Business, Retail and Administration

Course Content

Award:
BTEC Introductory Diploma

What's it all about?:
If you are interested in business, retail and administration but not sure which route to follow then this course is for you. You will learn about how businesses are run and also start to improve the skills that will enable you to get a job in a retail or business environment, or progress to a higher level course.

Progression:
Upon successful completion you may progress directly into the workplace or onto a level 2 course at the College.

Entry Requirements:
There are no specific entry requirements. However, you will be invited to attend an informal interview to assess your suitability for the course.

Duration: One year Course Overview
What does the course involve?:

This course consists of eight units - three compulsory core units, two personal skills units and three optional units.

The compulsory core units include:
• core unit 1 - starting work in business, retail and administration
• core unit 2 - working in business, retail and administration
• core unit 3 - introducing customer service.

When can I study?:
Monday - Friday

Are there any exams?:
Assessment includes the completion of a portfolio of assignments.
Course Facts

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Start Date:
1 September 2010

End Date:
30 June 2011

Course Type:

Part-time

Location:
Kings Road Centre

Course Fees:
£1800 If you are receiving certain benefits, you may only have to pay a material fee.

Instalments:
Instalments are available for course fees. A deposit of £450.00 per year is payable before enrolment followed by three monthly payments of £450.00 per year

Material Fees:
£20

Level:
Foundation

Course Code:
BID

Certain "part-time" courses may become "full-time" courses if additional courses are taken.

If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees are not applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees).

Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2009/10 (August 2009 - July 2010). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2010/11.