Free if you're 19 to 23 and this is your first full Level 3. Chesterfield College lists a fee of £2,573 if you're not eligible. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact Chesterfield College for more info.
Level 3 Business Course in Chesterfield. Classes run at Chesterfield College, full-time during the day. The course is free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 to 23, it may be free as your first full Level 3 qualification. Adult learner loans may be available for others. You'll study business over one year, covering topics such as finance, marketing, and how organisations operate. You'll need at least five GCSEs at grade C or grade 4, including maths and English.
Who this course is for
16-18 Year Old Learners
Entry requirements
You will need at least 5 GCSE’s at Grade C/4, including maths and English.
What you will learn
You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they operate day to day.
You'll study marketing principles and how businesses reach their customers.
You'll examine business finance, including budgeting and managing money.
You'll analyse how businesses plan and make decisions.
You'll develop your understanding of human resources and how organisations manage people.
You'll look at how external factors, such as the economy and legislation, affect businesses.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Chesterfield College. The OCR Cambridge Technical is assessed through a mix of coursework assignments and externally assessed units. You'll complete assignments throughout the year and sit exams for some units. Your work is marked against set criteria, so you'll know what's expected at each stage.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Chesterfield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Business administrator, supporting day-to-day office operations
Marketing assistant, helping plan and run campaigns
Sales executive, working with customers and clients
HR administrator, supporting recruitment and staff records
Customer service team leader, managing front-line service
Accounts assistant, handling financial records and invoices
Office manager, coordinating business functions
What you could study next
Level 3 Business Diploma (full) or A-Level Business, to deepen your knowledge before university
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business, a Level 4 qualification for those moving into higher education or specialist roles
Degree in Business, Management, Marketing, or Finance at university, building on your Level 3 business qualification
CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice, if you want to move into HR
