Level 2 Business Course in Nuneaton for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyMultiple awarding bodies

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? Check which courses you can do free.

About this course

Free Level 2 Business Course in Nuneaton. Classes run at St Thomas More Catholic Academy and Sixth Form College, full-time during the day.

The course runs over two years. You'll study how businesses operate, how they are managed, and what it takes to start and grow a business. Topics cover marketing, finance, human resources, and business strategy. You'll need a Grade 5 in GCSE Science, English, and Maths to join. A prior business qualification is helpful but not required.

You'll finish with a Level 2 Business qualification.

Who this course is for

Students who want to progress into the Business industry or may be thinking of establishing their own business in the future.

Entry requirements

Grade 5 in CGSE Science, English, and Maths. A Level 2 qualification in Business would be advantageous, but is not essential.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are set up and managed.
  • You'll study marketing and how businesses reach their customers.
  • You'll learn the basics of business finance and budgeting.
  • You'll examine human resources and how organisations manage people.
  • You'll look at business strategy and decision-making.
  • You'll develop an understanding of what it takes to start your own business.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons and coursework. Assessment is likely to include written assignments and exams. Your teachers will guide you through each topic over the two-year programme.

What you will need to bring

St Thomas More Catholic Academy and Sixth Form College will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator, supports the day-to-day running of an organisation.
  • Customer service advisor, handles enquiries and supports clients.
  • Sales assistant, works in retail or commercial sales environments.
  • Office coordinator, organises schedules, communications, and records.
  • Junior marketing assistant, supports campaigns and social media activity.
  • Accounts assistant, helps with invoicing and basic financial tasks.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Business Diploma or A Level Business, the natural next step for deeper study and stronger career options.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business, a broader qualification that can support entry to university.
  • Higher National Certificate (Level 4) in Business, for those moving into higher-level study after Level 3.
  • A Business or Management degree (Level 6), for those aiming for graduate-level roles or management careers.