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Level 3 Business Course in Westminster for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Paddington Academy

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
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 Westminster.

About this course

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

The course covers the business world from the ground up. You'll explore marketing, finance, human resources, and how organisations operate. Topics link directly to real business situations, so you build practical understanding alongside theory. The course takes two years to complete.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Diploma in Business, equivalent to three A levels.

Who this course is for

This course is suitable for anyone considering a career in business including running one of your own. It will give you a broad overview of the business sector and the chance to apply your learning to the kinds of situations faced in business today. The course is a useful stepping stone to business related courses in higher education, or to business jobs and apprenticeships. It will also give you transferable skills that can be used across a range of careers. Equivalent to 3 A levels, it is more coursework focused than a traditional A level business course, so would suit you if you prefer being assessed on projects and assignments rather than a final exam.

Entry requirements

6+ grades at 9-4 including English, Maths and Science.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they operate day to day.
  • You'll study marketing principles, including how businesses reach and retain 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 develop skills in business communication and professional writing.
  • You'll analyse business decisions and apply learning to real scenarios.
  • You'll build transferable skills in research, problem-solving, and teamwork.

How you will learn

The BTEC Extended Diploma is assessed mainly through coursework and assignments rather than exams. You'll complete units across the two years, submitting work that is marked against set criteria. Some units may include a supervised assessment component. Classes are delivered in person at Paddington Academy during the day.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Paddington 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.
  • HR Assistant, supports recruitment, records, and staff administration.
  • Finance Assistant, handles invoices, payments, and financial records.
  • Sales Executive, manages client relationships and drives revenue.
  • Office Manager, coordinates operations across a business team.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Business Management or a related subject, for those wanting to deepen their knowledge at university level.
  • A Business or Management Apprenticeship at Level 4 or above, combining work and study.
  • A BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a shorter higher education route into specialist roles.
  • Professional qualifications such as CIPD (HR) or AAT (finance), for those moving into a specific business function.

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