Business BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF)

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Business BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF) LocationCranford Avenue Course Overview Apply Now This is a nationally recognised qualification providing studies in business that will develop a range of skills, techniques, personal qualities and attitudes essential for a career development in business specific employment. You will complete projects and assignments based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands. You will benefit from being taught by a well-qualified team of lecturers with substantial teaching and practical experience. To ensure that you gain the most from your course, guest speakers from the field of business and visits to local business sites are included in the programme. This is a practical course that will give you the skills for the world of work and help you to add value to business activities in any organisation.

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  • Skills and Training
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A successful interview plus one of the following: • 5 GCSEs at grade C or above including English and maths or equivalent • BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Business with merit or distinction profile plus Level 2 English and maths. Course Content Within this course you will: • Gain a broad understanding of business and be able to study selected areas in more depth • Develop skills, knowledge and understanding in business • Have an opportunity to apply learning in a practical and realistic way • Follow a programme of study that enables progression to both higher education and employment within business • Develop personal learning and thinking skills that are highly valued by employers and universities • Gain confidence through developing independent learning skills • Complete relevant work experience. This qualification is studied over two years and provides the knowledge, understanding and skills for those who want a career in business. The course is delivered using group and individual activities, presentations, tutor input, independent research, discussion and role plays. There may also be guest speakers and arranged visits to local organisations. Units may include: First year • The business environment • Business resources • Introduction to marketing • Business communication • Understanding retail • Starting a business • Ethics in business • Aspects of employment law • Business accounting. Second year • Creative product promotion • Development planning for a career in business • Managing a team event • Market research in business • Business and the economic environment • Health and safety • Supporting business activities • Recruitment and selection in business • Management accounting. How will I be assessed? The course emphasises practical application of learning, which involves assessments by projects, case studies and presentations. You will also visit local and national businesses and organisations. Your studies will be monitored through the academic tutorial system, ensuring that you know exactly how you are progressing. Progression Many students will progress to various degree or Higher National Diploma courses at university. The course offers a thorough grounding in real world business skills allowing you to confidently enter employment. You may apply for junior managerial/trainee roles both in specific areas such as human resources, finance and marketing, but also into business generally. You may also progress on to our HNC in Business & Management. Additionally, having completed the course you should be capable of starting up your own business. Fees • If you are aged 16–18 as of 31 August on the year of enrolment – no course fee. • If you are over 19 as of 31 August and enrolling on a full-time programme of study a tuition fee will be applicable in most cases. Bursary funds There are financial support arrangements for 16–18 year olds and hardship funds available for the over 19s. Please contact our Information Centre for details of costs and concessions on 01305 208808 or email

Business BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF)

Price on request