BTEC National Award in Business

BTEC National Award in Business

What is the BTEC National Award?
You will study 6 units over two years covering a range of topics. These will be:-
Unit 1 Exploring Business Activity
Unit 2 Investigating Business Resources
Unit 3 Introduction to Marketing
Unit 4 Effective People, communication and Information
Unit 18 Managing a Business Event
Unit 19 Exploring Team Development
The Award is equivalent to one A level, and carries a maximum of 120 UCAS points.

Is the National Award in Business suitable for me?
The award is suitable for anyone who wants to learn about the world of business, or is perhaps considering setting up a business themselves in the future.

How will I learn?
You will learn through practical assignments which will be set to cover the units. You will learn about human resources, finance and marketing in a range of businesses. You will develop skills of researching, role playing, and working in teams as you work on your assignments. The deadlines for the assignments will be planned over the year and it is important to adhere to the hand in dates, so good time management skills are essential.
During the first year of the course you will also spend two weeks on work experience.

How will I be assessed?
All units are assessed internally by your teachers and then moderated by the board. There are NO exams. Your work will be graded pass, merit or distinction. Pass gives you 40 UCAS points, merit gives you 80 and distinction gives you 120. These grades are equivalent to A level grades E,C and A respectively.

Course: EDEXCEL