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

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
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 West Northamptonshire.

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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business Course in Daventry. Classes run at The Parker E-Act Academy, full-time over two years.

This Level 3 BTEC business course is worth the same as one A level. You can combine it with A levels or other Level 3 subjects. Units cover business finance, marketing, human resources, and how organisations operate. Assessment is a mix of coursework and exams, so there is no single final exam.

You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths, with at least two at grade 5. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business.

Who this course is for

If you're interested in business but not ready to commit to a totally work related route to further study or employment, this course will give you the chance to get a taste of business, alongside other subjects such as A levels or other work related qualifications. Equivalent to 1 A level, the course combines well with most other Level 3 subjects and would suit you if you prefer a combination of coursework and exams to a linear course with a final exam. You don't need any previous qualifications or experience in business and the course will give you useful transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis that are useful in a wide range of careers.

Entry requirements

5x GCSE's grade 4 (C) and at least x2 at Grade 5 or above including English and maths or a relevant Level 2 qualification.

A grade 5 at GCSE in same subject is required.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and how they operate day to day.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how businesses reach their customers.
  • You'll learn how businesses manage their finances and control costs.
  • You'll examine human resources and how organisations recruit and support staff.
  • You'll develop skills in analysing business data and presenting findings.
  • You'll practise written and verbal communication in a business context.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom lessons, coursework assignments, and written exams. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC format combines internally assessed units, marked through coursework, with externally assessed units sat under exam conditions. This means your final grade reflects both your ongoing work and your exam performance, rather than exams alone.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Parker E-Act 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 or team.
  • Office assistant, handles admin tasks such as correspondence and scheduling.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns.
  • Customer service advisor, manages customer queries for a business.
  • Sales support assistant, provides admin and coordination for a sales team.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Business, a larger Pearson Edexcel qualification worth two A levels if you want to go deeper into business study.
  • A Level Business Studies, a traditional academic route if you want to apply to university.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a Level 4 qualification for those moving into higher education or specialist roles.
  • Degree-level study in Business, Management, or Marketing at university.
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