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Level 3 Business Course in Hitchin

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Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Fees apply if you're not eligible. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact North Hertfordshire College for more info.

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About this course

BTEC National Extended Diploma in Business in Hitchin. Classes run at Hitchin Centre, full-time during the day over 36 weeks.

No tuition fees apply if you are 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply, though an Advanced Learner Loan could help with costs.

This Level 3 business qualification covers the core concepts that drive real organisations. You'll explore business strategy, marketing, finance, and human resources. The course is equivalent to three A Levels. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Diploma in Business.

Who this course is for

This one year course is equivalent to 3 A Levels and is for you if you are interested in examining the key concepts of business.

Entry requirements

Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including maths and English or a level 2 qualification in a relevant subject area passed with merit or distinction with maths and English grade 9-4 (or Functional Skills level 2 or above).

You will be invited to attend an interview so we can make sure this is the right course for you.

What you will learn

  • You'll examine how businesses are structured and how they operate.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how organisations reach their customers.
  • You'll explore financial planning, budgeting, and business performance.
  • You'll learn how human resources functions support a workforce.
  • You'll analyse business strategy and decision-making.
  • You'll develop skills in presenting business information and data.
  • You'll investigate how external factors such as economics and law affect organisations.

How you will learn

The course is assessed through a mix of coursework assignments and externally set exams. Assignments are set and marked against Pearson Edexcel criteria. Some units are assessed through timed tasks under controlled conditions. You'll attend classroom sessions at Hitchin Centre and complete work between lessons. An interview takes place before you start to confirm the course is the right fit.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hitchin Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start. There may be additional charges for any trips or visits during the year.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator, supports the day-to-day running of an organisation.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns.
  • HR assistant, supports recruitment, records, and staff processes.
  • Finance assistant, handles invoices, expenses, and financial records.
  • Office manager, oversees administration across a team or department.
  • Sales coordinator, manages orders and client relationships.
  • Customer service team leader, leads a front-line customer service team.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Business Management or a related subject, for those wanting to go further in a business career.
  • A Level 4 or Level 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Business, a work-based step up from this BTEC.
  • A CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice, for those moving into HR roles.
  • An AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting, for those focusing on finance.
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