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BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Hammersmith and Fulham for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

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About this course

Free BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business Course in Hammersmith and Fulham. Classes run at Hammersmith Academy, full-time over two years.

This Level 3 BTEC business course covers how businesses operate, how they market products, and how they manage people and finance. You'll study units developed with employers and universities. Entry requires eight or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including grade 5 in English and Maths. A grade 5 or merit in GCSE or BTEC Level 2 Business is also needed if you have studied it.

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

Who this course is for

The new BTEC Nationals were developed in collaboration with employers and representatives from higher education and relevant professional bodies and therefore the content is up to date and includes the knowledge, understanding, skills and attributes required in the sector.

Entry requirements

Eight or more GCSEs at grades 9-4, including grade 5 in English and Mathematics. If you have studied GCSE or BTEC Level 2 Business, you should have achieved a minimum Grade 5 or merit.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they make decisions.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how companies reach their customers.
  • You'll learn how organisations manage their finances and budgets.
  • You'll examine human resources and how businesses recruit and develop staff.
  • You'll develop skills in research, analysis, and presenting business ideas.
  • You'll understand how the business environment affects organisations.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Hammersmith Academy. Assessment is through assignments and coursework rather than exams. You'll complete tasks that apply business knowledge to real scenarios. Your work is marked against Pearson Edexcel criteria, and you'll receive feedback throughout the course to help you improve.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hammersmith Academy 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.
  • Office assistant, handles admin tasks across a range of business settings.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns.
  • Sales support coordinator, assists sales teams with admin and customer contact.
  • Customer service advisor, manages queries and accounts for businesses.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Business, a larger qualification that goes deeper into business topics and strengthens university applications.
  • A-Level Business, an academic route that pairs well with this BTEC for university entry.
  • Higher National Certificate in Business, a Level 4 qualification for those moving into higher education or management roles.
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