Business (L3 BTEC)

Specification

Entry Requirements

6 Grade 9-3 including

Grade 4 in both English & Maths and one other Grade 4.

Course Content

You will develop knowledge of business from a number of perspectives. You will also develop practical research skills which will allow you to investigate how businesses of all sizes operate. Students who choose to study BTEC Business will also take part in work experience and would be asked to attend work related visits in order to complete key assessments.

First year. 9 units, including:

• The Business Environment

• Business Resources

• Marketing

• Business Communication

• Food Retailing

• Human Resource Management

Second year. 9 units, including:

• Creative Product Promotion

• Aspects of Employment Law

• Business Accounting

• Managing Business Events

• Starting a Small Business

• International Business Assessment

There are written examinations and coursework tasks which are taken throughout the course. All units are assessed and graded on a Pass, Merit and Distinction grade. You coursework will be internally assessed and work is then sent off for verification. Progression Routes BTEC Business can lead to further study in any aspect of accounting, business, finance or management at university. This course can also lead to a wide variety of careers in business, finance, insurance, banking and management after completion.