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Level 3 Business Course in Bingley 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 Bradford.

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About this course

BTEC National Diploma in Business in Bingley. Classes run at Bingley Grammar School, full-time over two years.

The course covers core business topics including marketing, finance, human resources, and business strategy. You'll develop practical skills in communication, teamwork, and research alongside your subject knowledge. Assessment combines coursework and exams, so you're not relying on exams alone.

You'll need at least five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including Maths and English, to join the Sixth Form. The course is equivalent to two A Levels and leads to a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 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

To study in the Sixth Form, students much achieve the general entry requirements which are a minimum of 5 x GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade 4 or above from a range of subjects including Mathematics and English Language.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how businesses are organised and how they operate day to day.
  • You'll study marketing principles, including how businesses reach and retain customers.
  • You'll learn how businesses manage their finances and interpret financial data.
  • You'll examine human resources, including recruitment, training, and managing people.
  • You'll develop research and analysis skills applied to real business scenarios.
  • You'll practise teamwork and communication skills valued across many industries.
  • You'll build an understanding of business strategy and decision-making.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Bingley Grammar School. Assessment is a mix of coursework assignments and written exams. The coursework element lets you build evidence of your skills over time, while the exams test your knowledge of key business topics. This combination means your final grade reflects both ongoing work and exam performance.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. You'll be expected to purchase a revision guide, which costs approximately £10. Bingley Grammar School 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.
  • Sales executive, builds client relationships and drives revenue.
  • Human resources assistant, supports recruitment and staff management.
  • Office manager, oversees administrative functions across a business.
  • Customer service team leader, manages a team handling customer queries.
  • Accounts assistant, processes financial transactions and supports reporting.

What you could study next

  • A Level Business, a traditional academic route if you want to specialise further before university.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a Level 4 qualification that takes you into higher education.
  • Degree in Business Management or a related subject, building on your Level 3 business qualification for a full undergraduate award.
  • Business or management apprenticeship at Level 4 or 5, combining work and study after your Diploma.
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