Free Level 3 Business Course in Sheffield. Classes run at Wales High School, full-time over two years. You'll study business through a mix of written reports, posters, diagrams, role-play, and event planning, bringing business concepts to life through practical tasks. The course includes visits to organisations so you can see how businesses operate in practice. You'll work toward the OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma in Business, a recognised level 3 business qualification that opens doors to university, further training, or entry-level business roles.
Who this course is for
This course is offered as a two year course. OCR Level 3 Business Studies is a prestigious, exciting,
challenging and ‘real’ course that allows you to apply your understanding of business in a variety of ways:
posters, reports, diagrams, role-play and organising and managing events. It brings the business world to
life. You will visit many organisations to clarify your understanding of business; allowing you to apply ‘real’
examples to your work, ensuring you have every opportunity to meet your full potential. Students can opt
to take the Single Award (Extended Certificate/1 A Level) or Double Award (Diploma/ 2 A Levels).
What you will learn
You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they operate day to day.
You'll apply business theory to real scenarios through reports, presentations, and event management.
You'll develop your understanding of marketing, finance, and human resources.
You'll analyse business decisions and their impact on organisations.
You'll practise communicating business ideas through written and visual formats.
You'll build knowledge of how external factors such as the economy and competition affect businesses.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom based, full-time during the day at Wales High School. Assessment combines coursework assignments, including reports, posters, and diagrams, with some externally assessed units set and marked by OCR. You'll also take part in role-play activities and help organise and manage events. Organisation visits support your understanding and give you material to draw on in your assessed work.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Wales High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Business administrator, supporting day-to-day office and business operations.
Marketing assistant, helping plan and deliver campaigns.
Sales executive, working with clients and hitting targets.
Customer service team leader, managing a front-line team.
HR administrator, helping recruit and support staff.
Events coordinator, planning and running business events.
What you could study next
Level 4 or 5 Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business, for a deeper specialist focus before or instead of a full degree.
BA (Hons) Business Management or related degree, building on your Level 3 foundation at university.
Level 3 or 4 professional qualifications such as CIPD (HR), AAT (accounting), or CIM (marketing), if you want to specialise in a specific business function.
