Business Level 2
BTEC Extended Certificate
This course is ideal if you are wanting to succeed in the world of business, gain a deeper understanding of the way businesses work and develop practical skills to take into the workplace.
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Level 2
Attendance - Full-time
Duration - 1 year
Start date - September - June
Where -
2 Locations
Springfield Sixth Form Centre
Huddersfield Centre
Course Overview
On this practical, work-related course, you will be taught by leading experts in the industry. You will complete projects and assignments
that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands to give you an enhanced understanding of how business works, ensuring you are employable or ready to go onto the next step of your career.
This course will provide you with the necessary skills to develop a good understanding of the business environment and the different functions that operate within a business. In addition, you will undertake a programme to prepare you for your next level of study.
You will learn how trends and the current business environment may impact on a business and then you will plan an idea for a new business, which will help you to develop a better understanding of the costs involved in a business and how they can make a profit. You will also explore the role of marketing and consider how businesses use market research to make marketing decisions.
There will be an opportunity to participate in activities on and off campus, including listening and taking part in workshops by external companies, such as Lloyds Banking Group, National Market Traders Federation and Kirklees Council.
On this practical, work-related course, you will be taught by leading experts in the industry. You will complete projects and assignments
that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands to give you an enhanced understanding of how business works, ensuring you are employable or ready to go onto the next step of your career.
You will learn how trends and the current business environment may impact on a business and then you will plan an idea for a new business, which will help you to develop a better understanding of the costs involved in a business and how they can make a profit. You will also explore the role of marketing and consider how businesses use market research to make marketing decisions.
This course will provide you with the necessary skills to develop a good understanding of the business environment and the different functions that operate within a business. In addition, you will undertake a programme to prepare you for your next level of study.
There will be an opportunity to participate in activities on and off campus, including listening and taking part in workshops by external companies, such as Lloyds Banking Group, National Market Traders Federation and Kirklees Council.
Core Skills Gained:
A minimum of 4 GCSEs with the following grades: English and maths at 3 or above and 2 other GCSEs at 3 or above.
If you have an EHCP then please be aware that the college needs to have agreed, via the consultation period with your local authority, that we can meet the needs outlined in your EHCP before you can start on a course with us.
If you have an EHCP then please be aware that the college needs to have agreed, via the consultation period with your local authority, that we can meet the needs outlined in your EHCP before you can start on a course with us.
Business (Leadership and Management) Level 3
Apprenticeship
Accounting (AAT)
Business and Administration: Team Leadership and Management T Level Level 3
Apprenticeship
Accounting (AAT)
Business and Administration: Team Leadership and Management T Level Level 3
With further training or study, you can progress into business related careers such as accounting, administration, customer service, finance, IT or sales.
You will continually work towards your final grade by completing projects and assignments that will include practical demonstrations, observations, online exams and written assessments.
Why work in the Business & Professional Industry?
Employment in Business Management roles is down NAN% since 2021
Wide range of jobs in the Business & Professional Industry
Excellent choice of employers in the Business & Professional Industry
Considered a career in the Business & Professional?
If you’re not sure what to study, why not find out more information about different types of possible careers? Or if you know what you career you want to do but not sure what you need to study, we can help you get one step closer to that dream job.
Qualifications & levels explained
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