higher education or professional roles.
  • Degree in Business, Management, or Marketing: the natural next step for those aiming for graduate-level careers.

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