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BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Business Level 3

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Key Information

Subject Area

Subject Area
Accountancy, Business and Law

Level

Level
3

Mode of Study
Mode of Study
Full Time
Location

Location
Crosskeys Campus

Start Date

Start Date
03 September 2024

Duration

Duration
1 year

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements

Minimum of 5 GCSEs grade C or above to include Maths/Numeracy, English/Welsh 1st Language, or appropriate Level 2 Diploma qualification at Merit grade with GCSEs to include Maths/Numeracy, English/Welsh 1st Language at grade C or above.

In a nutshell

You’ll study a wide range of business areas to prepare you for a career or further study in business.

This course is for you if...

... You have entrepreneurial spirit and a proactive nature.
... You want to improve your employment opportunities in the public sector as well as in business specialisms.
... You have a keen interest in the business world.

What will I be doing?

You’ll complete projects and assignments based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands. You’ll focus on a particular subject area and develop a range of specialist skills and knowledge covering core and specialist units. The topics covered include:

  • Developing a Marketing Campaign
  • Recruitment and Selection
  • Personal and Business Finance
  • The English Legal System
  • Team building
  • Creative Promotion
  • International Business
  • Managing a Business Event
  • Business Decision Making

By the end of the course, you’ll have achieved:

What is expected of me?

To enter you’ll need a minimum of 5 GCSEs grade C or above to include Maths/Maths Numeracy, English/Welsh First Language, or an appropriate Level 2 Diploma qualification at Merit grade with GCSEs to include Maths/Maths Numeracy, English/Welsh First Language at grade C or above.

Once on the course, full commitment to attendance is required, as well as respect for others, enthusiasm for the subject and self-motivation. You’ll be continually assessed through practical assignments, written assessments, presentations and portfolio work along with two examinations in each year. There is also an expectation that you will continue your studies and coursework during your own time.

What comes next?

Successful completion of the Year 1 Foundation Diploma will allow learners to progress on to the second year and complete the full Extended Diploma L3. From there, progression routes include:

  • Higher Education in business related subjects such as Foundation Degree in Business at Coleg Gwent
  • Employment opportunities in the public sector as well as in business specialisms such as finance, human resources, management, marketing or other business-related careers.

Additional information

You will be expected to make a subsidised contribution to trips and enterprise activities.



Where can I study BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Business Level 3?

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Crosskeys Campus
(Full Time)
Start Date: 03 September 2024

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All courses may be subject to change and cancelled if deemed not viable to run.

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