Entry Requirements

You will need a grade 4 in GCSE Maths and English Language plus GCSE Business (if studied) or a Merit grade in BTEC First Award in Business/BTEC Technical Award in Enterprise (if studied).

Exam Board Specification

What you will study

Extended Certificate – 4 units
Diploma – 8 units

A mixture of mandatory and optional units covering topics such as marketing, personal and business finance, event management, international business and principles of management.

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Assessments

  • 50% Coursework – You must enjoy report writing and independent research
  • 50% Exams – Two external exams in January

A variety of communication methods eg reports, presentations, debates as well as practical activities such as market research, teamwork and project management.

One Week Work Placement

You will receive help from our Work Experience Co-ordinator to find a placement. Examples include solicitors, schools, accountants, finance departments, quantity surveyors, media design companies, dentists and so much more.

Enrichment Activities

  • Young Managers’ Programme at the University of Liverpool
  • Organising events in college
  • Trips and visits eg Warner Bros Studio, Jaguar Land Rover, Paris

Progression

A BTEC Level 3 can lead to a similar course at university, an apprenticeship, employment in a small or large organisation or even the opportunity to run your own business. BTEC Business is worth the same UCAS points as any other A Level. It is viewed favourably by universities including the competitive Russell Group. It is also endorsed by many global companies and leading business institutions.

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Career Opportunities

This course leads to a variety of careers including Marketing, Leisure & Tourism, Media, Accounting, Management Retail, Hospitality, Recruitment, Sales, Retail Management

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Entry Requirements

You will need a grade 4 in GCSE Maths and English Language plus GCSE Business (if studied) or a Merit grade in BTEC First Award in Business/BTEC Technical Award in Enterprise (if studied).

Exam Board Specification