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Free Level 3 Business Course in Bristol – John Cabot Academy

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start5 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Business Course in Bristol. Classes run at John Cabot Academy, full-time during the day. The course is for 16 to 18 year olds and is funded for eligible students.

Over one year, you'll study core business topics including marketing, finance, human resources, and business operations. The course is built around the OCR Cambridge Technical framework, mixing theory with applied business tasks. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths at grade 2 or above, to join.

You'll finish with a Level 3 Extended Certificate in Business.

Who this course is for

Students looking to enter into post 16 education

Entry requirements

4 x GCSE grade 4 plus both English and Maths GCSE at grade 2 or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and how they operate day to day.
  • You'll study marketing principles, including how businesses reach and keep customers.
  • You'll learn the basics of business finance, including budgeting and financial planning.
  • You'll examine human resources and how organisations manage people.
  • You'll investigate how businesses plan and make decisions.
  • You'll develop skills in analysing business data and presenting findings clearly.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, combining taught lessons with applied business tasks and assignments. Assessment is mainly through coursework and unit assignments completed throughout the year. Some units may include externally assessed components set by OCR. Your teacher will give feedback on your work as you progress through each unit.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. John Cabot Academy 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 office or team.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns for a business.
  • HR assistant, supports recruitment, records, and staff administration.
  • Accounts assistant, handles invoices, payments, and basic financial records.
  • Customer service team leader, manages a small team handling customer queries.
  • Sales coordinator, supports a sales team with admin and client communication.

What you could study next

  • A Level Business Studies, a traditional academic route for those aiming for university.
  • BTEC National Extended Diploma in Business, a broader vocational qualification at Level 3 for learners wanting more depth.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a Level 4 qualification for those moving into higher education or specialist roles.
  • Degree-level study in Business, Management, or Marketing, for those targeting graduate-entry careers.
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