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BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Stamford 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 Stamford. Classes run at Stamford Endowed Schools, full-time during the day over two years. You'll study how businesses operate, how the economy shapes buying behaviour, and how firms respond to change. The course also covers managing people, employment law, and strategic decision-making. Entry requires grade 5 or above in both English Language and Mathematics GCSEs. This level 3 btec business qualification is awarded by Pearson Edexcel and sits alongside A Levels in terms of academic weight.

Who this course is for

BTEC Business available to study as either a National Diploma (2 A Level equivalent) or an Extended Diploma (3 A Level equivalent). BTEC Business is a life skills course. It will teach students about dealing with and managing people and how to make informed day-to-day and strategic decisions. Students will learn about the economy, how it affects buying behaviours and the variety of ways in which firms respond to this. It will also teach students about employment law in the context of an employer and an employee.

Entry requirements

Grade 5 or above in English Language and Mathematics GCSEs.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses make day-to-day and strategic decisions.
  • You'll study how the economy influences consumer buying behaviour.
  • You'll learn how firms adapt their strategies in response to economic change.
  • You'll examine employment law in a real business context.
  • You'll develop skills in managing and working with people.
  • You'll analyse business finance and how organisations manage resources.
  • You'll build knowledge of marketing and how businesses reach customers.

How you will learn

The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Certificate is assessed through a combination of coursework assignments and externally set examinations. Coursework is completed in class and independently, with tasks linked to real business scenarios. Some units are assessed by Pearson Edexcel through timed written exams. Your teacher will mark and internally verify coursework before it is submitted to Pearson Edexcel for moderation.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Stamford Endowed Schools will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator: supporting day-to-day operations in an office or organisation.
  • Marketing assistant: helping plan and deliver campaigns for a business.
  • Sales executive: managing client relationships and hitting sales targets.
  • Human resources assistant: supporting recruitment, contracts, and staff records.
  • Accounts assistant: handling invoices, payments, and financial records.
  • Customer service team leader: managing a team and resolving customer issues.
  • Retail manager: overseeing staff, stock, and sales in a retail setting.

What you could study next

A Level Business Studies: deepen your academic understanding if you want to apply to university.

BTEC National Extended Diploma in Business: a three A Level equivalent that broadens your business knowledge further.

Degree in Business Management, Marketing, or Finance: the natural next step for university entry.

Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business: a work-focused higher education route if you prefer a vocational path after sixth form.

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