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Level 3 Business Course in Bristol for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Winterbourne Academy

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Business Admin Courses in Bristol.

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About this course

Free Level 3 Business Course in Bristol. Classes run at Winterbourne Academy, full-time over two years.

The course gives you a broad grounding in how businesses work. You'll explore topics such as marketing, finance, human resources, and business strategy. You'll also apply your learning to real business situations. The course is roughly equivalent to one A level and is usually taken alongside other Level 3 subjects.

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 apply business knowledge to real-world scenarios and case studies.
  • You'll develop an understanding of entrepreneurship and running a business.
  • You'll build skills in research, analysis, and presenting business ideas.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons, combining taught sessions with project work and assignments. Assessment is through a mix of coursework and externally assessed units set by OCR. Some units are assessed through written exams, while others are assessed through portfolio evidence and assignments completed during the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Winterbourne 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 organisation.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns.
  • HR assistant, supports recruitment, records, and staff administration.
  • Accounts assistant, handles invoices, payments, and financial records.
  • Office manager, oversees admin operations for a team or business.
  • Sales coordinator, manages orders and supports a sales team.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business, a larger qualification covering more of the business curriculum in greater depth.
  • A degree in Business, Management, or Marketing, for those looking to study at university after completing this qualification.
  • CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice, a strong next step for those interested in HR roles.
  • AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting, ideal if the finance units sparked an interest in accountancy.
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