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Free Level 3 Business Course in Daventry

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Business Course in Daventry. Classes run at Northampton College at Daventry, full-time during the day. The course is free if you are 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply.

This Pearson Edexcel BTEC covers business principles, global supply chains, logistics, operations, and international trade. You'll explore how organisations source, produce, and distribute goods across international markets. The course takes one year to complete and includes a mix of coursework, exams, and project-based work.

You'll finish with a BTEC National Extended Diploma in Business at Level 3.

Who this course is for

This course is ideal for aspiring business professionals interested in global supply chains, logistics, operations and international trade. It provides a strong grounding in the business principles behind sourcing, production and distribution. Suitable for those starting their career or building on existing skills, the course develops the knowledge and confidence needed to succeed in the fast‑paced world of global business and supply chain management.

Entry requirements

Four GCSEs at Grade 3 or above including English and maths or a related Level 1 qualification plus English and maths at GCSE grade 1-3

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how global supply chains and logistics networks operate.
  • You'll study international business strategy and trade principles.
  • You'll analyse sourcing, production, and distribution processes.
  • You'll develop knowledge of business operations across sectors such as retail and manufacturing.
  • You'll apply business concepts through industry projects and simulations.
  • You'll build skills in independent research and project-based work.

How you will learn

The course is classroom based and delivered full-time during the day. Assessment is through a combination of coursework (around 70%) and exams (around 30%), alongside project-based tasks. You'll work independently on assignments and take part in simulations and industry projects to apply what you've learned.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Northampton College at Daventry will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business Administrator, supports day-to-day operations across a wide range of organisations.
  • Marketing Assistant, helps plan and deliver campaigns for products or services.
  • HR Assistant, supports recruitment, records, and employee relations in a business.
  • Finance Assistant, handles invoices, payments, and financial records for an employer.
  • Operations Coordinator, manages logistics and supply chain processes within a company.
  • Sales Support Administrator, assists sales teams with orders, data, and customer queries.

What you could study next

  • A Level 4 or Level 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Business, a natural next step for those wanting to specialise further.
  • A degree-level Business or Management programme at university, as this BTEC earns UCAS points toward entry.
  • A CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice, for those moving toward an HR career.
  • An AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting, for those drawn toward finance roles.
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