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

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 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 Chesham. Classes run at Chiltern Hills Academy, full-time over two years.

This BTEC business course covers the principles that underpin every type of organisation. You'll study marketing, interpersonal skills, business law, and accounting. No prior business study is required, though students who hold a BTEC Level 2 Award in Business will need a Merit grade or above.

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

Who this course is for

This is a vocational or work-related qualification and means that students will have the opportunity to gain specific knowledge, understanding and skills that are relevant to the world of work. The principles of business that students will learn here underpin every organisation, from presenting positive marketing messages and developing effective interpersonal skills, to operating within a legal framework and accurate accounting.

Entry requirements

Although previous study of business is not essential, students who have taken the BTEC Level 2 Award in Business require a Merit grade or higher to study this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how marketing messages are developed and communicated.
  • You'll study the legal frameworks that businesses must operate within.
  • You'll learn the principles of accurate accounting and financial record-keeping.
  • You'll develop effective interpersonal and communication skills for the workplace.
  • You'll understand how different types of organisations are structured and managed.
  • You'll apply business knowledge to real workplace contexts and scenarios.

How you will learn

The course is classroom based and taught full-time during the day. Pearson Edexcel BTEC qualifications are assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations. Your work is marked against set criteria throughout the course, so you build evidence of your skills and knowledge as you go.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Chiltern Hills 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 organisation.
  • Office assistant, handles admin, communications, and scheduling tasks.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns.
  • Customer service advisor, manages enquiries and builds client relationships.
  • Sales support coordinator, assists sales teams with admin and reporting.
  • Junior accounts assistant, supports financial record-keeping and invoicing.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma in Business, a larger qualification covering more units and opening further doors.
  • A-Level Business Studies, useful if you want to combine academic study alongside this BTEC.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a Level 4 qualification and a step toward degree-level study.
  • Degree-level study in Business, Management, or Marketing at university.
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