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BTEC Level 3 Business Course in London for 16 to 18 Year Olds – St Thomas the Apostle College

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 London.

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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business Course in London. Classes run at St Thomas the Apostle College, full-time during the day.

You'll study business alongside other subjects. The course covers how businesses operate, marketing, finance, and enterprise. It suits learners who want to keep their options open for higher education. You'll need a Grade 5 GCSE in Business Studies or Economics to apply.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Business.

Entry requirements

Grade 5 GCSE Business Studies or Economics

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and managed.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how businesses reach customers.
  • You'll learn the basics of business finance and budgeting.
  • You'll examine enterprise and how new businesses are started.
  • You'll develop research and analytical skills used in business contexts.
  • You'll build an understanding of the business environment, including legal and ethical factors.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom lessons, assignments, and coursework. Some units are assessed through internally marked assignments. Others are assessed by external Pearson Edexcel exams. You'll build a portfolio of work over the two years. Assessment is a mix of written tasks, reports, and timed exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St Thomas the Apostle College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business Administrator, supports day-to-day operations in an office or organisation.
  • Office Assistant, handles admin tasks and keeps business functions running smoothly.
  • Marketing Assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns for a business.
  • Customer Service Advisor, manages customer queries and builds client relationships.
  • Sales Support Assistant, assists the sales team with admin and client communications.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Business, a larger qualification for learners who want to specialise further before university.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a Level 4 qualification for those moving into higher education.
  • Degree in Business, Management, or Marketing, for learners progressing to university after completing this BTEC business qualification.
  • Level 3 AAT Accounting Qualification, for those interested in moving into finance or accounts roles.
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