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Level 2 Business Course in Croydon

CostFREE
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Business Course in Croydon. Classes run at Coulsdon Sixth Form College, full-time over 35 weeks. Fees may apply, though you may be eligible for fee remission.

The course is a Pearson Edexcel BTEC and covers marketing, finance, enterprise, and customer service. You'll also develop communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. Units include Enterprise in the Business World, Finance for Business, and Promoting a Brand. Learning is built around business scenarios and live projects.

You'll need four GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including English Language and Maths. You'll finish with a BTEC First Extended Certificate in Business.

Who this course is for

The Level 2 BTEC Business course provides a practical introduction to business, covering key areas such as marketing, finance, enterprise, and customer service, while developing essential employability skills, including communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. Learning is grounded in real business scenarios and projects, helping learners understand how businesses operate in practice and apply their knowledge to real-world tasks. Support is provided throughout to help all learners succeed and build confidence. Examples of units learners will study include Unit 1 Enterprise in the Business World Unit 2: Finance for Business, and Unit 3: Promoting a Brand. These units provide learners with practical experience in financial planning and the key skills required to manage people and business operations effectively. Learners make strong progress through clear teaching, regular feedback and a supportive learning environment.

Entry requirements

Four GCSEs grade 9-2 including English Language at grade 2 and maths at grade 2.You will need to provide evidence of a satisfactory school record including satisfactory attendance.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses operate and how they are structured.
  • You'll study marketing and learn how brands are promoted.
  • You'll develop skills in financial planning and business finance.
  • You'll learn about enterprise and starting or growing a business.
  • You'll practise customer service skills in realistic business contexts.
  • You'll build communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
  • You'll apply your knowledge through live briefs, projects, and business scenarios.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, business projects, and real-world scenarios. Assessment is mainly through assignments and coursework rather than exams. Units are assessed as you complete them. You'll receive regular feedback from tutors throughout the course. The college also offers employer engagement through live briefs, trips, competitions, and placements.

What you will need to bring

Coulsdon Sixth Form College will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator, supports day-to-day operations in an office or organisation.
  • Customer service assistant, handles enquiries and supports customers in person or by phone.
  • Admin assistant, provides administrative support across a range of business settings.
  • Retail assistant, works in sales, stock, and customer-facing roles.
  • Marketing assistant, supports campaigns and promotions, though further study is usually needed.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National in Business, the natural next step for those wanting to go further in business study.
  • A Level 3 qualification in Business Administration or Management, useful for supervisory roles.
  • A Level 4 or higher apprenticeship in Business or Management, for those moving into work while continuing to study.
  • A university degree in Business, Finance, or Marketing at Level 6, for those aiming toward graduate-level careers.
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