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Free BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Rugby

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
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 Rugby. Classes run at Ashlawn School, full-time over two years.

This Level 3 BTEC business course covers four units: Exploring Business, Developing a Marketing Campaign, Personal and Business Finance, and Recruitment and Selection Process. You'll build a broad understanding of how businesses operate, manage money, attract customers, and hire people. The course suits those considering starting a business or moving into a business role after studying.

You'll need five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including grade 4 or above in English and Maths. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business.

Who this course is for

You will study four units over two years covering a range of topics. These will be: 1 Exploring Business (90GLH) 2 Developing a Marketing Campaign (90GLH) 3 Personal and Business Finance (120GLH) 4 Recruitment & Selection Process (60GLH) The Extended Certificate is suitable for anyone who wants to learn about the world of business, or is perhaps considering setting up a business themselves in the future.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs or equivalent at 5+, including 4+ in English and Maths. GCSE Business desirable

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how different types of businesses are structured and how they operate.
  • You'll develop a marketing campaign, learning how to research markets and target customers.
  • You'll study personal and business finance, including budgeting, profit, and financial planning.
  • You'll learn about the recruitment and selection process, from job descriptions to interviews.
  • You'll understand how businesses make decisions and respond to their environment.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Ashlawn School. BTEC qualifications are assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally examined units. Each unit has its own assessment method. You'll complete coursework tasks and sit exams depending on the unit requirements.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Ashlawn 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 tasks across a range of business settings.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver campaigns for a brand or company.
  • Customer service advisor, manages queries and relationships for a business.
  • Sales support assistant, helps a sales team with admin, data, and client contact.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Business, a larger qualification covering more units and subject depth.
  • A-Level Business, a popular academic route alongside or after a BTEC qualification.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a Level 4 qualification that moves you toward degree-level study.
  • Degree-level study in Business, Management, or Marketing at university, for which this qualification may support an application.
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