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BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Maidenhead 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? Check which courses you can do free.

About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business Course in Maidenhead. Classes run at Cox Green School, full-time over two years.

This Pearson Edexcel BTEC business qualification covers how businesses operate, how they market products, and how they manage people and finance. You'll explore topics including business strategy, human resources, and the business environment. The course suits those who want a solid grounding in how organisations work.

You'll need four or five GCSEs including English and maths at grade 4 or above to join. You'll finish with a Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business.

Who this course is for

If you're interested in UK and global current affairs, enjoy lively debate and are fascinated by the drama of Westminster, then politics A level is for you. You don't need to have studied the subject at GCSE but an interest in history and good literacy skills will be of benefit for this course. You might be heading for a career in central or local government, law, journalism or political research, though Politics A level will give you transferable skills which are useful in a wide range of careers. Politics combines well with other arts, humanities and social science subjects such as history, English, sociology and economics.

Entry requirements

4-5 GCSE's including English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they operate day to day.
  • You'll study how companies market their products and reach customers.
  • You'll learn how organisations manage their people and human resources.
  • You'll examine business finance, including how companies plan and manage money.
  • You'll analyse the external environment that affects business decisions.
  • You'll develop skills in research, communication, and presenting business information.

How you will learn

The course is assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally set exams. Assignments are completed in class and at home, based on real business scenarios. Exams test your understanding of core business topics. You'll attend daytime classes at Cox Green School throughout the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cox Green School 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.
  • Office assistant, handles admin tasks across a range of business settings.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns.
  • Customer service advisor, manages queries and supports customers directly.
  • Sales support assistant, assists the sales team with admin and coordination.
  • Junior account executive, works with clients under the guidance of senior staff.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Business, a larger qualification that broadens your business knowledge further.
  • A Level 3 T Level in Management and Administration, a technical route combining study with industry placement.
  • A business-related degree at university, building on your BTEC for roles in management, marketing, or finance.
  • A Level 3 AAT Accounting Qualification, if you want to specialise in finance and bookkeeping.

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