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Level 3 Business Course in Rotherham for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 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 Rotherham.

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About this course

Free Level 3 Business Course in Rotherham. Classes run at Thomas Rotherham College, full-time during the day.

The course covers two years of study across core business topics including marketing, finance, human resources, and business strategy. You'll build skills in communication, teamwork, research, and analysis. The course is equivalent to two A Levels, so it carries real weight for university applications or employment. You'll need a Grade 4 in GCSE English and a Grade 3 in GCSE Maths to join.

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

Who this course is for

If you're interested in business and want to follow a work related route to higher education or employment, this course is for you. Equivalent to 2 A levels, you can combine it with other level 3 qualifications that either complement or contrast with business. It would suit you if you prefer a combination of coursework and exams to exam only courses. You'll also get transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis that are useful in a wide range of non-business careers.

Entry requirements

Standard TRC Level 3 entry requirements including Grade 4 in English. Grade 3 in Maths.

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 learn the basics of business finance and budgeting.
  • You'll examine human resources and how organisations manage people.
  • You'll develop research and analytical skills applied to business problems.
  • You'll practise communication and teamwork through group projects.
  • You'll investigate how businesses plan and develop strategy.

How you will learn

The course combines coursework assignments with written examinations. You'll complete units assessed through internally marked assignments, alongside externally set and marked exams. Classes are delivered face-to-face at Thomas Rotherham College during the day. You'll work individually and in groups throughout the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Thomas Rotherham 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 marketing campaigns.
  • Human resources assistant, supports recruitment and staff administration.
  • Office manager, oversees administrative operations for a business.
  • Sales coordinator, manages orders and supports a sales team.
  • Accounts assistant, handles financial records and basic bookkeeping.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a higher-level qualification for those wanting to specialise further before university.
  • BA (Hons) in Business Management, a full degree for those progressing to university after the Diploma.
  • Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Business, if you want to broaden your study with additional units.
  • Chartered Management Institute (CMI) qualifications, for those moving into management roles at work.
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