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BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Hitchin for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Hitchin Girls’ School

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

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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business Course in Hitchin. Classes run at Hitchin Girls' School, full-time over two years.

This Level 3 BTEC business qualification covers the core of how businesses operate. You'll study topics including marketing, finance, human resources, and business strategy. The course suits those entering Year 12 who meet the entry requirements: five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English and Maths.

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

Who this course is for

Students entering Year 12

Entry requirements

The standard entry requirement for the Hitchin Consortium is five Grade 9-4 GCSE's or equivalent, including English & Maths at Grade 4 or above. Most subjects will have additional entry requirements which are detailed in our prospectus on each school website.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they operate day to day.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how organisations reach their customers.
  • You'll learn how businesses manage their finances and control costs.
  • You'll examine human resources and how organisations recruit and develop staff.
  • You'll analyse business strategy and how companies plan for growth.
  • You'll develop skills in research, data analysis, and presenting business information.

How you will learn

The BTEC is assessed through a mix of coursework assignments and external examinations. Coursework is set and marked against Pearson Edexcel criteria. Some units are assessed by externally set tasks completed under timed conditions. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years alongside sitting formal exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hitchin Girls' School 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, communications, and scheduling tasks.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns.
  • Sales support coordinator, assists sales teams with orders and customer queries.
  • Customer service advisor, manages customer accounts and resolves issues.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Business, a larger qualification covering more specialist units.
  • A-Level Business Studies, a complementary academic route often taken alongside BTECs.
  • BA (Hons) Business Management, a university degree for those wanting to progress to higher education.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a Level 4 qualification for those moving into higher vocational study.
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