Business (BTEC)

The Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Business is equivalent to a full A Level. It offers a flexible, unit-based structure and project-based assessments. It develops the practical, interpersonal and thinking skills required to be able to succeed in employment and higher education. This includes the ability to learn independently, research actively and give presentations. The course aims to give students a solid grounding in business planning, finance, marketing and strategy which will be invaluable when embarking on further study, an entrepreneurial venture or their future professional career.

Students study 4 units of which 3 are mandatory and 2 are external. The mandatory content is worth 83% of the overall mark, and the external content is worth 58%.

Three mandatory units including:

• Exploring Business

• Developing a Marketing Campaign (externally assessed)

• Personal and Business Finance (externally assessed)

One optional unit from:

• Market Research

• The English Legal System

• Work Experience in Business

• Investigating Customer Service

• Recruitment and Selection Process

Entry Requirements

Students must have a genuine interest in how businesses function, and an ability to manage regular deadlines in order to satisfy the requirements of the continual assessment in the course.

As with the A Level, a good level of spoken and written English is necessary for success.

Courses Offered

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Business

Business touches most aspects of modern society. It is a vibrant subject that is constantly changing.

Julia Folland, Head of Business