BUSINESS BTEC LEVEL 3 NATIONAL FOUNDATION DIPLOMA

Students will initially work towards 18 units of study for Diploma Level. Three of the four compulsory units will be studied during the first term, with tutors assessing students competency at the end of the first term.

The students may visit outside organisations to see Business concepts and skills in place. Day trips in this country and abroad also take place including a residential. All trips are compulsory and require a fee.

All assessment is by internal assessment. There are no external exams. Assignments are based on realistic workplace situations and aimed at developing business skills and knowledge. Significant use of IT, internet research and PowerPoint presentations are a feature of the qualification. Coursework is moderated by Internal and Exernal Verifiers. Your ability, attendance and punctuality is monitored closely during the first term when working on the compulsory units.

There are four compulsory units:

Unit 1: Exploring Business Activity;
Unit 2: Investigating Business Resources;
Unit 3: Introduction to Marketing;
Unit 4: Effective People, communication and information.