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Free Level 3 BTEC Business Course in Crawley – Thomas Bennett Community College

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Business Course in Crawley. Classes run at Thomas Bennett Community College, full-time during the day. The course takes one year to complete. You'll need a minimum Grade 4 in both English and Maths GCSE to enrol. You'll study core business topics including finance, marketing, and how organisations operate, building the knowledge employers look for in business roles. This is an OCR qualification, and the level 3 business classes are structured to develop both independent thinking and teamwork.

Who this course is for

This course is ideal for students with a strong interest in business and career aspirations in related fields. It suits those who enjoy subjects like economics and social sciences, and thrive in both individual and collaborative learning environments. Reflecting on your long-term goals can help determine if this course aligns with your aspirations.

Entry requirements

Minimum Grade 4 in English and Maths GCSE

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they make decisions.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how businesses reach their customers.
  • You'll examine financial concepts including budgeting, profit, and loss.
  • You'll analyse how economic conditions affect business performance.
  • You'll develop skills in research, data interpretation, and presenting business arguments.
  • You'll investigate human resources and how organisations manage people.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons, combining individual study with group work and discussion. Assessment is through a mix of coursework assignments and external examinations. The coursework units are assessed throughout the year, and exams test your understanding of core business concepts. Your teacher will give feedback on assignments to help you develop your work before final submission.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Thomas Bennett Community College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator - supporting day-to-day operations in an office or organisation.
  • Marketing assistant - helping plan and deliver campaigns for a business.
  • Sales executive - selling products or services to customers or other businesses.
  • Customer service team leader - managing a team handling customer queries.
  • Accounts assistant - supporting financial record-keeping and reporting.
  • HR administrator - helping manage recruitment, payroll, and staff records.
  • Retail manager - overseeing staff, stock, and sales in a retail setting.

What you could study next

A Level 3 Business Certificate is a strong foundation for further study. You could progress to a Level 4 or Level 5 Higher National Certificate (HNC or HND) in Business, which many universities and employers recognise. A full undergraduate degree in Business, Management, or Economics is another option. Professional qualifications such as a CIPD Diploma (for HR) or AAT qualifications (for finance and accounting) are also worth considering depending on the direction you want to take.

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