Free Level 2 Enterprise and Marketing Course in Bristol. Classes run at Bradley Stoke Community School South Gloucestershire, full-time during the day. You'll need four or five GCSEs at grade 3 or above, or a relevant Level 2 qualification, to join. The course runs over two years and covers business, enterprise, and marketing in a practical way. You'll apply your learning to real business situations and get a broad grounding in how businesses work.
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 they operate day to day.
You'll study marketing principles, including how businesses reach and attract customers.
You'll learn how to identify business opportunities and assess their potential.
You'll develop skills in planning and presenting business ideas.
You'll analyse real business situations and apply your knowledge to solve problems.
You'll build an understanding of finance, budgeting, and managing business resources.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons, combining taught content with practical tasks and assignments. The OCR Cambridge National is assessed through a mix of coursework and externally set assessments. You'll complete tasks that apply your knowledge to business scenarios, building a portfolio of work alongside sitting assessed units throughout the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bradley Stoke Community School South Gloucestershire will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Marketing assistant, supporting campaigns and customer outreach
Sales coordinator, managing orders and client relationships
Business administrator, keeping operations running smoothly
Social media coordinator, creating content and tracking engagement
Retail supervisor, leading a team in a commercial environment
Junior account manager, working with clients in an agency or business
Events coordinator, planning and delivering business or promotional events
What you could study next
Level 3 Business, Administration and Finance (BTEC or A level equivalent) - a natural next step if you want to go deeper into business study.
Level 3 Digital Marketing Qualification - focuses specifically on online marketing skills valued by employers.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business - a higher education route if you want to move toward a degree-level qualification.
Apprenticeship in Business Administration or Marketing - earn while you learn in a real workplace setting.
