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

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
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 Oxted. Classes run at Oxted School, full-time over two years.

This Level 3 BTEC business course covers marketing, finance, human resources, and management. You'll combine theory with practical tasks, building a solid grounding in how businesses operate. You'll need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above to join.

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

Who this course is for

The BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Business is a two-year vocational qualification equivalent to two A-Levels. It is designed for students interested in gaining practical business knowledge and skills, preparing them for higher education or direct entry into the workforce. Students will explore various aspects of the business world, including marketing, finance, human resources, and management. The curriculum combines theoretical learning with practical application, providing a comprehensive understanding of business operations

Entry requirements

At least 5 GCSEs at grade 4 and above.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and managed.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how companies reach customers.
  • You'll learn the basics of business finance and budgeting.
  • You'll examine human resources and how organisations manage people.
  • You'll analyse real business decisions and their outcomes.
  • You'll develop skills in presenting and communicating business ideas.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Oxted School, combining taught lessons with practical assignments. Assessment is mainly through coursework and unit assignments set and marked by your tutors. Some units may include external assessments set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Oxted 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.
  • Office assistant, handles admin tasks across a range of business settings.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver campaigns for a company.
  • Sales support coordinator, assists a sales team with orders and customer queries.
  • HR administrator, supports recruitment and staff records in an organisation.

What you could study next

  • Pearson Edexcel Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Business, a larger qualification covering more units and often preferred for university entry.
  • A-Level Business Studies, useful if you want to combine academic and vocational study.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a higher education qualification for those moving into degree-level study.
  • A business-related degree, building on the foundation this BTEC provides.
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