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BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Broadstone 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 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business Course in Broadstone. Classes run at Corfe Hills School, full-time over two years.

You'll study alongside A Levels or other applied qualifications. The course develops teamwork, creative problem solving, and research skills. Units cover business functions, marketing, finance, and enterprise.

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

Who this course is for

The Business Extended Certificate BTEC Is aimed at learners who are interested in learning about the business sector alongside a combination of other subjects, whether A Level or other BTECS or other applied qualifications such as the OCR Nationals.

The BTEC Business course is an applied course based on investigation and research into real businesses. Heavy emphasis is places on work-related learning and developing key transferable skills such as teamwork, creative problem solving and research. The course will allow students to investigate the wealth of local business in Broadstone and surrounding areas - from the small local entrepreneur to the national chains such as B&Q and global organisations like JPMorgan

The BTEC Business Extended Certificate is the equivalent in size and value to 1 A Level. Learners will complete 4 Units during a 2 year period. 3 mandatory units and 1 optional units, 1 of which will be an externally set exam.

BTEC Business is a respected progression route and is valued by universities, employers and training providers. 37% of businesses prefer to recruit to hold a mix of academic and vocational qualifications or value BTECs equally (CBI Skills survey, 2015). Progression routes offered by BREC Business include studying a degree; apprenticeships or employment.

“BTEC courses give you real hands-on experience. It’s what I call “learning by doing” and gives you the skills todays employers are looking for.” Peter Jones CBE, Dragon and entrepreneur

Entry requirements

6th Form entry: The overall 6th Form entry requirements are: a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades 9-4, including a grade 9-4 in English. Subject specific entry: GCSE Grade 4 in English and Mathematics and Grade 4 in Business (if studied).

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and how they operate.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how businesses reach their customers.
  • You'll examine business finance, including budgets and financial planning.
  • You'll develop research and analytical skills through business investigations.
  • You'll practise teamwork and creative problem solving in applied tasks.
  • You'll build transferable skills valued across a wide range of business roles.

How you will learn

The BTEC format is coursework-based. You'll complete assignments, research tasks, and business investigations rather than sitting traditional exams. Some units may include externally assessed tasks set by Pearson Edexcel. Classes are delivered in person at Corfe Hills School during the day. You'll work individually and in groups throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Corfe Hills School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator, supports day-to-day operations across a business.
  • Office assistant, handles admin, communications, and scheduling tasks.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns.
  • Sales coordinator, supports a sales team with admin and customer contact.
  • Customer service advisor, manages customer queries and accounts.
  • Junior account executive, works with clients in an agency or business setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Business, a larger qualification covering more business units in greater depth.
  • A Level Business Studies, a traditional academic route that pairs well with BTEC study.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a Level 4 qualification and a step toward a business degree.
  • Degree in Business Management or Marketing, for those aiming for graduate-level roles.
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