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Free Level 3 Applied Business Course in Northampton

CostFREE
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAQA awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Applied Business Course in Northampton. Classes run at Elizabeth Woodville School North Campus, full-time during the day.

The course suits those who prefer coursework to exams. You'll explore how businesses work, study entrepreneurship, and apply your learning to real business situations. Topics include business planning, marketing, finance, and how organisations operate. The course runs over two years.

You'll finish with an AQA Extended Certificate in Applied Business.

Who this course is for

If you're staying in full time education beyond 16, are interested in business but prefer coursework to exams, then this course is a good alternative to A level Business Studies. It adds a work related slant to your studies and gives you the chance to apply your learning to some real business situations. You'll get an insight into the world of business and entrepreneurship and a good foundation for business related opportunities in employment, self-employment or university. The course will also develop your transferable skills including research, teamwork. problem-solving and communication that can be useful for a wide range of careers.

Entry requirements

4 GCSE's at grade 5 (C) or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they operate.
  • You'll study marketing, including how businesses reach their customers.
  • You'll learn the basics of business finance and budgeting.
  • You'll investigate entrepreneurship and what it takes to start a business.
  • You'll apply your knowledge to real business scenarios through coursework.
  • You'll develop skills in planning, analysis, and presenting business ideas.

How you will learn

The course is assessed mainly through coursework rather than exams. You'll complete assignments and projects that apply business knowledge to practical situations. Classes are delivered in person during the day at Elizabeth Woodville School North Campus. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 5 or above to join the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Elizabeth Woodville School North Campus 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 organisation.
  • Office manager, oversees admin operations for a team or business.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns.
  • Sales coordinator, manages orders, accounts, and customer relationships.
  • Accounts assistant, supports finance teams with bookkeeping and records.
  • Customer service team leader, manages a front-line customer service team.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Business, a broader qualification for those wanting more depth before university.
  • A-level Business Studies, for learners who want to combine business with other A-level subjects.
  • Higher National Certificate in Business, a Level 4 qualification that moves toward degree-level study.
  • Business and Management degree, the natural next step for those aiming for graduate-level roles.
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