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

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration37 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
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 Eastleigh. Classes run at Barton Peveril College, full-time during the day over 37 weeks.

The course covers core business topics including marketing, finance, human resources, and business strategy. You'll learn through a mix of coursework, exams, and work experience. That blend suits learners who want to show what they know in different ways. The Level 3 BTEC business qualification is designed to prepare you for university or employment in a competitive business environment.

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

Who this course is for

The Extended Certificate in Business is an exciting course which covers similar content to A Level Business but is aimed at people who prefer a mix of assessment methods i.e. coursework, examinations and work experience. It has been designed to provide a high quality qualification that will not only prepare you for higher education but also develop your communication and employability skills to ensure you are ready for the competitive world of business. You will have the opportunity to complete interesting coursework tasks, examinations and valuable work experience at highly regarded local businesses including Lloyds, TSB, Barclays Bank, Hampshire County Council and many more.

Entry requirements

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What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and how they operate.
  • You'll study marketing principles, including how businesses reach their customers.
  • You'll learn the basics of business finance and how organisations manage money.
  • You'll examine human resources and how businesses recruit and manage people.
  • You'll develop your communication and employability skills for a business setting.
  • You'll analyse business strategy and how companies plan for growth.
  • You'll complete work experience to apply your learning in a real business context.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Barton Peveril College. Assessment combines coursework assignments and written examinations. Work experience is also part of the course. This mix means you're assessed in more than one way, which suits different strengths.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Barton Peveril College 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.
  • Sales support assistant, works with sales teams to manage orders and customer queries.
  • Customer service advisor, handles enquiries and resolves issues for a business.
  • Accounts administrator, supports finance teams with invoicing and record-keeping.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Business, a larger qualification covering more units for learners wanting deeper study.
  • A-Level Business, an alternative academic route if you want to combine subjects for university entry.
  • BA (Hons) Business Management, a university degree for those ready to progress to higher education.
  • Level 3 AAT Accounting Qualification, for learners who want to specialise in finance and accountancy.
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