Business BTEC Extended Diploma Level 3

Senior management positions, such as PR director/head of corporate affairs can range from £40,000 to £100,000 (salary data collected Oct 08).

Summary

This advanced practical qualification gives you a real insight into different business roles within an organisation. You will study everything from Marketing to Business resources and you will be able to select avenues to explore from Accounting or Recruitment to Web Design or International Business.

Entry Requirements

• At least 200 GCSE entry points with a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C including Maths and English or Key Skills Level 2, or a Level 2 qualification such as a First Diploma (at Merit Level or above)

What will I be doing on the course?

Over the course of two years, you will study 18 different units. 9 units each year. The units you could study are:

Business Environment, Marketing, Business Communication, Business Resources, Starting a Small Business, Internet and e-Business, Internet Marketing, Managing a Business Event, Retail, Intro to Accountancy, Business Ethics, Supporting Projects, Contract and Business Law, Managing Business Information, Business and the Economic Environment, Team Development, International Business and HR Management.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment is continuous throughout the two year course. You will be assessed on different assignment tasks for each unit.

What will I need?

BTEC Business Level 3 books (1 and 2) and USB memory stick.

What can I do next?

• Progress to Higher Education at HRC with Foundation Degrees.
• Progress to a Degree course in e.g. Accounting, Business, Law, Finance, Marketing and HR
• Employment in the Business Sector

Additional Activities

You will have the chance to take part in additional activities, including sport. Should you need to you can re-sit GCSE English and/or Maths if you have a grade D. You will also study Functional Skills. Trips to galleries, museums & exhibitions in and around London. Work experience is part of this course.