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Free Level 3 Business Course in Coventry – Hereward College

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Business Course in Coventry. Classes run at Hereward College, full-time over two years. The course is for students aged 16 to 24 years old who hold an Education, Health and Care Plan.

This Pearson Edexcel business qualification covers core business topics including marketing, finance, human resources, and business strategy. You'll also study how organisations operate and how decisions are made at different levels. Entry requires a Level 2 Diploma and a grade 4 or above in GCSE Maths and English.

You'll finish with a BTEC National Extended Diploma in Business.

Who this course is for

For students aged 16-24 with an EHC Plan

Entry requirements

For Level 3 courses, students will have a Level 2 Diploma qualification and grade 4 or above in GCSE maths and English.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they operate day to day.
  • You'll study marketing principles, including how businesses reach and retain customers.
  • You'll learn how organisations manage their finances and control budgets.
  • You'll examine human resources, including recruitment, training, and employee relations.
  • You'll develop skills in business planning and strategic decision-making.
  • You'll analyse real business scenarios and apply your knowledge to practical tasks.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Hereward College. The BTEC format is largely coursework-based, so you'll complete assignments, projects, and case studies throughout the two years. Some units may include external assessments set by Pearson Edexcel. Your work is built up over time rather than assessed in a single exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hereward College 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 employee queries.
  • Finance assistant, handles invoices, expenses, and financial records.
  • Office manager, oversees administrative functions across a team.
  • Customer service advisor, manages client relationships and resolves queries.

What you could study next

  • A Level 4 or 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Business, a natural next step for those wanting to go deeper into management or a specialist area.
  • A degree-level Business or Management programme at university, building on the Extended Diploma's UCAS points.
  • A Level 3 or higher apprenticeship in Business Administration or Marketing, combining work and study.
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