Business BTEC Certificate
Are you a school leaver looking to take your initial steps into the business industry? This Level 2 course blends business theory with practical application, covering a mix of mandatory and optional units. Geared towards providing education and vocational skills, for students aspiring to pursue careers in office administration, financial services, customer service, sales and retailing, as well as distribution and manufacturing. The course places emphasis on key business-related skills, including communication and numeracy.
You will learn and explore how businesses are set-up and run. You will learn about different elements of business, providing you with transferable skills that are applicable for work in most industries. The mandatory units include: enterprise, finance, marketing, promotion, customer service, and sales.
One-year programme: Minimum 4 GCSE's at Grade 3 including English or Level 1 Functional Skills English.
The successful completion of this course gives access to a wide range of junior careers within areas such as finance, retailing, marketing and apprenticeships. Further career opportunities can be achieved by progression onto the higher-level courses. Students can progress to Level 3 National Diploma, or the Extended Diploma in Business, if they have GCSE English and maths, or an Apprenticeship. Students could also choose to study the T Level in Business and Administration.
At South & City College Birmingham, we offer a wide range of courses for most age groups.
School Leavers: For learners who are between the ages of 16 to 18, studies will be free.
Adults: For learners who are aged 19 or over, the cost of study will depend on the course or programme that you choose. Some courses may even be free*. If the course is not free, students aged 19 at the start of their programme who wish to study need to either pay their course fees, or take out an Advanced Learning Loan.
*Eligibility criteria applies. There may be an exception for students aged 19 or over that are taking their first full Level 3 qualifications (equivalent to A Levels and Access to HE Diplomas), who could be supported by the Learner Support Fund, or free adult course funded by the WMCA. To find out what financial support is available to you or whether your course is free, call our friendly admissions team on 0121 694 5000 during office hours, or email us via: admissions-shared@sccb.ac.uk, we look forward to hearing from you.
Full details regarding our adult funding, or learner loans can be found on our website via: Money Matters
Higher Education: If you are planning to undertake one of our Higher Education courses you can apply for a loan with Student Finance England, or apply for an Advanced Learner Loan with the college to support towards your course fees. Adults may be eligible for FREE tuition through the WMCA's free courses for jobs offer.
Full details regarding our adult funding, or learner loans can be found on our website via: Money Matters
Enquire via our website today to chat to one of our Admissions team and make your right choice with South and City College Birmingham. Whatever your passion, we are here to help you land on your dream career path. Email: admissions-shared@sccb.ac.uk to find out what financial support is available. With various funds, loans and bursaries on offer, we may be able to help with travel expenses & childcare costs.
Your learning experience will include a variety of methods, including assignments, tutorials, report writing, presentations, role plays, and exams. You'll also participate in activities aimed at enhancing your English, maths, and employability skills (16-18s).
Is this course free?
Is this course free?
Is this course free?
