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BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Chatham for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Business Admin Courses in Medway.

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About this course

Free BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business Course in Chatham. Classes run at Chatham Grammar School for Girls, full-time over two years.

This Level 3 BTEC business qualification covers how businesses are structured, why they exist, and how the wider economy affects them. You'll explore business problem-solving and apply concepts to real scenarios. Units include business environment, finance, marketing, and human resources. The course is for 16 to 19 year olds.

You'll need five GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and Maths, plus at least a grade 4 in English or Maths. You finish with a Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Business.

Who this course is for

Students study the purposes of different businesses, their structure and the impact the external environment can have on their success and development. They will need to adopt an innovative and dynamic approach to business specific problem solving and will be expected to demonstrate their knowledge by applying business concepts to selected scenarios. This qualification provides a more vocational perspective, allowing students to interact with the business environment and experience real authentic business practices.

Entry requirements

Grade 9-3 (A*-D) in five GCSEs including English and Mathematics. Plus, a minimum Grade 4 in English or Mathematics and related subjects.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the purposes and structures of different types of business.
  • You'll analyse how the external environment affects business success.
  • You'll apply business concepts to practical scenarios and case studies.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how businesses reach customers.
  • You'll examine business finance, including budgeting and financial planning.
  • You'll investigate human resources and how organisations manage people.
  • You'll develop problem-solving skills in a business context.

How you will learn

The course combines classroom teaching with coursework assignments and external exams. Some units are assessed through Pearson-set assignments marked internally. Others are assessed by external written exams. You'll work through business scenarios and case studies in class, building both your knowledge and your ability to apply it under exam conditions.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Chatham Grammar School for Girls 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 or team.
  • Office assistant, handles admin tasks across a range of business settings.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver campaigns for a brand or employer.
  • Sales support coordinator, manages customer enquiries and order processing.
  • Customer service advisor, resolves queries and supports clients directly.
  • Accounts administrator, assists with invoicing, payments, and financial records.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Business, a larger qualification for learners wanting more depth before university.
  • BA Business Management degree, the natural next step for those progressing to higher education.
  • Level 3 AAT Accounting qualification, for learners drawn toward finance and accounts.
  • Higher Apprenticeship in Business Administration, combining work and further study at Level 4.
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