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Free BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Waltham Forest – Heathcote School & Science College

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business Course in Waltham Forest. Classes run at Heathcote School & Science College, full-time over two years.

This BTEC covers finance, marketing, human resources, management, and business communication. You'll build a solid grounding across the key areas that drive real organisations. The course is equivalent to one A Level, making it a strong foundation for university or employment.

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

Who this course is for

This course develops an understanding of finance, marketing, human resources, management and communication. It is equivalent to one A Level. This BTEC National is a Level 3 qualification designed to provide a highly specialised work-related qualification and to give students the knowledge, understanding and skills that you need to prepare for employment

Entry requirements

5 Grade 4s including English and Maths plus Grade 4 Business Studies GCSE or P2 Level 2 BTEC

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses manage their finances and budgets.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how organisations reach their customers.
  • You'll learn how human resources teams recruit, develop, and support staff.
  • You'll examine management structures and how organisations are led.
  • You'll develop business communication skills used across professional settings.
  • You'll analyse how different business functions work together.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Heathcote School & Science College. Pearson Edexcel BTEC qualifications at this level are assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations. Assignments are set and marked by your tutors, while external assessments are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Heathcote School & Science College 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 tasks.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver campaigns for a business.
  • Customer service advisor, manages customer queries and accounts.
  • Sales support coordinator, assists a sales team with admin and reporting.

What you could study next

  • A Levels in Business Studies or Economics, if you want to broaden your academic profile for university entry.
  • BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma in Business, a larger qualification covering more units in greater depth.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a Level 4 qualification for those moving into higher education or professional roles.
  • Degree-level study in Business, Management, or Marketing at university.
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