BTEC First Diploma/Certificate in Business (Retail Pathway)

Course Team Leader: Maddox, Roy

Course Level: Level 2

Course Type: Full Time

Curriculum Area Description: Business

How to Apply: Interview
Entry Requirements: 4 GCSEs at grade D and above or a level 1 vocational qualification, plus GCSE English at grade D/E and above

Study Hours: 16
Nº of Weeks:35

Work Placement: No
Work Placement Attendence: Optional

Course Progression: You can progress on to the BTEC Diploma in Business (Retail Pathway) at level 3, or complete an Apprenticeship in Retail Skills, or an alternative work based qualification once you are employed.

Careers Progression: There are a wide range of career options available to you within the Retail sector. There may be the opportunity for you to meet with an employer from the Retail sector to discuss your personal career

Course Description:
The Diploma at level 2 is equivalent to four GCSEs grades A* to C. The Certificate at level 2 is equivalent to two GCSEs grades A* to C.

Description Breakdown:
The course is made up of four mandatory units which develop your core Business skills and knowledge. The remaining units to complete the qualification are specialist, and focus entirely on the Retail sector. This course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to work in a very competitive, fast moving and exciting industry. Through a range of learning activities and visits to retail organisations and events, you will also enhance your interpersonal skills and personal attributes which are essential for the world of Retail.

Assessment Description: Continuous

Nº Places Available: 20

Trips Residentials: There will be a number of opportunities to visit retail organisations and events throughout the course. This course is delivered by the Retail Skills Centre at Leicester College which is a member of the National Skills Academy for Retail.

Qualification: BTEC Diploma/Certificate in Business (Retail)

Tuition Fees: 500
Material Fees: 42
Exams Fees: 0
Exam Registration: 0
Residential Fees: 55
Total Fees: 597

Additional Costs Total: 0

Days Times: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday