Free Level 3 Business Course in Bexley. Classes run at Bexleyheath Academy, full-time during the day over two years. You'll need a Distinction*-Merit or equivalent at Level 2 Business, plus a grade 4 or above in GCSE English Language and Mathematics to join. The course covers how businesses operate, what drives success, and the key factors behind business development. It's a strong foundation for university or a career in business.
Who this course is for
This is for people that have a passion for Business and would like to persue a career in business. If you have an interest in how businesses operate and the factors that are needed in developing a successful business then this is the course for you.
Entry requirements
Distinction*-Merit or equivalent at Level 2 Business and 4+ in GCSE English Language and Mathematics
What you will learn
You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they operate day to day.
You'll study the factors that contribute to building a successful business.
You'll develop your understanding of business finance and budgeting.
You'll examine marketing principles and how businesses reach their customers.
You'll analyse how businesses respond to change and competition.
You'll build skills in business planning and decision-making.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom full-time across two years. Assessment is through a combination of coursework assignments and externally assessed units. You'll complete projects and tasks that apply business knowledge to real scenarios, alongside written examinations for some units. Your tutor will give feedback on your work throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bexleyheath Academy 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
Marketing assistant, helping plan and run campaigns
Sales executive, developing client relationships and hitting targets
Office manager, coordinating teams and business functions
Human resources assistant, supporting recruitment and staff management
Accounts assistant, handling financial records and reporting
Retail manager, overseeing store operations and staff
What you could study next
Degree in Business Management or Business Administration, for those wanting to go deeper into strategy, leadership, or a specialist area such as finance or marketing.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business, a work-focused route into higher-level business roles without a full three-year degree.
Level 3 CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice, if you want to move into a human resources career.
