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BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Radstock 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 Radstock. Classes run at Writhlington School, full-time over two years.

This Level 3 BTEC business qualification covers core business topics including marketing, finance, human resources, and business strategy. You'll study through a mix of coursework and exams, so it suits learners who prefer not to rely on a single final exam. The course carries the same weight as one A level and combines well with other Level 3 subjects. You'll need four or five GCSEs at grade 4 or above to apply.

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

Who this course is for

If you're interested in business but not ready to commit to a totally work related route to further study or employment, this course will give you the chance to get a taste of business, alongside other subjects such as A levels or other work related qualifications. Equivalent to 1 A level, the course combines well with most other Level 3 subjects and would suit you if you prefer a combination of coursework and exams to a linear course with a final exam. You don't need any previous qualifications or experience in business and the course will give you useful transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis that are useful in a wide range of careers.

Entry requirements

4-5 GCSE's grade 4 (C) or above

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 how businesses manage their finances and control costs.
  • You'll examine human resources and how organisations manage people.
  • You'll analyse business strategy and decision-making.
  • You'll develop research and analytical skills through coursework assignments.

How you will learn

The course combines coursework assignments and written exams. Some units are assessed entirely through coursework; others include externally set exams. You'll attend daytime classes at Writhlington School and work on assignments throughout the two years. This mixed assessment approach means your final grade is not decided by one exam alone.

What you will need to bring

Writhlington 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 office.
  • Office assistant, handles admin tasks across a range of organisations.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns.
  • Customer service advisor, manages queries and accounts for businesses.
  • Sales support administrator, assists a sales team with admin and coordination.

What you could study next

  • A full-time degree in Business, Management, or Marketing (Level 6), the most common next step after a BTEC National.
  • Higher National Certificate in Business (Level 4), a shorter higher-education route if you prefer to study closer to home.
  • BTEC Higher National Diploma in Business (Level 5), a two-year higher education qualification available at many colleges.
  • CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice, if you want to move into HR after gaining some work experience.
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