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Free Level 3 Business Course in Bexley – Welling School

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Business Course in Bexley. Classes run at Welling School, full-time over two years.

The course gives you a broad overview of how businesses work. You'll explore topics including marketing, finance, human resources, and business strategy. It's roughly equivalent to one A level and is often studied alongside other Level 3 subjects. You'll apply your learning to real business scenarios throughout.

You'll need four or five GCSEs at grade 3 or above, or a relevant Level 2 qualification, to join. You'll finish with a Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Business from OCR.

Who this course is for

This work related course is an alternative to A level business and is suitable for you if you are considering a career in business, studying a business related degree or thinking of running your own business 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's roughly equivalent to 1 A level and is generally taken over 2 years alongside other level 3 subjects.

Entry requirements

4-5 GCSE's at grade 3 (C) or above or a relevant level 2 qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and managed.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how businesses reach customers.
  • You'll learn the basics of business finance and budgeting.
  • You'll examine human resources and how organisations manage people.
  • You'll analyse business strategy and decision-making.
  • You'll apply business knowledge to practical scenarios and case studies.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, combining taught content with practical tasks and case studies. Assessment is through a mix of coursework assignments and external examinations set by OCR. Some units are assessed internally and moderated by OCR; others are assessed through written exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Welling School 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 marketing campaigns.
  • HR assistant, supports recruitment, records, and staff processes.
  • Accounts assistant, handles invoicing, payments, and financial records.
  • Office manager, oversees admin and operations for a team.
  • Sales coordinator, manages orders and customer relationships.

What you could study next

  • A Level Business, for those who want to deepen their studies before university.
  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Business, a broader vocational route with more coursework.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a Level 4 qualification for those moving into higher education or specialist roles.
  • A business-related degree, building on the foundation this qualification provides.
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