Free Level 2 Business And Accounting Course in Ealing

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Business And Accounting Course in Ealing. Classes run at Ealing Green College, full-time during the day.

The course is for 16 to 18 year olds. You'll study enterprise, finance, marketing, and how businesses operate. Units also cover teamwork and communication skills. The course runs over one year and includes external visits and guest speakers from the business world. Assessment is through coursework, a portfolio, and some external exams.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC First Certificate in Business.

Who this course is for

16-18 year olds

Entry requirements

You will need:

Four GCSEs atgrade 3 or above, including English and maths at grade 3 or Functional Skills Level 1 qualifications

or

a relevant Level 1 course and Functional Skills Level 1 in English and maths.

At enrolment, you will have an interview with our course tutors to ensure the course is right for you. You may also need to complete an initial assessment in English and maths, depending on your grades.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are set up and how they operate.
  • You'll study finance and how organisations manage money.
  • You'll learn the principles of marketing and how businesses reach customers.
  • You'll develop skills in teamwork and working effectively with others.
  • You'll practise research, analytical thinking, and communication skills.
  • You'll build a portfolio of work that shows your progress throughout the year.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical assignments, and coursework. Your tutors mark your work and give you feedback throughout the course. You'll be graded as Distinction, Merit, Pass, or Unclassified. You'll build a portfolio to show your skills. Some mandatory units are assessed by external exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Ealing Green College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator, supports the day-to-day running of an organisation.
  • Customer service assistant, handles enquiries and helps customers in person or online.
  • Marketing assistant, supports campaigns and communications for a business.
  • Sales administrator, processes orders and manages customer accounts.
  • Office administrator, keeps records and coordinates tasks across a team.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Business, the natural next step for a deeper business qualification and entry to university.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration, useful if you want to move into office management or operations.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Marketing, for those who want to specialise in brand, digital, or content marketing.