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Level 2 Business Course in Rugby

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Business Course in Rugby. Classes run at Rugby College, full-time during the day.

Tuition is free if you're under 19 years old or hold an EHCP. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, though waivers are available based on income or benefits. The course covers the core skills needed to work in a business environment. You'll study topics such as business communication, customer service, finance, and how organisations operate. You attend college three days a week, with independent study alongside. The course runs for one year.

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

Who this course is for

This Level 2 Certificate in Business is an introduction to the skills needed to work within a business environment. The foundation course will enable you to progress into the working environment in business. It will also give you the opportunity to progress to a T level course.This is a full-time course. It has a duration of one year. You will be required to attend college for three subject days per week. There will be a mix of delivery and independent learning.You will also need to attend 72 hours of placements within industry over the one year. The placements are aligned to the qualification and support the transition into employment.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they operate.
  • You'll develop business communication skills, including written and verbal communication.
  • You'll learn how to deliver good customer service in a business setting.
  • You'll study basic business finance, including budgets and costs.
  • You'll understand how marketing and promotion work within a business.
  • You'll build skills in planning, organisation, and working as part of a team.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and independent study. The course uses a mix of assignments, projects, and portfolio work rather than traditional exams. You attend college three days a week. Work is assessed throughout the year, so there are no end-of-year written exams for most units.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Rugby 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 office.
  • Customer service assistant, handles enquiries and supports customers directly.
  • Admin assistant, manages records, correspondence, and scheduling.
  • Retail assistant, works on the shop floor in a customer-facing role.
  • Receptionist, the first point of contact for visitors and callers.
  • Junior marketing assistant, helps with campaigns and promotional activity.

What you could study next

  • T Level in Business and Administration, a two-year technical qualification for those wanting a deeper business specialism.
  • Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Business, a broader qualification that can lead to university or higher-level roles.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration, suited to those moving into office management or senior admin work.
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