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Free Level 3 BTEC Business Course in Walsall

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 Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business Course in Walsall. Classes run at Walsall Academy, full-time during the day. You'll need four GCSEs at grades A* to C, including grade 4 in both English and Maths, to join. The course takes two years and covers core business topics including finance, marketing, human resources, and management. The Pearson Edexcel btec national extended certificate in business qualification opens doors to careers in accountancy, law, retail, IT, and public relations, as well as progression to higher education.

Who this course is for

The opportunities for students of Business, on completion of full time education, are vast. There are many possible careers within the Business world and qualifications in Business subjects are acceptable as an entry into many other careers. Career opportunities include work in the following fields:

  • Accountancy
  • Business Administration
  • Education
  • Human Resources
  • IT/Computing
  • Law
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Public Relations
  • Retail

The Business courses offered at Walsall Academy are designed to provide academic and vocational experiences. They will prepare students for their choice of career in both the world of work and Higher Education.

Level 3 Extended Certificate (single)

The BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate allows students to develop their understanding of business theory at the same time as developing employability skills. It is broadly equivalent to one GCE A Level. Students will complete the mandatory units along with an additional unit.

Units of Study

  • Exploring Business (Internally assessed portfolio)
  • Developing a Marketing Campaign (Externally assessed supervised case study)
  • Personal and Business Finance (Externally assessed by exam)
  • Customer Service (Internally assessed portfolio)

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs (Grades A* - C) or equivalent* Grade 4 in GCSE English and Mathematics Level 2 BTEC Buiness (including Level 2 finance exam) - Grade 4 if Business GCSE studied previously

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they operate day to day.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how organisations reach their customers.
  • You'll examine financial concepts including budgeting and business performance.
  • You'll learn about human resources and how organisations manage people.
  • You'll investigate business law and the legal environment companies operate in.
  • You'll develop skills in analysing business data and making informed decisions.
  • You'll look at how management and leadership shape business outcomes.

How you will learn

The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations. Classroom-based learning at Walsall Academy includes tutor-led sessions, case study analysis, and project work. Internal units are assessed through coursework and assignments marked by your teachers. External units are assessed through set tasks or exams set and marked by Pearson Edexcel.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Walsall Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Marketing assistant: support campaigns and brand communications
  • Business administrator: manage office operations and processes
  • HR administrator: assist with recruitment and employee records
  • Accounts assistant: support financial reporting and bookkeeping
  • Retail manager: oversee sales teams and store performance
  • Public relations assistant: handle media and communications work
  • IT business analyst: bridge technology and business operations

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma in Business: a larger qualification if you want more depth before applying to university.
  • BA (Hons) Business Management or related degree: the natural next step for university entry, with this qualification meeting typical admissions requirements.
  • AAT Level 3 Accounting Qualification: if accountancy or finance is your focus, AAT builds directly on business fundamentals.
  • CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice: if human resources appeals, this is the recognised entry-level HR qualification.
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