Free BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Rugby. Classes run at Rugby Borough FC Academy, full-time during the day. This free BTEC business course is designed for learners aged 16 to 18 years old, or 19 or over with an Education, Health and Care plan. The level 3 BTEC business qualification covers 180 hours of study. Your programme is tailored to your starting point and career goals, and can include work experience with local employers.
Who this course is for
16-19
What you will learn
You'll develop core business knowledge across areas such as finance, marketing, and enterprise.
You'll explore how businesses operate and make decisions.
You'll build skills in planning and presenting business ideas.
You'll study customer relations and how organisations manage people.
You'll develop employability skills relevant to business roles.
You'll gain practical experience through work placements or work-related activity.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Rugby Borough FC Academy. Assessment on the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Certificate in Business combines assignments, projects, and coursework. Some units may include externally assessed tasks set by Pearson. Your programme is planned with you in the first few weeks, taking your prior achievements and career goals into account.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rugby Borough FC Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Business administrator, supporting day-to-day office operations
Sales assistant or sales executive, working in retail or B2B environments
Customer service advisor, handling queries and accounts
Marketing assistant, supporting campaigns and communications
Accounts assistant, processing financial records and invoices
Recruitment coordinator, helping businesses find and onboard staff
Office manager, overseeing admin and team coordination
What you could study next
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business, a larger qualification that covers more ground and is widely accepted for university entry.
A Levels in Business, Economics, or related subjects, if you want to combine academic study alongside your BTEC.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business at Level 4, a step toward degree-level study.
Degree-level study in Business, Management, or Marketing at university.
