Free Level 3 Business Course in Leeds. Classes run at Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College, full-time over two years. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4, including GCSE English Language and Maths, to join. Topics include accounting concepts, customers and communication, and project planning. The OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma pathway covers accounting in greater depth and is equivalent to two A-levels. Assessment combines coursework and exams. This free business course leads to university, apprenticeships, or employment.
Who this course is for
School leavers aged 16 to 19
Entry requirements
You will need five GCSEs at grade 4 including GCSE English Language and Maths.
What you will learn
You'll explore how businesses function, including their structure and operations.
You'll study accounting concepts and financial principles.
You'll develop skills in customer communication and relationship management.
You'll plan and manage projects using structured approaches.
You'll practise written reports, verbal presentations, and role plays.
You'll build teamwork and self-discipline through collaborative tasks.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom full-time, five days a week during the day. The Extended Certificate is assessed through 50% coursework and 50% exams, covering three coursework units and two exams. The Diploma is assessed through 58% coursework and 42% exams, covering six coursework units and four exams. Coursework takes the form of written reports, verbal presentations, and role plays.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form 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.
Accounts assistant: processing invoices, payments, and financial records.
Marketing assistant: helping plan and deliver campaigns for a business.
Customer service advisor: handling enquiries and resolving issues for customers.
Project coordinator: supporting the planning and delivery of business projects.
Sales executive: developing client relationships and meeting sales targets.
What you could study next
Degree in Business, Accounting, or Management: the Diploma is equivalent to two A-levels and is accepted by universities for entry to business-related degrees.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business: a shorter higher-education route into business or management roles.
Level 3 AAT Accounting Qualification: builds on the accounting pathway and leads toward professional accountancy careers.
Degree apprenticeship in Business Management: combines paid work with a university-level qualification.
