Business and Management

Business Level 3 Full-time

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In Brief

Start Date / Duration

This course will comence September and runs for two years.

Entry requirements
  • You are required to have five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English

OR

  • A Merit or Distinction in a BTEC First Diploma in a relevant subject area
You will achieve
  • On completion of year one you will achieve the BTEC Foundation Diploma in Business which is equivalent to 1.5 A Levels.
  • On completion of year two you will achieve the BTEC National Extended Diploma in Business Level 3 which is equivalent to three A Levels.

Last updated: 19th February 2019

Course overview

For budding entrepreneurs and those wanting to progress in the world of business, this course is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to work successfully in the business and commercial sector.

Course content

You will study seven mandatory business units which will provide an introduction to the fundamentals of business. In addition, you will study six specialist units, which cover a range of business specialisms, including the following subject areas:

  • Marketing
  • Enterprise
  • Finance
  • Event Planning
  • Human Resources
  • International Business
  • Retail
  • Team Leadership
  • Work Experience
  • Business Law

Level 3 Business course specifications

How will I be assessed?

Assessment is through a combination of internal and external methods.

  • Twelve units are assessed through a range of techniques including course-work, case studies and practical projects including presentations and observations of business team activities.
  • One unit is assessed through examination with the awarding body.

What equipment will I need?

You will need to provide your own writing material, paper and folder.

You will also need a storage device (USB) to save computerised work.

Where will I study?

Old Mill Lane campus
Church Street
Barnsley
S70 2AX

What can I do next?

You can go on to work of or further study after completing your course.

You can progress onto Higher Education, Apprenticeship or directly into employment in business or business management .

How much does the course cost?

 

 

16 – 18 year olds

Full-time Barnsley College students aged 16-18 years old do not have to pay tuition fees.

19+ Students

Aged 19 or over and thinking about further education?

You may be eligible for free or reduced course fees . Please refer to our page ‘paying for your course.’

Financial support

You may be eligible for assistance with expenses such as travel, books, equipment and childcare. For further information please contact the Student Services Team on +44 (0)1226 216 114.

Extra information

Advanced Learner Loans

This course may be eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan. Contact our friendly Information Team on +44 (0)1226 216 123 or email info@barnsley.ac.uk. about eligibility and how to apply. You can also visit the Advanced Learner Loan page.

 

 

Contact the Information Unit

For further information please contact our friendly Information Team on +44 (0)1226 216 123 or email info@barnsley.ac.uk

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Additional Learning Support

Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Please contact them on +44 (0)1226 216 769.

Disclaimer

Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

Business Level 3 Full-time