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Free Level 3 Business Course in London – Saint Cecilia’s Church of England School

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 London. Classes run at Saint Cecilia's Church of England School, full-time over two years.

The course covers how businesses operate, including finance, marketing, human resources, and enterprise. You'll complete practical assignments and sit exams, so assessment is a mix of coursework and controlled tests. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Diploma in Business carries the same weight as one A Level and is recognised for university entry.

You'll finish with a BTEC National Diploma in Business at Level 3.

Who this course is for

This is a vocational course, which is suitable for students who wish to pursue a career in business or study aspects of business in higher education. It combines practical assignments and activities, with controlled assessments and exams, so is a good choice for students who feel they do best with these alternative methods of assessment. It is equivalent to one A Level.

Entry requirements

You will need five 9-4 grades at GCSE or equivalent including English and Maths to take the Level 3 BTECs. If you have also studied Business Studies at Level 2, you will need either a minimum of a Pass at BTEC, or a Grade 5 for GCSE Business.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and managed.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how businesses reach customers.
  • You'll learn how finance works within a business, including budgeting and financial planning.
  • You'll examine human resources and how organisations recruit and develop people.
  • You'll develop skills in research, analysis, and presenting business information.
  • You'll complete practical assignments that reflect real business scenarios.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at the school. Assessment combines practical assignments, controlled assessments, and written exams. This mixed approach suits learners who prefer coursework alongside formal testing. You'll build up a portfolio of work over the two years alongside your exam preparation.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Saint Cecilia's Church of England School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator, supports operations across a wide range of organisations.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver campaigns for a business.
  • HR administrator, handles recruitment and employee records.
  • Office manager, oversees day-to-day running of a workplace.
  • Sales executive, manages client relationships and drives revenue.
  • Customer service team leader, manages a front-line service team.

What you could study next

  • A Level Business Studies, if you want to combine the BTEC with a more traditional academic route.
  • BA Business Management degree, a natural next step after this Level 3 qualification.
  • Higher National Certificate in Business, a Level 4 option if you prefer a vocational higher education route.
  • CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice, if human resources is the direction you want to take.
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