Free Level 3 Business Course in Hereford. Classes run at Hereford College of Arts, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll get a broad overview of how businesses work and apply your learning to real business situations. Assessment is through projects and assignments rather than a final exam, so it suits those who prefer coursework. You'll cover topics across the business sector and develop practical knowledge you can take into employment or further study.
Who this course is for
This course is suitable for you if you are considering a career in business or thinking of running one of your own in the future. It will give you a broad overview of the business sector and the chance to apply your learning to some real business situations. It is more coursework focused than a traditional A level business course, so would suit you if you prefer being assessed on projects and assignments rather than a final exam. It's roughly equivalent to half an A level and is generally taken over 1 year.
Entry requirements
An interest in the subject area or career path is desirable, however entry requirements can be discussed individually during Pre-Entry Assessment
What you will learn
You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they operate
You'll study marketing, finance, and business planning
You'll apply business knowledge to real-world scenarios and case studies
You'll develop skills in analysing business problems and proposing solutions
You'll complete assignments and projects that reflect genuine business challenges
You'll build an understanding of what it takes to start and run a business
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Hereford College of Arts. Assessment is coursework-based, through projects and assignments rather than a final exam. There is no end-of-year written exam for this qualification. You'll work through units and submit assessed work as you progress through the year. Entry requirements are discussed individually at a pre-entry assessment, where the centre will confirm the course is the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hereford College of Arts will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Business administrator: supporting day-to-day operations in an office or organisation
Sales assistant or sales coordinator: working in retail or business-to-business sales
Customer service advisor: handling enquiries and accounts for businesses
Marketing assistant: supporting campaigns and communications for a company
Office manager: organising resources and staff across a business
Accounts assistant: supporting financial record-keeping and reporting
Retail supervisor: overseeing teams and operations in a retail setting
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business (OCR Cambridge Technical) - a larger qualification that counts as a full A level equivalent and strengthens university applications
A Level Business - a traditional exam-based route if you want to apply to university
Level 4 or 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Business - a higher-level business qualification for those moving into management or specialist roles
Degree-level study in Business, Management, or Marketing at university
