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Free Level 3 Business Course in Rossendale

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body
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About this course

Free Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Business in Rossendale. Classes run at Haslingden High School and Sixth Form, full-time over two years.

The course gives you a broad overview of how businesses work. You'll explore topics such as marketing, finance, human resources, and business planning. It sits alongside other Level 3 subjects and is roughly equivalent to one A level. You'll apply your learning to real business scenarios, which helps you build practical knowledge alongside the theory.

You'll need four or five GCSEs at grade 3 or above, or a relevant Level 2 qualification, to join. You'll finish with a Level 3 Extended Certificate in Business.

Who this course is for

This work related course is an alternative to A level business and is suitable for you if you are considering a career in business, studying a business related degree or thinking of running your own business in the future. It will give you a broad overview of the business sector and the chance to apply your learning to some real business situations. It's roughly equivalent to 1 A level and is generally taken over 2 years alongside other level 3 subjects.

Entry requirements

4-5 GCSE's at grade 3 (C) or above or a relevant level 2 qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and how they operate day to day.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how businesses reach their customers.
  • You'll learn the basics of business finance, including budgeting and financial planning.
  • You'll examine human resources and how organisations manage people.
  • You'll analyse how businesses plan for growth and respond to change.
  • You'll apply business theory to real scenarios and case studies.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, combining taught content with practical business tasks. Assessment includes a mix of coursework assignments and externally assessed units set by OCR. Coursework lets you research and apply business concepts at your own pace. The external units test your knowledge under timed conditions.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Haslingden High School and Sixth Form will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator, supports the day-to-day running of an organisation.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns.
  • HR assistant, supports recruitment, records, and staff administration.
  • Accounts assistant, handles invoices, payments, and financial records.
  • Sales coordinator, manages orders and supports a sales team.
  • Office administrator, keeps business operations running smoothly.

What you could study next

  • A Level Business, for those who want a traditional academic route before university.
  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Business, a broader vocational qualification if you want more depth.
  • Business or Management degree, the natural next step if you plan to study at university.
  • Level 3 AAT Accounting Qualification, if the finance side of business appeals to you.
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