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Level 3 Business Course in Luton for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Luton Sixth Form College

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 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 Luton.

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About this course

Free Level 3 Business Course in Luton. Classes run at Luton Sixth Form College, full-time over two years.

You'll study personal and business finance, human resource management, marketing, and international business. The course uses real-life business scenarios, assignments, presentations, and group work. You'll need GCSE English and GCSE Maths at grade 3 or above to enrol. Eight units are assessed internally and externally, and the course carries the same weight as two A Levels.

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

Who this course is for

Business covers a broad range of fields, including personal and business finance, human resource management, marketing, management and international business. Businesses create wealth for individuals and the country. The skills gained on this course will enable students to understand how businesses are started, organised, financed and marketed and be able to put these skills into practice. Students will gain a sound foundation in the key aspects of business; development of presentation skills, team working skills and confidence to succeed in the workplace.

Entry requirements

In addition to our general entry requirements, you must have:

  • GCSE English: grade 3
  • GCSE Maths: grade 3

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are started, organised, and financed.
  • You'll study personal and business finance in depth.
  • You'll learn the principles of human resource management.
  • You'll develop skills in marketing and how businesses promote themselves.
  • You'll examine management and international business practices.
  • You'll understand how the economic, political, and legal environment affects businesses.
  • You'll build presentation, teamwork, and communication skills through practical activities.

How you will learn

You'll learn through assignments, presentations, group discussions, investigations, role play, and work-related activities. The course is divided into eight units over two years. Assessment is a mix of internal coursework and external assessment set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll need to organise your time, produce written work, and collaborate with others throughout.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Luton 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.
  • Human resources assistant, supports recruitment and staff management.
  • Sales executive, develops client relationships and drives revenue.
  • Finance administrator, handles invoices, budgets, and financial records.
  • Office manager, oversees administrative operations across a team.
  • Customer service team leader, manages a front-line service function.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Business Management or a related field, for those wanting to go further in management or strategy.
  • A degree in Marketing, Finance, or Human Resources, building on the specialist units in this BTEC.
  • A Level 4 or Level 5 professional qualification such as a CIPD or CMI award, for those moving into HR or management roles after gaining work experience.
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