Level 3 : BTEC Certificate /Subsidiary Diploma in Business (BTEC)
Who is the course for?
Students who wish to follow a career in Business and are looking for a vocational course of study. This 100% coursework based option will prepare students for a direct route to employment or will provide a progression opportunity to higher education.
Content outline
The BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Business covers 3 core units over 1 year (equivalent to 1 AS level). The Certificate includes the Business Environment, Business Resources and Introduction to Marketing.
The BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Business covers 6 units over 2 years (equivalent to 1 A level). Year 1 consists of the Certificate units outlined above. Year 2 consists of 3 specialist units from a range including Business Communication, Business Accounting and Creative Product Promotion.
Both Certificate and Subsidiary Diploma are available to school leavers with 5 or more GCSEs at grade C or above. Level 2 qualifications such as BTEC First Diploma in Business will also be considered. We do require a grade C or above in English language. You can choose to gain the Certificate in year 1 or carry on to complete the Subsidiary Diploma in year 2.
Method of assessment
Assessment is by coursework assignments. It will be important that students develop their ability to organise themselves and their workload, to complete and hand in work on time.
