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BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Blackpool 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 Blackpool.

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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business Course in Blackpool. Classes run at Blackpool Sixth Form College, full-time over two years.

This Pearson Edexcel BTEC covers marketing, human resources, employment law, retailing, and recruitment. You'll also take part in organising a real event and have the chance to attend the Business Live conference at Disneyland Paris. Entry requires five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language or Maths.

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

Who this course is for

What is it? BTEC Business covers many areas including marketing, recruitment, retailing, human resources and employment law. You will have access to careers including management, marketing, events management, entrepreneurship and finance. Why study this course at Blackpool Sixth? As part of studying business at Blackpool Sixth you will take part in organising your own event and have the opportunity to participate in the Business Live conference at Disneyland Paris. Specific course entry requirements: None specific.

Entry requirements

As BTEC level 3 courses are advanced courses, we require five A*- C passes of 4 (C) grade or above (or equivalent) including English language or maths. Please see our website for any specific course requirements.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore core marketing principles and how businesses reach customers.
  • You'll study human resources, including how organisations recruit and manage staff.
  • You'll learn about employment law and its impact on businesses.
  • You'll examine retailing and how businesses sell products and services.
  • You'll develop skills in finance and business planning.
  • You'll organise and manage your own event as part of the course.
  • You'll build knowledge of entrepreneurship and how new businesses are started.

How you will learn

BTEC qualifications are assessed mainly through coursework and assignments rather than exams. You'll complete units throughout the two years, building a portfolio of work. Some units may include a set task completed under supervised conditions. Classes are delivered in person at Blackpool Sixth Form College during the day.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Blackpool Sixth Form 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 organisation.
  • Office assistant, handles admin, communications, and scheduling tasks.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver campaigns for a business.
  • Events coordinator, organises conferences, launches, and corporate events.
  • Human resources assistant, supports recruitment and staff management processes.
  • Sales executive, builds client relationships and drives business revenue.

What you could study next

  • BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma in Business, a larger qualification for learners wanting more depth before university or work.
  • BA (Hons) Business Management, a degree for those aiming for graduate-level roles in management or marketing.
  • Level 3 BTEC in Marketing or Human Resource Management, for learners who want to specialise in a specific business area.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a Level 4 qualification that bridges BTEC study and a full degree.
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