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Free Level 3 Business Course in Wigan – Deanery High School and Sixth Form College

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 Wigan. Classes run at Deanery High School and Sixth Form College, full-time over two years.

The course covers how businesses operate, the external environment they work in, and how they connect with customers. You'll also study marketing, market research, and an introduction to human resources. Units are assessed through a mix of external exams and assignments. You'll need five or more GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language or Maths, to be considered.

You'll finish with a Level 3 Extended Certificate in Business.

Who this course is for

16-19 year old who meet the course entry requirements

Entry requirements

5 or more Grade 4 or better, including English Language OR Maths at Grade 4 or better

What you will learn

  • You'll explore different business types and what drives their objectives.
  • You'll examine how businesses are structured and how they operate internally.
  • You'll study the external factors that affect business decisions.
  • You'll learn how businesses communicate with and serve their customers.
  • You'll cover marketing principles and how to carry out market research.
  • You'll gain an introduction to human resources and how organisations manage people.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom, with lessons drawing on current news and real business events to bring theory to life. Assessment is a mix of external exams and coursework assignments. Year 1 includes exams on the business environment and working in business, plus an assignment on customers and communication. Year 2 includes assignments on marketing and human resources.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Deanery High School and Sixth Form College 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 campaigns for a business.
  • HR assistant, supports recruitment and employee records in a team.
  • Accounts assistant, handles invoices, payments, and financial records.
  • Office manager, coordinates admin functions across a workplace.
  • Public relations assistant, manages communications and media for an employer.

What you could study next

  • A Level Business, a traditional academic route if you want to deepen your knowledge.
  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Business, a broader vocational qualification for further specialisation.
  • A business, marketing, or management degree at university, this qualification earns UCAS tariff points.
  • AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting, a strong next step if finance interests you most.
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