Business and Administration BTEC Diploma Level 1

The retail industry employs over 3 million people (data collected March 08). This equates to 11% of the total UK workforce (UK Retail Futures 2011: Sector Summary, Datamonitor).

Summary

Are you thinking of working in business, retail or administration but not sure which area to choose? This practical work-related qualification will introduce you to the skills and knowledge essential for a career in business and administration and/or progression to a Level 2 qualification.

Entry Requirements

• Functional skills in English at Level 1 or Entry Level 3 and to have a keen interest in business or administration

What will I be doing on the course?

Units for this course include:

• Working in business and administration
• Creating business documents
• Welcoming visitors
• Ideas for small businesses

How will I be assessed?

Assessment is continuous throughout the course. Methods of assessment vary from unit to unit and include practical and theory assessments – both written and practical observations. The qualification has a number of core and optional modules, which all students will study. There is a written test for Functional Skills -English.

What will I need?

Text book, memory stick, folder, paper and pens.

What can I do next?

• If you achieve a Pass and Functional Skills you will be able to progress onto a Level 2 programme
• Most learners move onto the BTEC 1st Diploma in Business
• You could also chose to go into employment

Additional Activities

Functional skills in English and ICT. Group and personal tutorials