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Level 1 Business Admin Course in Lewisham for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Business Admin Courses in Lewisham.

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About this course

Free Level 1 BTEC Introductory Diploma in Business Course in Lewisham. Classes run at CTK Emmanuel Sixth Form, full-time during the day. The course runs for one year. You'll work through projects and assignments covering finance, marketing, law, and ICT, all set in realistic workplace contexts. Topics include exploring business, developing a marketing campaign, managing an event, and personal and business finance. You'll also build time management and essay writing skills. Entry requires a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 2 or above.

Who this course is for

Level 1 qualifications are designed to enhance students work and life skills in a range of contexts. They are appropriate for a diverse range of students including those who have not yet achieved accredited qualifications (such as GCSEs) and those with specific learning needs. The programme is designed to give students the opportunity to engage in learning which is relevant to them and will provide opportunities to develop a range of skills and techniques. In particular, students will hone their personal skills and attributes both of which are essential for successful performance in working life. It is also designed to give students the opportunity to achieve a nationally recognised Foundation Level 1 qualification and to progress on to related Level 2 qualifications. Units include:

  • Working in Business and Administration
  • Recording Business Transactions
  • Preparing for Work Placements
  • Carrying out an Individual Project

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses operate across different sectors and contexts.
  • You'll develop a marketing campaign, learning how businesses promote products and services.
  • You'll study personal and business finance, including budgeting and financial planning.
  • You'll plan and manage an event, applying project and organisational skills.
  • You'll examine business law and how it affects organisations.
  • You'll use ICT in business contexts to present and communicate information.
  • You'll build time management and written communication skills relevant to the workplace.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at CTK Emmanuel Sixth Form. Assessment is both internal and external, using set tasks, assignments based on workplace scenarios, and examinations. You'll complete projects linked to real business situations and may visit workplaces as part of your learning.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. CTK Emmanuel Sixth Form will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator: supporting day-to-day office and admin operations.
  • Marketing assistant: helping plan and deliver promotional campaigns.
  • Finance assistant: processing transactions and supporting financial admin.
  • Customer service advisor: handling queries and supporting business clients.
  • Office administrator: organising schedules, records, and correspondence.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 BTEC Technical Diploma in Business: the next step up, requiring a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, and going deeper into business practice.
  • Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Business: a two-year full-time course equivalent to three A Levels, opening routes to university or employment in finance, HR, management, or marketing.
  • Level 3 Business A Level: can be taken alongside other subjects as part of a professional pathway at sixth form.
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