Free Level 2 BTEC First Diploma in Business Course in Hull. Classes run at Hull College, full-time during the day. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including Maths and English, to enrol. The course runs over one year and covers business fundamentals including marketing, finance, branding, and enterprise. It's a solid grounding if you're thinking about working in business or setting up on your own.
Who this course is for
The Level 2 Business study programme is designed for learners who have an interest in pursing a career in the world of business. The course will introduce you to a number of Business Fundamentals including Marketing, Finance, Branding and Enterprise. If you are keen to work in the world of Business or start-up your own then this may be for you.
Entry requirements
4 x GCSEs at grade 3(D) or above, including Maths and English In addition: An interest in business and enterprise
What you will learn
You'll explore core marketing principles and how businesses reach customers.
You'll study business finance, including how organisations manage money and budgets.
You'll learn about branding and what makes a business stand out.
You'll examine enterprise and what it takes to start and run a business.
You'll develop an understanding of how different business functions work together.
How you will learn
The Pearson Edexcel BTEC First Diploma is assessed through a mix of coursework assignments and externally set assessments. You'll complete units in the classroom, building your knowledge through practical tasks and written work. There are no traditional written exams for every unit, but some units include an externally assessed component set by Pearson Edexcel.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hull College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sales assistant, supporting customers and driving in-store revenue
Customer service advisor, handling queries and accounts for businesses
Administrative assistant, keeping business operations running smoothly
Marketing assistant, supporting campaigns and brand activity
Retail supervisor, managing teams and day-to-day store operations
Junior accounts assistant, processing invoices and financial records
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Business (Pearson Edexcel) - the natural next step, going deeper into strategy, law, and management, and recognised for university entry.
Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship - combines work-based learning with a qualification, giving you employer experience alongside study.
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting - if the finance units sparked an interest, this takes you into a specialist accounting career route.
