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Free BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Westminster

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business Course in Westminster. Classes run at Paddington Academy, full-time during the day.

This Level 3 BTEC business qualification takes one year to complete. You'll study business alongside other subjects, combining coursework and exams. Units cover topics such as business finance, marketing, human resources, and how organisations operate. The course counts as the equivalent of one A Level, so it sits well alongside other Level 3 subjects. Entry requires at least six GCSEs at grades 4 to 9, including English and Maths.

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

6+ grades at 9-4 including English and Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and how they operate.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how businesses reach their customers.
  • You'll learn how finance works within a business, including budgets and costs.
  • You'll examine human resources and how organisations manage their people.
  • You'll develop skills in research, analysis, and presenting business information.
  • You'll understand how external factors such as the economy affect business decisions.

How you will learn

The course combines coursework assignments and written exams. Some units are assessed through tasks you complete during the year. Others are assessed through external exams set by Pearson Edexcel. Classes are taught face-to-face at Paddington Academy during the day.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Paddington Academy 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 organisation.
  • Office assistant, handles admin tasks, correspondence, and scheduling.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver campaigns for a business.
  • Customer service advisor, manages queries and builds client relationships.
  • Sales support assistant, helps a sales team with admin and customer contact.

What you could study next

  • BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma in Business, a larger qualification for those who want to go deeper into business study before university or work.
  • A Level Business Studies, if you want to combine with a more exam-based route.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a higher-level qualification for those moving into management or specialist roles.
  • Degree-level study in Business, Management, or Marketing at university.

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