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BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Milton Keynes for 16 to 18 Year Olds – St Paul’s Catholic School

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 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 Milton Keynes. Classes run at St Paul's Catholic School, full-time over two years.

This Level 3 BTEC business course covers how organisations work, from finance and marketing to human resources and business strategy. You'll study both profit-making and not-for-profit organisations. The course suits those heading to university, employment, or an apprenticeship after sixth form.

Entry requires 24 points or more, plus a Level 2 Pass in Business if you studied it at GCSE. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business.

Who this course is for

It does not matter what you do after Post-16, this course will be relevant! Whether you continue with your education at university, get a job or organise an apprenticeship, BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Business will help you to understand organisations whether profit making or not and equip you with skills needed to embark upon a successful career.

Entry requirements

24 points or more, a Level 2 Pass in Business (if studied at KS4), are needed to study this programme.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they operate.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how organisations reach their customers.
  • You'll learn how finance works within a business, including budgeting and costs.
  • You'll examine human resources and how organisations manage people.
  • You'll analyse business strategy and decision-making.
  • You'll investigate the differences between profit-making and not-for-profit organisations.
  • You'll develop skills in research, analysis, and presenting business information.

How you will learn

The BTEC format combines coursework assignments with some external assessment. You'll complete assignments throughout the two years, applying your knowledge to real business scenarios. Some units are assessed by Pearson Edexcel through set tasks or exams. Classes are delivered in school during the day.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St Paul's Catholic 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 organisation.
  • Office assistant, handles admin, communications, and scheduling.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns.
  • Customer service advisor, manages customer queries and accounts.
  • Sales support coordinator, assists a sales team with admin and client contact.
  • Junior HR assistant, supports recruitment and employee records.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) Business Management, a university degree for those wanting to go deeper into business leadership.
  • BA (Hons) Marketing, suits those drawn to the marketing units in this BTEC.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a Level 4 qualification for those preferring a vocational route after sixth form.
  • Business or management apprenticeship, combining work and study at Level 4 or above.
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