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Free BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Shipley – Shipley College

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Shipley. Classes run at Shipley College, full-time over two years.

The course covers a broad range of business topics, including marketing, human resources, finance, law, and retail. You'll explore how real organisations operate and develop practical skills across each area.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Business.

Who this course is for

Unlock your business potential with Shipley College's Level 3 Business course! Tailored for school leavers, it covers a broad range of business topics to help you find your ideal specialist area. Perfect for those interested in law, human resources, retail, or starting their own business., , Enrolling in this course opens doors to exciting prospects, including progression to a degree, apprenticeship, or full-time job. Explore hands-on projects in marketing, human resources, finance, and website design to identify your preferred industry and gain invaluable work experience., , Join Shipley College's Business course today and chart your path to a rewarding future in business!

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English & maths. If you do not have grade 4 or above in both subjects, the minimum for the other subject is grade 3., , A full Level 2 at Pass grade or above with English & maths grades equivalent to those stated above. Students with grade 3 in either English or maths

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and managed.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how businesses reach their customers.
  • You'll learn about human resources and how organisations manage people.
  • You'll examine business finance, including budgeting and financial planning.
  • You'll investigate business law and the legal environment companies operate in.
  • You'll develop skills in website and digital business tools.
  • You'll work on hands-on projects that reflect real business challenges.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Shipley College. Assessment is a mix of coursework assignments and external examinations, which is standard for a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National qualification. Assignments are completed throughout the course, so your work builds up over time rather than depending on a single exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Shipley 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.
  • Human resources assistant, supports recruitment and staff management.
  • Sales executive, develops client relationships and drives revenue.
  • Office manager, oversees administrative operations for a business.
  • Retail supervisor, manages teams and operations in a retail setting.

What you could study next

  • A Level 4 or Level 5 HND in Business, a natural next step toward a degree-level qualification.
  • A degree in Business Management, Marketing, or a related subject, with this BTEC often meeting university entry requirements.
  • A Business Administration Apprenticeship, combining work and study at Level 3 or above.
  • A specialist qualification in Digital Marketing or Human Resources, for those who want to focus on a particular area.
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