Business Level 3 BTEC Diploma
QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED TO START THE COURSE
Business BTEC level 2 Diploma at distinction or merit with recommendation OR
4 or above in English Language
4 or above in maths
Plus our standard LaSWAP entry requirements for Level 3 Vocational and Technical courses, which can be found here
YEAR 12 COURSE SPECIFICATION
Unit 1 – Exploring business
Unit 2 – Developing a marketing campaign
Unit 3 – Personal and business finance
YEAR 13 COURSE SPECIFICATION
Unit 4 – Managing an event
Unit 5 – International business
Unit 6 – Principles of management
One optional unit for the Diploma
LEARNING AND SKILLS
Employability skills
• cognitive and problem-solving skills: use critical thinking, approach non-routine problems applying expert and creative solutions, use systems and technology
• intrapersonal skills: communicating, working collaboratively, negotiating and influencing, self-presentation
• interpersonal skills: self-management, adaptability and resilience, self-monitoring and development.
Knowledge and skills for higher education
• the ability to learn independently
• the ability to research actively and methodically
• to be able to give presentations and be active group members.
Learners can also benefit from opportunities for deep learning where they are able to make connections among units and select areas of interest for detailed study.
The course provides a vocational context in which learners can develop the knowledge and skills required for particular degree courses, including:
• effective writing
• analytical skills
• creative development
• preparation for assessment methods used in degrees
EXAMINATION AND ASSESSMENT
EXAM BOARD: EDEXCEL
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UNITS |
TYPE OF ASSESSMENT |
WEIGHTING (% OF TOTAL COURSE) |
|
Unit 1 – Exploring Business |
Coursework |
12.5% (Year 12) |
|
Unit 2 – Developing a Marketing Campaign |
Controlled assessment |
12.5% (Year 12) |
|
Unit 3 – Personal and Business Finance |
Exam |
16.7% (Year 12) |
|
Unit 8 – Recruitment and Selection Process |
Coursework |
8.3% (Year 12) |
|
Unit 4 – Managing an Event |
Coursework |
12.5% (Year 13) |
|
Unit 5 – International Business |
Coursework |
12.5% (Year 13) |
|
Unit 6 – Principles of Management |
Controlled assessment |
16.7% (Year 13) |
|
Second optional unit |
Coursework |
8.3% (Year 13) |
FUTURE PROSPECTS
The qualification is recognised by higher education institutions as meeting admission requirements to many relevant courses in a variety of areas in the business sector, as single or joint programmes at degree level in many business and management related areas.
After this qualification, learners can progress directly to employment, however, it is likely that many will do so after higher study. Areas of employment include junior business roles in marketing, administration, finance, events management, HR, marketing and other related areas in the business sector, including higher apprenticeships.