Free Level 3 Business Course in Crawley. Classes run at Oriel High School, full-time during the day. You'll build core skills across the business sector, with the chance to focus on areas like human resources, marketing, accounting, and business planning. The course runs over 24 months. You should have, or be working towards, a grade 4 or above in GCSE maths and English, or an equivalent Functional Skills qualification. Previous study of business at Level 2 would be an advantage.
Who this course is for
Our Technicals qualifications in Business develops students’ core skills and understanding of the requirements of the business sector. Students gain hands-on experience and have the opportunity to focus on specific topics such as human resources, marketing, accounting and business planning.
Entry requirements
You should have, or be working towards, a grade 4 (C) or above in maths and English GCSEs or equivalent functional skills qualification. Previous study of Business Studies at level 2 would be advantageous.
What you will learn
You'll develop core knowledge of how businesses operate across different sectors.
You'll study human resources, including how organisations manage and develop people.
You'll explore marketing principles and how businesses reach their customers.
You'll learn the fundamentals of accounting and financial management.
You'll work through business planning, including how to analyse and present business decisions.
You'll gain hands-on experience applying business concepts to real scenarios.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Oriel High School. The OCR Cambridge Technical is assessed through a mix of coursework assignments and external examinations. Units are assessed as you progress through the course, with some components marked by OCR. Your teachers will guide you through each topic and support you in completing assessed work.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Oriel High School 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 deliver campaigns
HR administrator, supporting recruitment and staff management
Accounts assistant, handling financial records and transactions
Office manager, coordinating business functions and teams
Sales executive, managing client relationships and targets
Business development assistant, researching growth opportunities
What you could study next
Level 4 or 5 Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Diploma (HND) in Business, for a deeper specialist focus before entering management roles.
A degree in Business, Management, Marketing, or Finance at university, building on your Level 3 business qualification.
CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice, if you want to move into human resources.
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting, if accounting was your focus and you want a recognised finance qualification.
