Free Level 3 Business Course in Uxbridge. Classes run at Oak Wood School, full-time during the day, over two years. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or higher, including GCSE English Language or English Literature at grade 4 or higher, to be considered for a place. The course covers the core principles of how businesses operate, from finance and marketing to strategy and enterprise. It suits those who want a solid business qualification before moving into employment or further study. You'll graduate with the OCR Cambridge Technical Certificate in Business.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
5 GCSEs at grade 4 or higher and GCSE English Language or English Literature at grade 4 or higher
What you will learn
You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they make decisions.
You'll study marketing principles, including how businesses reach and retain customers.
You'll examine business finance, including budgeting, costs, and financial planning.
You'll analyse how businesses develop and implement strategy.
You'll investigate enterprise and the process of starting and growing a business.
You'll develop skills in presenting business information and making evidence-based arguments.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Oak Wood School. The Cambridge Technical Certificate in Business uses a combination of coursework assignments and external examinations. Units are assessed through written assignments that you complete during the course, alongside timed exams set and marked by OCR. Your teacher will give you feedback on assignments to help you develop your work before final submission.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Oak Wood School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Business administrator, supporting day-to-day operations in an organisation.
Marketing assistant, helping plan and deliver campaigns.
Sales executive, building client relationships and hitting targets.
Office manager, coordinating teams and business functions.
