Entry Requirements:

For external applicants:

• Level 1: Level 1 English and maths (or equivalent) and an interest in business 

• Level 2: Four or more GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, including English or maths* 

• Level 3: Five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English and maths, or a relevant Level 2 Business qualification at Merit or Distinction level 

*Applications from adult learners without the required qualifications but with relevant experience may be considered on an individual basis. 

For all levels, you will also be required to: 

• Demonstrate good attendance, punctuality and a positive attitude to learning 

• Show an interest in business, enterprise and professional development 

• Be committed to completing coursework, assignments and independent study 

For internal progression learners (already studying with us):
Learners must be able to demonstrate that they:

• Have successfully completed a relevant course that naturally progresses onto this programme, achieving a good standard
• Have improved their English and maths grades since enrolment
• Have maintained good attendance and punctuality
• Show a consistently positive attitude to learning

What will I learn?

Depending on your chosen level, you may study: 

• Business enterprise and entrepreneurship 

• Marketing and branding 

• Finance for business 

• Customer service principles 

• Recruitment, selection and employment 

• Business communication and documentation 

• Managing and contributing to events 

• Research and business investigations 

• Digital marketing 

• Managing business projects 

• Personal and business finance 

• Human resources 

• International business 

• Business operations and management 

• Online business and e-commerce 

• Developing and presenting business ideas 

What skills will I gain?

By studying a business qualification you will: 

• Develop professional communication skills 

• Build confidence in presentations and public speaking 

• Learn how businesses operate and make decisions 

• Develop teamwork and leadership skills 

• Improve organisation and time management 

• Gain marketing and promotional skills 

• Develop financial awareness and budgeting skills 

• Strengthen research and analytical skills 

• Learn effective business writing and documentation techniques 

• Develop digital and IT skills relevant to modern workplaces 

• Build problem-solving and decision-making abilities 

• Prepare for employment, apprenticeships, university or self-employment 

How will I be assessed?

During your course you will be assessed in the following ways: 

• Coursework and assignments 

• Presentations 

• Projects based on realistic business scenarios 

• Practical activities and observations 

• External examinations (Level 2 and Level 3) 

Assessment methods vary depending on the qualification and level studied. 

What can I do next?

Successful completion of the course will enable you to progress to: 

• A higher-level Business qualification 

• A Business, Marketing, Finance or Management apprenticeship 

• Higher education study, including HNCs, HNDs and university degrees 

• Employment within a wide range of business sectors 

Potential career areas include: 

• Business Administrator 

• Office Administrator 

• Marketing Assistant 

• Human Resources Assistant 

• Customer Service Advisor 

• Sales Executive 

• Retail Manager 

• Recruitment Consultant 

• Events Coordinator 

• Digital Marketing Assistant 

• Finance Assistant 

• Business Development Executive 

• Entrepreneur or Small Business Owner