Level 2 Business Course in Ashford. Classes run at EKC Ashford College (Elwick Road), full-time during the day. If you're under 18, the course is free. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply. Contact the college for details. The course runs for 44 weeks and covers how businesses operate, communicate, and succeed. You'll study units including business purposes, customer service, forecasting, and working in teams, alongside employer-led workshops and work placement opportunities. It's a solid business qualification that can lead to further study or employment in the business sector.
Who this course is for
Gain a solid introduction into the business and learn the skills needed to succeed within your career.
What you will learn
You'll explore how businesses are structured and why they exist
You'll study how organisations communicate and make decisions
You'll learn forecasting techniques used in business planning
You'll develop skills in teamwork and independent working
You'll practise customer service in a business context
You'll take part in employer-led workshops and work placements
You'll build leadership and problem-solving skills relevant to the business sector
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of practical projects, group discussions, client briefs, and industry experiences in the classroom. Employer-led workshops and work placement opportunities are part of the programme. Assessment is through coursework and project-based tasks rather than formal exams, letting you apply what you learn to real business scenarios.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. EKC Ashford College (Elwick Road) will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service advisor: handling queries and supporting business clients
Administrative assistant: organising schedules, records, and communications
Sales support assistant: helping teams meet targets and manage accounts
Office coordinator: keeping day-to-day business operations running smoothly
Retail team leader: supervising staff and managing customer experience
Business development assistant: supporting growth and client relationship work
What you could study next
This level 2 business qualification is designed as a stepping stone to further study.
Level 3 Business Diploma: the natural next step, opening doors to advanced roles, apprenticeships, and higher education
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business: a Level 4 qualification for those aiming toward management or degree-level study
Degree Apprenticeship in Business Management: combines work and study at degree level
