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Free Level 3 Business Course in ELY

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 Ely. Classes run at Ely College, full-time over two years. The course is for 16 to 19 year olds and is free for eligible learners.

The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Diploma in Business carries the same weight as three A Levels. You'll study how businesses are organised, how they market products, how they manage people, and how they handle finance. Units also cover business law, enterprise, and decision-making. The course meets university entry requirements for business-related degrees and can also lead directly into employment.

You'll need at least five GCSEs at grades 4 to 9, including English and Maths. You'll finish with a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business.

Who this course is for

This is a Level 3 Extended Diploma course. It is the equivalent size to three A Levels - 180 credits.The Extended Diploma is a two year, full-time course that meets entry requirements in its own right for students who want to progress to higher education courses in business areas before entering employment. It can also support students who want to progress directly to employment in job roles in business or business management and Higher Apprenticeships in the business sector.

Entry requirements

At least 5 GCSE Grades 9 - 4 to include English and Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they operate.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how businesses reach their customers.
  • You'll learn how organisations manage and develop their people.
  • You'll analyse financial information and understand business accounts.
  • You'll examine business law and the legal environment companies work in.
  • You'll develop enterprise skills and learn how to evaluate business decisions.
  • You'll practise research, presentation, and professional communication skills.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Ely College. Assessment is a mix of coursework assignments and externally set exams. Assignments are set by Pearson Edexcel and marked internally, then moderated externally. Some units are assessed through timed written exams. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Ely College will confirm anything else you need before you start. The provider notes that you may need to pay for textbooks, supplementary resources, and any study visits.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator, supports the day-to-day running of an organisation.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver campaigns for a business.
  • HR assistant, supports recruitment, records, and staff processes.
  • Finance assistant, handles invoices, payments, and basic accounts.
  • Office manager, oversees admin functions across a team or department.
  • Sales coordinator, manages orders and supports a sales team.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Business, Management, or Marketing at university, a natural next step after this qualification.
  • A Higher Apprenticeship in Business or Management, combining degree-level study with paid work.
  • A Level 4 or Level 5 Diploma in Business Management, for those who prefer a vocational route into management roles.
  • CIPD qualifications in HR or Learning and Development, if you want to specialise in people management.
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