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Free Level 3 Business Course in Boston

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

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

The course covers exploring business, marketing campaigns, personal and business finance, managing events, and business decision-making. You'll also build practical workplace skills. These include using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, presenting ideas, managing your time, and leading a team.

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

Who this course is for

This course provides an innovative and creative curriculum, covering core areas such as: Exploring Business, Developing Marketing Campaigns, Personal Finance, Business Finance, Managing Events and Business Decision Making all fundamental to the success of business organisations. You will develop practical skills for the workplace including use of Word, excel and PPT, presentation skills, research skills, managing their time, and leading a team to manage events and activities. All businesses need these skills so wherever you go, we will support you to be ready for your next steps, whether its university, apprenticeships or the workplace.

Entry requirements

The entry qualifications for the Level 3 Business Extended Diploma are five GCSEs at grades 4 or above (Old GCSE grade C or above) including English Language and Maths. Or Distinction in a relevant Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) together with Functional Skills Level 2 English and Maths (or equivalent) .

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses operate and make decisions.
  • You'll develop a marketing campaign from brief to execution.
  • You'll manage personal and business finance.
  • You'll plan and run events, leading a team to deliver them.
  • You'll study international business and principles of management.
  • You'll build skills in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • You'll practise research, presentation, and time management skills.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at Boston College, attending three to four days a week. The course uses assignments, projects, and presentations rather than traditional exams. You'll work individually and in teams. A work placement may also be part of the course, giving you practical experience alongside your studies.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Boston 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 assistant, supports recruitment and staff administration.
  • Finance assistant, handles invoices, payments, and financial records.
  • Customer service advisor, manages client queries and accounts.
  • Events coordinator, plans and organises corporate or public events.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Business, Marketing, or Management at university, building on your Level 3 business qualification.
  • A Higher National Certificate or Higher National Diploma in Business, a shorter higher-education route.
  • A Business or Management Apprenticeship, earning while you develop skills on the job.
  • A professional qualification such as a CIPD or AAT programme, specialising in HR or finance.
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