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Free BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Wickford – Beauchamps High School

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 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 Wickford. Classes run at Beauchamps High School, full-time over one year.

This BTEC business course covers all key areas of business, from marketing and finance to operations and human resources. You'll also gain practical business experience alongside your studies. The course suits learners who manage their own time well and can meet firm deadlines. It's free for school-aged students.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Extended Certificate in Business.

Who this course is for

This course provides an overview of all aspects of business and offers the opportunity to gain practical business experience. Students undertaking the Extended Certificate should select two additional subjects at A level or BTEC. Students need to be self-managed and make efficient use of independent study time. Students should be able to meet strict deadlines and have excellent attendance.

Entry requirements

Please see Sixth Form prospectus

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they operate.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how businesses reach their customers.
  • You'll learn the basics of business finance and how organisations manage money.
  • You'll examine human resources and how businesses recruit and manage people.
  • You'll develop skills in research, analysis, and presenting business information.
  • You'll gain practical business experience to apply your learning in real contexts.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, research tasks, and independent study. Assessment is a mix of externally assessed exams and internally assessed assignments. You'll need to manage your time well and meet strict deadlines throughout the year. The course is designed to be studied alongside two other A Level or BTEC subjects.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Beauchamps 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 organisation.
  • Office assistant, handles admin tasks across a range of business settings.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns.
  • Customer service advisor, manages customer queries and accounts.
  • Sales support assistant, provides admin and coordination for a sales team.

What you could study next

  • A Levels, if you want to broaden your study before applying to university.
  • BTEC National Diploma in Business, a larger Level 3 qualification covering more business units in depth.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a Level 4 qualification for those moving into higher education or professional roles.
  • Degree in Business Management or Marketing, for learners aiming for graduate-level careers.
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