BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Business

  • Overview
    Students completing their BTEC Nationals in Business will be aiming to go on to employment, often via the stepping stone of higher education. It was, therefore, essential that we developed these qualifications in close collaboration with experts from professional bodies, businesses and universities, and with the providers who will be delivering the qualifications.

  • Who is this course for?
    Anyone wishing to go into the Business or Administration employment areas, or to Higher Education on those fields

  • Entry Requirements
    At least 3 GCSEs at grade 3 or higher, including 1 GCSE English or Maths at grade 4

  • Assessment Types
    A variety of assignments, podcasts, presentation and report, plus end of year exams

  • Units/Modules

    There are 8 units altogether, 6 of which are mandatory:

    • Exploring business
    • Developing a Marketing Campaign
    • Personal and Business Finance
    • Recruitment and Selection Process
    • Investigating Customer Service

  • Benefits/Skills
    Employment or Higher Education

  • Careers/Progression
    Progression to the Level 3 National Diploma in Business
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