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Level 3 Business Course in Blackpool 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

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Business Admin Courses in Blackpool.

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About this course

Free Level 3 Business Course in Blackpool. Classes run at Blackpool Sixth Form College, full-time over two years.

The course covers marketing, human resources, employment law, retailing, and recruitment. You'll also get hands-on experience organising your own event. There's even the chance to attend the Business Live conference at Disneyland Paris. To join, you'll normally need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English or maths.

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

Who this course is for

What is it? BTEC Business covers many areas including marketing, recruitment, retailing, human resources and employment law. You will have access to careers including management, marketing, events management, entrepreneurship and finance. Why study this course at Blackpool Sixth? As part of studying business at Blackpool Sixth you will take part in organising your own event and have the opportunity to participate in the Business Live conference at Disneyland Paris. Specific course entry requirements: None specific.

Entry requirements

As BTEC level 3 courses are advanced courses, we require five A*- C passes of 4 (C) grade or above (or equivalent) including English language or maths. Please see our website for any specific course requirements.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore core marketing principles and how businesses attract customers.
  • You'll study human resources, including how organisations recruit and manage staff.
  • You'll learn about employment law and your rights and responsibilities at work.
  • You'll examine retail operations and how businesses manage sales.
  • You'll develop skills in finance and business planning.
  • You'll organise a real event as part of your studies.
  • You'll gain an understanding of entrepreneurship and how to start and run a business.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Blackpool Sixth Form College. The BTEC format means most of your work is assessed through assignments and projects rather than exams. You'll build a portfolio of evidence across your units, covering topics such as marketing, HR, and business strategy. Some units may include presentations or group work.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Blackpool Sixth Form 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.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver campaigns for a business.
  • HR administrator, handles recruitment, records, and staff queries.
  • Events coordinator, plans and manages events for businesses or venues.
  • Retail supervisor, oversees sales teams and store operations.
  • Office manager, keeps business operations running smoothly.
  • Sales executive, builds client relationships and drives revenue.

What you could study next

  • A Level 4 or 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Business, a natural next step for those wanting to specialise further.
  • A degree in Business Management, Marketing, or a related subject, for those aiming for graduate-level roles.
  • A CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice, for those moving into HR.
  • A professional marketing qualification such as a CIM Certificate, for those focusing on marketing careers.
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