Free Level 3 Business Course in London. Classes run at Harris Academy South Norwood, full-time during the day. You'll need a minimum of five GCSE grade 4s, or equivalent, including at least a grade 4 or merit in a relevant subject. The course runs over two years and covers the core knowledge and skills employers look for in business roles. You'll study topics such as finance, marketing, human resources, and business strategy. OCR awards the qualification, and it's well regarded by universities and employers alike.
Who this course is for
This course is for students aged between 16-19 years old looking to study a level 3 course.
Entry requirements
A minimum of five grade 4s at GCSE or equivalent with at least a merit or grade 4 in a relevant equivalent qualification.
What you will learn
You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they operate day to day.
You'll study marketing principles, including how businesses reach and retain customers.
You'll learn how organisations manage their finances and interpret financial data.
You'll examine human resources and how businesses recruit, develop, and manage people.
You'll analyse business strategy and how companies plan for growth and change.
You'll develop skills in research, data analysis, and presenting business information.
You'll understand how external factors, such as the economy and legislation, affect business decisions.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Harris Academy South Norwood. Assessment combines coursework assignments and written examinations. Some units are assessed entirely through coursework, while others include a formal exam. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years. Your teachers will give feedback on assignments to help you improve before final submission.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Harris Academy South Norwood 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.
HR assistant: supporting recruitment, training, and employee records.
Sales executive: managing client relationships and hitting sales targets.
Accounts assistant: handling invoices, payments, and basic financial records.
Customer service team leader: managing a team and resolving customer issues.
Office manager: overseeing admin functions across a business.
What you could study next
Level 4 or 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Business (HNC/HND): a natural next step if you want to go deeper into business management before entering the workforce.
BA (Hons) Business Management or related degree: this Diploma is recognised for university entry, and many graduates go on to study business, marketing, finance, or economics at degree level.
CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice: if human resources interests you, this is the specialist route into HR roles.
