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Level 2 Business And Accounting Course in Birmingham – South & City College Birmingham Digbeth Campus

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

BTEC First Certificate in Business in Birmingham. Classes run at South and City College Birmingham Digbeth Campus, full-time during the day. Fees vary depending on your circumstances. Contact the college for full fee information.

This business and accounting course takes one year. You'll study business theory alongside practical skills in areas such as finance, customer service, sales, and office administration. Entry requires a minimum of four GCSEs at Grade 3, including English or Level 1 Functional Skills English.

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

Who this course is for

Are you a school leaver looking to take your initial steps into the business industry? This course is in preparation for a Level 3 Business programme such a a T Level or a BTEC National Diploma in Business.This Level 2 course blends business theory with practical application, covering a mix of mandatory and optional units. Geared towards providing education and vocational skills, for students aspiring to pursue careers in office administration, financial services, customer service, sales and retailing, as well as distribution and manufacturing. The course places emphasis on key business-related skills, including communication and numeracy.

Entry requirements

One-year programme: Minimum 4 GCSE's at Grade 3 including English or Level 1 Functional Skills English.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and how they operate day to day.
  • You'll develop skills in financial record-keeping and basic accounting principles.
  • You'll learn how customer service works in a business setting.
  • You'll study sales and marketing techniques used in real organisations.
  • You'll understand how office administration supports a business.
  • You'll apply business theory to practical tasks and case studies.

How you will learn

The course is classroom based and delivered full-time during the day. You'll complete a mix of mandatory and optional units assessed through assignments and coursework. There is no formal written exam for most units. Assessment is portfolio based, with tasks set and marked throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South and City College Birmingham Digbeth Campus 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 office.
  • Customer service assistant, handles queries and supports customers directly.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver promotional campaigns.
  • Sales assistant, works in retail or business-to-business sales roles.
  • Accounts assistant, supports basic bookkeeping and financial tasks.
  • Office administrator, manages records, communications, and scheduling.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Business, the natural next step after this qualification and recognised for university entry.
  • T Level in Business and Administration, a two-year technical qualification with an industry placement.
  • Level 3 AAT Diploma in Accounting, for those who want to specialise in finance and accounting.
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