Free Level 3 Business Course in Birmingham. Classes run at South & City College Birmingham Digbeth Campus. You'll study full-time over two years, covering economics, accounting, marketing, law, and human resources across 13 units. The course carries UCAS points, so it can open the door to university or higher education as well as employment. You'll need 5 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above, including English and Maths, or an equivalent Level 2 qualification.
Who this course is for
This two-year BTEC Business Level 3 Extended Diploma offers a valuable alternative to A-Levels, catering to students looking for a more hands-on and practical learning experience. It carries UCAS points and you can progress onto a higher education course at the college, such as a business related HND, or a business related university degree. It covers a wide range of related areas like economics, accounting, law, marketing and human resources.
Entry requirements
You will need 5 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above. These must include English and Maths or a Level 2 qualification including GCSE English and Maths.
What you will learn
You'll explore how businesses are organised and how they operate.
You'll develop a marketing campaign from brief to execution.
You'll study personal and business finance, including budgeting and financial planning.
You'll plan and manage an event from start to finish.
You'll examine international business and how global markets work.
You'll apply principles of management and decision-making in business contexts.
You'll carry out recruitment and selection processes.
You'll conduct market research and use findings to inform business decisions.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of research tasks, presentations, written papers, and team projects. Assessment is coursework-based across the 13 units, with assignments set and marked throughout the two years. You'll also develop communication skills through group work and pitching activities in the classroom.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South & City College Birmingham Digbeth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Marketing assistant: support campaigns and promotions for businesses
Business administrator: handle operations and coordination across departments
Human resources assistant: help with recruitment, training, and staff records
Customer service team leader: manage service delivery and resolve issues
Accounts assistant: support financial record-keeping and reporting
Events coordinator: plan and deliver corporate or commercial events
Sales executive: develop client relationships and drive revenue
What you could study next
HND in Business (Level 5): a natural next step if you want to go deeper into business before or instead of a full degree.
BA (Hons) Business or Business Management degree: your UCAS points from this Diploma count toward university entry.
Business or Management Apprenticeship (Level 3 or 4): combine work and study if you want to earn while you learn.
AAT Accounting Qualification: a strong option if the finance units sparked an interest in accountancy as a career.
