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BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Rugby

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Rugby. Classes run at Rugby College, full-time during the day over two years.

Tuition is free if you're under 19 years old or hold an EHCP. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, though waivers are available based on income or benefits.

The course explores how businesses are organised, financed, and run. You'll look at business communication, the people who manage organisations, and how companies operate day to day. It's a strong foundation for roles in business administration and marketing. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Business.

Who this course is for

Business is one of the most useful subjects you can study at college. The average person spends roughly 45 years in employment so having an understanding of the business world is vital. This course provides an insight into how businesses operate; examining those involved in running a business, how they are organised and financed and the importance of effective business communication.The extended diploma is a two-year course. The first year is equivalent to one A level (foundation diploma) and successful completion of the first year will allow progression to year two to complete a total of three A level equivalents graded from pass to distinction*.The course is practical and work-related, where the assessment is based on investigating real life businesses. You will have to research different companies using a variety of methods, such as the internet, or conducting interviews with business owners. This course is delivered as two qualifications, each a year long (usually a foundation diploma in year 1 and the extended diploma in year 2). Students who are 18 years old when they start year 1will therefore be 19 at the start of year 2 and may be subject to fees for the year 2 qualification. All learners will need to successfully complete the year 1 qualification to be able to progress to the year 2 qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are structured and organised.
  • You'll study how companies are financed and managed.
  • You'll develop skills in business communication.
  • You'll examine the roles of people who run and lead organisations.
  • You'll learn how marketing supports business growth.
  • You'll analyse how businesses make decisions and respond to change.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, group work, and assignments. Assessment is mainly through coursework and unit assignments rather than exams. Each unit is assessed separately, and your work is marked against set criteria. Some units may include presentations or case study tasks.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator, supports the day-to-day running of an organisation.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns.
  • Office administrator, manages communications, records, and scheduling.
  • Sales support assistant, assists a sales team with admin and customer contact.
  • Customer service advisor, handles queries and builds client relationships.
  • Junior account manager, supports client accounts within a business.

What you could study next

  • BTEC National Extended Diploma in Business (Level 3), the next step up from this qualification, equivalent to three A levels and a strong route into university.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business (Level 4), a higher education qualification for those moving into management or specialist roles.
  • Degree-level study in Business, Management, or Marketing, for those aiming for graduate-entry careers.
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