Free Level 2 Enterprise and Marketing Course in Bristol. Classes run at Abbeywood Community School, full-time over two years. You'll study the business sector broadly, applying your learning to real business situations. The course covers enterprise, marketing, and how businesses operate. It's roughly equivalent to one A level and is typically studied alongside other Level 3 subjects. Entry requires four or five GCSEs at grade 3 or above, or a relevant Level 2 qualification. A strong option if you're considering a business-related degree or thinking about running your own business.
Who this course is for
This work related course is an alternative to A level business and is suitable for you if you are considering a career in business, studying a business related degree or thinking of running your own business in the future. It will give you a broad overview of the business sector and the chance to apply your learning to some real business situations. It's roughly equivalent to 1 A level and is generally taken over 2 years alongside other level 3 subjects.
Entry requirements
4-5 GCSE's at grade 3 (C) or above or a relevant level 2 qualification.
What you will learn
You'll explore how businesses are set up and how enterprise works in practice.
You'll study marketing principles and how businesses reach their customers.
You'll apply business knowledge to real scenarios and case studies.
You'll develop understanding of how to identify and respond to market opportunities.
You'll learn how businesses plan, promote, and sell products or services.
You'll build skills in analysing business data and making informed decisions.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons, combining taught content with applied tasks and business scenarios. Assessment for the OCR Cambridge National includes both controlled assessment tasks and written examinations. You'll complete coursework units alongside exam preparation across the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Abbeywood Community School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Marketing assistant: supports campaigns and day-to-day marketing activity.
Business administrator: handles operations and coordination across a business.
Sales executive: sells products or services to customers and clients.
Social media coordinator: manages a brand's online presence and content.
Retail supervisor: oversees sales teams and store operations.
Junior account manager: supports client relationships in an agency or business.
What you could study next
Level 3 Business, Administration and Finance (BTEC or equivalent): a natural next step for broader business study.
Level 3 Digital Marketing Qualification: focuses specifically on online marketing skills valued by employers.
A level Business Studies: if you want to continue into higher education with a traditional academic route.
Degree-level study in Business, Marketing, or Entrepreneurship: the Cambridge National is recognised as preparation for business-related degrees.
