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Course Summary

The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Business course offers an innovative and engaging curriculum designed to develop essential business knowledge and practical skills. Covering key areas such as Exploring Business, Developing Marketing Campaigns, Personal and Business Finance, Managing Events, and Business Decision-making, the course provides a strong foundation for success in any business environment.

In addition to business knowledge, you will develop essential workplace skills, including competency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as research, presentation, and time management skills. You will also gain hands-on experience in teamwork and leadership by planning and managing events and activities – valuable skills that all employers seek.

No matter where your future takes you, this course will prepare you for the next step, whether that’s progressing to University Level study, securing an Apprenticeship, or entering the workplace.

What else do I need to know?

During the course, you will cover topics including:

  • Exploring Business
  • Developing a Marketing Campaign
  • Personal and Business Finance
  • Managing an Event
  • International Business
  • Principles of Management
  • Business Decision-making
 

Optional Topics:

  • Recruitment and Selection
  • Customer Service
  • Team Building in Business
  • Visual Merchandising
  • Pitching for a New Business
  • Work Experience

To study Business Extended Diploma Level 3, you will need to have 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above (old GCSE grade C or above) or equivalent, including English and Maths.

Please note that relevant work experience may also be considered.

The Business Extended Diploma Level 3 will take you 2 years to complete. You will attend college from 9:00am-4:30pm for 3-4 days per week at our Rochford Campus in Boston. You may also be expected to complete a work placement, plus independent study.

This course is free if you are under the age of 19 on 31 August of the year you start the course.

If you are aged 19+, this course will cost £6602.

Fee remission may also be available depending on your personal circumstances. For further information, please contact the Registry Department on 01205 365701 or email fees@boston.ac.uk, or visit our Financial Support & Funding page.

Please note that all fees are subject to change.

You will be assessed via assignments, presentations, and exams.

Successful completion of the Business Extended Diploma Level 3 course can lead to careers in business specialisms such as Finance, Human Resources, Management, and Marketing. You could progress within employment to professional qualifications from organizations like the Chartered Institute of Marketing or management accountants.

Alternatively, you can progress to university to study Business, Marketing, International Business, Logistics, Human Resource Management, or related subjects, gaining deeper industry insights and expertise.

To explore University Level courses available at Boston College, visit our University Level page.

Additional costs may include exam resit fee of approximately £40 should you require to resit an exam.

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