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

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration24 months
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 Redbridge.

About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business Course in Redbridge. Classes run at Oaks Park High School, full-time over two years.

This Level 3 BTEC business qualification is worth the same as one A level. It combines well with A levels and other Level 3 subjects. You'll study core business topics including finance, marketing, human resources, and business strategy. Assessment mixes coursework and exams, so you're not relying on one final exam alone. You'll need four or five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths, or a relevant Level 2 qualification.

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

4-5 GCSE's grade 4 (C) or above including English and maths or a relevant Level 2 qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and how they operate.
  • You'll study marketing principles, including how businesses reach and keep customers.
  • You'll learn how businesses manage their finances and control costs.
  • You'll examine human resources and how organisations recruit and develop staff.
  • You'll analyse business strategy and how companies plan for growth.
  • You'll develop skills in presenting business information and data.
  • You'll practise applying business knowledge to real scenarios through coursework.

How you will learn

The course is classroom based, with full-time daytime attendance at Oaks Park High School. You'll be assessed through a combination of coursework assignments and written exams. Coursework is completed throughout the two years, giving you the chance to build your grade progressively. Some units are assessed externally by Pearson Edexcel through set tasks or exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Oaks Park High 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 or team.
  • Office assistant, handles admin, correspondence, and scheduling for a business.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver campaigns for a company or brand.
  • Customer service advisor, manages customer queries and accounts for an employer.
  • Sales support assistant, helps a sales team with admin and client communications.
  • Accounts administrator, processes invoices and financial records for a business.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Business, a larger qualification covering more units in greater depth.
  • A levels in Business, Economics, or Accounting, which combine well with this BTEC.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a higher education qualification for those moving into degree-level study.
  • Degree-level study in Business, Management, or Marketing at university, where this BTEC is recognised for entry.

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