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Level 3 Business Course in Stourport-on-Severn for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start11 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

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About this course

Free Level 3 Business Course in Stourport-on-Severn. Classes run at The Stourport High School and Sixth Form College, full-time over two years.

The course gives you a broad grounding in how businesses work. You'll explore topics including marketing, finance, human resources, and business operations. You'll also apply your learning to real business scenarios. The course is roughly equivalent to one A level and is typically studied alongside other Level 3 subjects.

You'll need four or five GCSEs at grade 3 or above, or a relevant Level 2 qualification, to join. You finish with an OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Business.

Who this course is for

This work related course is an alternative to A level business and is suitable for you if you are considering a career in business, studying a business related degree or thinking of running your own business in the future. It will give you a broad overview of the business sector and the chance to apply your learning to some real business situations. It's roughly equivalent to 1 A level and is generally taken over 2 years alongside other level 3 subjects.

Entry requirements

4-5 GCSE's at grade 3 (C) or above or a relevant level 2 qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and managed.
  • You'll study marketing principles and how businesses reach customers.
  • You'll examine business finance, including budgeting and financial planning.
  • You'll learn about human resources and how organisations manage people.
  • You'll analyse business operations and how companies improve performance.
  • You'll apply business theory to real business situations and case studies.

How you will learn

The Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Business combines coursework assignments with external assessment. You'll complete unit-based assignments throughout the course, which are assessed by your teachers. Some units are assessed through externally set and marked exams. Classroom sessions cover theory, discussion, and applied business tasks.

What you will need to bring

The Stourport High School and Sixth Form College will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator, supports day-to-day operations across a range of organisations.
  • Marketing assistant, helps plan and deliver marketing campaigns.
  • HR assistant, supports recruitment, records, and employee relations.
  • Accounts assistant, handles invoicing, payments, and financial records.
  • Office administrator, coordinates admin tasks for a team or department.
  • Customer service advisor, manages customer queries and accounts.

What you could study next

  • A Level Business, for those who want a more academic route before university.
  • Higher National Certificate in Business (Level 4), a practical step into higher education.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or Marketing (Level 6), for those aiming for graduate-level roles.
  • CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice, for those moving into HR.
  • AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting, for those focusing on finance and accounts.
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