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Free Level 3 Business Course in Wolverhampton

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in Business Course in Wolverhampton. Classes run at City of Wolverhampton College, full-time during the day, over two years. You'll cover business environments, finance, marketing (including digital marketing and event planning), international business, human and technological resource planning, and how to set up a small business. The cambridge technical introductory diploma in business qualification is awarded by OCR, a name employers and universities recognise. To enrol, you'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including maths and English, or a Level 2 business-related qualification at Distinction or Merit.

Who this course is for

If you are interested in a career in business this course will give you the knowledge, experience and practical skills you will need to fulfil your ambitions.

You will learn about basic management techniques as well as the following:

business environments finance marketing (including marketing strategies, digital marketing, and event planning) international business and management national and global organisations human and technological resource planning setting up a small business/ebusiness This course is the first year of the two-year Level 3 extended diploma in business. Successful completion of the foundation diploma will enable you to progress to the second year extended diploma.

Entry requirements

To access this course you are required to have:

Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including maths, English OR Level 2 business-related qualification at Distinction or Merit level

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how different business environments operate, from local firms to global organisations.
  • You'll study core finance principles and how businesses manage money.
  • You'll learn marketing strategies, digital marketing techniques, and event planning.
  • You'll examine international business and management across national and global contexts.
  • You'll look at human and technological resource planning within organisations.
  • You'll develop practical knowledge of setting up and running a small business.
  • You'll apply basic management techniques used in real business settings.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom full-time during the day. Learning is delivered through a mix of taught sessions, practical activities, and assignments. Assessment is coursework-based, with units assessed through assignments that apply business knowledge to realistic scenarios. There are no formal written exams for every unit, though some components may include externally assessed tasks depending on the OCR specification for this qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. City of Wolverhampton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Business administrator: supporting day-to-day operations in an office or organisation.
  • Marketing assistant: helping plan and run campaigns, including digital and social media.
  • Sales executive: managing customer relationships and hitting sales targets.
  • HR administrator: supporting recruitment, records, and staff processes.
  • Accounts assistant: handling invoices, payments, and basic financial records.
  • Events coordinator: organising business events, conferences, and promotional activities.
  • Office manager: overseeing admin functions and team coordination.

What you could study next

After completing the cambridge technical introductory diploma in business certificate, you could move on to a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business for a broader qualification that opens more university routes. A Level 4 or 5 Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business is a strong next step toward a degree. Many learners also progress to a full BA (Hons) in Business Management or a related degree at university. Apprenticeships at Level 3 or Level 4 in business administration or management are another practical option.

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