Free BTEC Level 3 Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Course in Wilmslow. Classes run at Wilmslow High School, full-time during the day. This level 3 btec enterprise and entrepreneurship course runs over 24 months and covers what it takes to start a business and drive innovation within organisations. You'll learn through projects, assignments, and externally set exams based on realistic business situations. The course is equivalent in size to one A-level. To join, you'll need at least five GCSEs at grades 4 to 9, including English Language or Literature.
Who this course is for
The Pearson BTEC National Extended Certificate in Enterprise and Entrepreneurship is an Applied General qualification for post-16 learners who want to continue their education through applied learning and who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment in the enterprise sector. The qualification is equivalent in size to one A Level. Students will receive a thorough and practical understanding of the issues involved in both starting a business and fostering innovation in a corporate setting allowing them to progress into the business world or into higher education.
Entry requirements
A minimum of 5 GCSEs, grades 4 - 9 (A* - C) including English Language or Literature.
What you will learn
You'll explore how new businesses are started and what makes them succeed or fail.
You'll develop your understanding of innovation and how it works inside larger organisations.
You'll practise entrepreneurial thinking through hands-on enterprise projects.
You'll build skills in planning, decision-making, and evaluating business ideas.
You'll study the economic and social role that entrepreneurs play in society.
You'll complete assignments set in realistic workplace contexts to apply your learning.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions, enterprise projects, and assignments based on realistic business scenarios. Assessment combines internally marked coursework and externally set tasks and exams set by Pearson Edexcel. Projects are designed to reflect real business situations, so you apply knowledge as you build it.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Wilmslow High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Business development executive: identifying growth opportunities for a company
Marketing assistant: supporting campaigns and brand activity
Start-up founder: launching and running your own business venture
Enterprise coordinator: supporting entrepreneurship programmes or initiatives
Account manager: managing client relationships in a business setting
Business analyst: reviewing processes and recommending improvements
What you could study next
A-levels: study alongside or after this btec enterprise and entrepreneurship qualification to broaden your university options.
Higher Apprenticeship in Business Administration or Marketing: earn while you learn at a higher level.
BA (Hons) Business Management or Entrepreneurship: a natural next step at university, building directly on this level 3 btec enterprise and entrepreneurship course.
Level 4 or 5 Diploma in Business or Management: a college-based route into management roles without a full degree.
