Free Level 3 Business Course in Barking and Dagenham. Classes run at All Saints Catholic School and Technology College, full-time during the day. To join, you'll need at least a Grade 5 in English, Grade 4 in Maths, and an average points score of 4.5 across your other GCSEs. Over two years, you'll develop commercial thinking, analytical skills, and the ability to make evidence-based business decisions. You'll study real business scenarios and build skills that apply across a wide range of industries.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
At least Grade 4 in English, Grade 4 in Maths and APS of 4 across all other GCSEs
What you will learn
You'll develop commercial and creative thinking to analyse business opportunities
You'll build skills in evaluating evidence and making informed business decisions
You'll learn how to construct well-argued, structured business cases
You'll explore how businesses start up and grow beyond the early stages
You'll study the external factors that influence how businesses operate
You'll develop problem-solving skills applied to real business situations
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom full-time over two years. Learning is built around business scenarios, analytical tasks, and structured arguments. Assessment includes written examinations and coursework components. The OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma combines unit-based coursework with external assessment, so you'll be assessed on both your ongoing work and your exam performance.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. All Saints Catholic School and Technology College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Business administrator, supporting day-to-day operations in an organisation
Sales executive, managing customer accounts and generating new business
Marketing assistant, helping plan and run campaigns
Office manager, coordinating teams and business functions
Retail manager, overseeing store operations and staff
Customer service team leader, managing service delivery and complaints
Junior buyer, sourcing products and negotiating with suppliers
What you could study next
Level 3 A Level Business, for learners who want to combine business study with other A Levels and apply to university
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business, a larger qualification covering more specialist areas
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a Level 4 qualification and a step toward a business degree
Degree-level study in Business, Management, Marketing, or Finance at university
