The Diploma is for learners who are interested in learning about the business sector alongside other fields of study, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses, not necessarily in business-related subjects. It allows students to develop understanding of the real business environment, applying theory to reality. Mandatory units of study are: 1. Exploring Business 2. Developing a Marketing Campaign 3. Person and Business Finance 4. Managing an Event 5. International Business 6. Principles of Management Optional units: 8. Recruitment and Selection 14. Investigating Customer Service
To be accepted onto this course, you will need a good attendance and punctuality record, and have a profile of at least 5 GCSEs at grade 4, or have successfully passed the BTEC Tech Award at Level 2. It is not a requirement that you have studied Business Studies before, but you should also have an interest in exploring the world of business in a highly practical way.
There are a total of 8 units to complete over a 2 year period; there are 6 mandatory units and 2 optional; 3 out of the 6 mandatory units are externally assessed by Edexcel, 2 of which are coursework tasks and the other is an examination.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Habberley Road, Kidderminster, DY11 5PQ |
The Diploma is for learners who are interested in learning about the business sector alongside other fields of study, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses, not necessarily in business-related subjects. It allows students to develop understanding of the real business environment, applying theory to reality. Mandatory units of study are: 1. Exploring Business 2. Developing a Marketing Campaign 3. Person and Business Finance 4. Managing an Event 5. International Business 6. Principles of Management Optional units: 8. Recruitment and Selection 14. Investigating Customer Service
To be accepted onto this course, you will need a good attendance and punctuality record, and have a profile of at least 5 GCSEs at grade 4, or have successfully passed the BTEC Tech Award at Level 2. It is not a requirement that you have studied Business Studies before, but you should also have an interest in exploring the world of business in a highly practical way.
There are a total of 8 units to complete over a 2 year period; there are 6 mandatory units and 2 optional; 3 out of the 6 mandatory units are externally assessed by Edexcel, 2 of which are coursework tasks and the other is an examination.