Program Overview

BTEC Level 3 National Foundation/National Extended Diploma in Business

Overview

This Level 3 business course will enable you to gain a strong grounding in general business management, studying subjects including pitching, decision making, and retail. You will then be able to specialise in a particular area of business, such as marketing, human resources, or accounting. Throughout the course, you will undertake practical assessments and develop a wealth of transferable, high-level skills that both higher education institutions and employers are looking for.

Course Breakdown

During the course, you will undertake seven mandatory (compulsory) units and six optional units:

Year 1

• Developing a marketing campaign
• Personal and business finance
• Exploring business
• Recruitment and selection
• Managing an event
• Pitching for a new business

Year 2

• Principles of management
• Business decision making
• Work experience in business
• International business
• Investigating retail business
• Employment law
• Training and development

Entry Requirements

• 4 GCSEs at grade 4 (grade C), including English (Language or Literature) and Maths, or equivalent.
• School applicants will be required to provide a good school report, which must include attendance.
• If you are a school leaver (over 19), you will be required to provide a reference from a previous education provider or employer in support of your application.

Key Information

• Teaching and assessment: There is a strong element of practical assessment in the form of internal assignments and external tasks and written exams.
• Work placements: Work placements offer a wealth of benefits alongside your studies, helping you put your learning into practice, develop your skills and understanding of the workplace, boost your CV for your chosen career or enhance your UCAS application for higher education.

Career Opportunities

• Marketing executive: Average salary £26,500 – £30,500
• Advertising account executive: Average Salary £35,000
• Finance officer: Average Salary £29,250
• Accounting technician: Average Salary £24,000
• Business adviser: Average Salary £32,500
• IT support technician: Average salary £19,000 – £29,000

Why Choose This College Course?

• BOOST YOUR SKILLS – From business knowledge to skills such as teamwork, independent research, creative thinking, and presentation, arm yourself with the tools for your future.
• MOVE UP TO UNIVERSITY – This business diploma is designed to support your progression to degree-level study.
• GET CAREER-READY – Want to get straight into work? From marketing or advertising to finance, enterprise, and more, this course will open up a huge range of business opportunities.