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Level 3 Business Course in Harrow for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

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About this course

Free BTEC National Extended Diploma in Business in Harrow. Classes run at Hatch End High School, full-time over two years.

The course is equivalent to three GCE A Levels. You'll study seven units covering exploring businesses, marketing campaigns, personal and business finance, managing an event, international business, principles of management, and business decision making. Four units are internally assessed. Three are externally assessed by exam.

You'll need six GCSE grades 9 to 4, including Maths or English Language at grade 4 or above. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business.

Who this course is for

This course is for students who wish to learn about business and pursue a career in that field. It is equivalent to three GCE A Levels. You will study and complete seven mandatory units, four of which are internally assessed and three that are externally assessed (exam and assessment) on exploring businesses, developing a marketing campaign, personal and business finance, managing an event, international business, principles of management and business decision making. You will also study a selection of six optional units which incorporate real life business scenarios that will further develop your knowledge and understanding of activities within the business world. These include The study of a number of business themes, including recruitment and selection, team building, customer service, promotion and many more. Work Experience is key to the BTEC qualifications, ensuring links to industry are made for students’ future prospects.

Entry requirements

6 GCSE 9-4 grades including Maths or English Language at GCSE grade 4 or above

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are set up and how they operate.
  • You'll develop a marketing campaign from brief to execution.
  • You'll analyse personal and business finance, including budgets and accounts.
  • You'll plan and manage a business event.
  • You'll study international business and how global markets work.
  • You'll apply principles of management to real business scenarios.
  • You'll practise business decision making using data and analysis.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Hatch End High School. Four of the seven units are internally assessed through coursework and assignments. Three units are externally assessed by exam. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years alongside sitting formal examinations.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hatch End High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator, supports day-to-day operations across a range of organisations.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver campaigns for products or services.
  • HR assistant, supports recruitment, records, and employee relations.
  • Finance assistant, processes invoices, expenses, and financial data.
  • Sales coordinator, manages orders and supports a sales team.
  • Office manager, oversees administration and office functions.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Business Management or Marketing, for those wanting to go further in a business career.
  • CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice, for those moving into HR roles.
  • AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting, for those focusing on finance and accounts.
  • A Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a shorter higher education route into management.
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