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Level 3 Business Course in Telford for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Business Admin Courses in Telford.

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About this course

Free Level 3 Business Course in Telford. Classes run at Madeley Academy, full-time during the day.

You'll explore business theory, marketing, finance, human resources, and operations. The course is assessed through a mix of coursework and exams. To join, you'll need at least six GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Diploma in Business.

Who this course is for

The course is offered as both a single and double A Level equivalent allowing students to specialise in the field. It is assessed through a combination of coursework and exam units (60%) and leads to a range of university courses and careers including: Accountancy, Finance, IT/Computing, Operations, Marketing, Teaching, Public Relations, Human Resourcing, Management and International Retail. The Business course is an exciting insight into relevant business theory and concepts supported by vocational examples. During sessions we aim to support learning with real business examples and take many free visits to local businesses.

Entry requirements

Students must achieve a minimum of 6 GSCEs at Grade 4 or above including English Language and Mathematics. If studied, then a Grade 4 or Merit in a Business qualification at Key stage 4.

What you will learn

  • You'll study core business concepts and how organisations operate.
  • You'll explore marketing principles and how businesses reach customers.
  • You'll learn about finance, budgeting, and business performance.
  • You'll examine human resources and how people are managed at work.
  • You'll investigate operations, supply chains, and business planning.
  • You'll develop skills in analysing business data and making decisions.
  • You'll understand public relations and how businesses communicate externally.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Madeley Academy. Assessment combines coursework and exams. Coursework units make up 60% of your overall grade. The remaining marks come from externally assessed exam units. Some units may involve case studies, presentations, or written assignments.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Madeley Academy 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.
  • Finance assistant, supports budgeting and financial reporting.
  • HR administrator, handles recruitment and employee records.
  • Operations coordinator, keeps business processes running smoothly.
  • Retail manager, oversees sales teams and store performance.
  • Public relations assistant, manages communications and press activity.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Business Management or a related subject, for those aiming for graduate-level roles or professional careers.
  • A degree in Accountancy or Finance, building on the financial units in this qualification.
  • CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice, for those moving into HR roles.
  • A degree in Marketing, for learners who want to specialise in brand and communications.
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