Free Level 3 Business Course in Leicester. Classes run at WQE College, full-time during the day. Over two years, you'll study four units covering managing an event, international business, principles of management, and work experience. This level 3 business qualification gives you a broad grounding in how businesses operate, from local organisations to global markets. It's equivalent to two A Levels.
Who this course is for
This is a 1 year course equivalent to 2 A Level qualifications, made up of four units. Students will study a range of Business courses. Units studied will include Managing an Event; International Business; Principles of Management and undertake Work Experience.
What you will learn
You'll explore how businesses plan and manage events from start to finish.
You'll study how international trade and global markets affect businesses.
You'll learn core principles of management, including how teams and organisations are led.
You'll gain hands-on experience through a work placement in a business environment.
You'll develop skills in analysing business problems and presenting solutions.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at WQE College, combining taught content with practical assignments. The BTEC format means assessment is largely coursework-based rather than exams. You'll complete assignments for each unit, building a portfolio of work across the two years. Work experience is built into the course, giving you applied learning alongside your classroom study.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. WQE 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.
Sales executive: managing client relationships and hitting revenue targets.
Marketing assistant: supporting campaigns, content, and brand activity.
Customer service team leader: overseeing a team handling customer queries.
Events coordinator: planning and running corporate or community events.
Office manager: keeping business operations running smoothly.
Recruitment resourcer: matching candidates to roles within a business.
What you could study next
Pearson Edexcel BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business (Level 4): a natural next step if you want to go deeper into business study without a full degree.
BA (Hons) Business Management or related degree (Level 6): your BTEC National Diploma is recognised for university entry, and many courses will consider it alongside your work experience.
CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice: if HR or people management interests you as a specialism.
