Free BTEC Level 3 Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Course in Richmond upon Thames. Classes run at Grey Court School, full-time during the day over two years. You'll start up and run a real legal business as part of your studies, developing practical entrepreneurial skills alongside business knowledge. The Level 3 BTEC Enterprise and Entrepreneurship qualification was developed with entrepreneurs and business people, so the content reflects how businesses actually work. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English Language at grade 4.
Who this course is for
The BTEC is designed for students who wish to know how to start up a business or social enterprise. The qualification has been developed in partnership with the National Enterprise Academy (NEA), in consultation with entrepreneurs and business people and requires students to start up and run a fully functioning legal business to develop their entrepreneurial skills. It encourages students to focus on their own self development through the start-up process ensures that they interact with entrepreneurs and business people throughout the course so that they can learn from experienced professionals.
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs at grade 4 and/or Maths and English Language at grade 4 or above.
What you will learn
You'll plan and launch a functioning legal business or social enterprise.
You'll develop your understanding of how to start up and grow a business.
You'll build skills in financial planning, budgeting, and managing business resources.
You'll learn how to identify market opportunities and develop a business idea.
You'll practise pitching ideas and communicating with entrepreneurs and business contacts.
You'll reflect on your own development as you move through the start-up process.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Grey Court School, combined with hands-on work starting and running a business. Assessment is assignment-based, as is standard for BTEC qualifications. You'll build a portfolio of evidence through your business activities and written assignments. There are no traditional written exams for this qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Grey Court School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Business owner or sole trader, running your own venture
Sales executive, generating leads and winning clients
Marketing assistant, supporting campaigns and brand activity
Business development assistant, identifying growth opportunities
Social enterprise coordinator, running a community-focused organisation
Retail manager, overseeing a shop or outlet
Account manager, managing client relationships day to day
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Business, for a broader business qualification at the same level.
A-Level Business Studies, if you want a more traditional academic route alongside or after your BTEC.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business or Enterprise, a Level 4 qualification and a step toward degree-level study.
A Business or Entrepreneurship degree, for those looking to study at university after completing the Extended Certificate.
