This vocational course is available to any student, whether or not you have studied Business previously. The Extended Certificate is for learners who are interested in learning about the business sector alongside other fields of study, to progress to a wide range of higher education courses, not necessarily in business-related subjects. If you are looking to enhance your career prospects, want to go on to further study in Business, or want to develop skills and understanding that are directly relevant to the business world, then BTEC The Business course provides learners with an introduction to and understanding of: • The business environment and finance • Marketing and communication • Management of Human resources and Training All these factors are fundamental to the success of business organizations. Learners will develop personal skills in the areas of leadership, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving within a business context. They will also develop skills in accounting, business administration, personal selling, enterprise, recruitment, business start-up, and ICT. This course provides solid and varied business knowledge and is a good preparation for a successful career. It also provides the necessary entry requirements for a wide range of higher education courses including HNDs and degrees. After completing this course learners will find themselves prepared for entry into a range of professions including: • Human Resources • Training • Finance/Banking • Sales • Management and Law • Teaching
4 GCSEs grade 9-1 (or equivalent), including a minimum grade of 4 in English & Maths and a minimum grade of 5 in Business GCSE or equivalent if studied previously.
The BTEC Diploma is equivalent to two A-Levels. You will produce a portfolio of coursework that will be assessed regularly as well as sitting external assessments. A grading scale of Pass, Merit, or Distinction is applied to all units. There is a mixture of assessments within the Diploma in Business course, with 45% of the course being externally assessed. For coursework-based units, students will produce a portfolio of evidence showing that they have met all of the assessment objectives. This will be evidenced through practical assignments, oral presentations/ demonstrations, written reports, and project work. Submission deadlines are set throughout the year. You will need to ensure that you are organized and enjoy spending time working through a range of individual tasks. • Pass is equivalent to an E at A Level • Merit is equivalent to a C at A Level • Distinction is equivalent to an A at A Level • Distinction* is equivalent to an A* at A Level Unit 1 – Exploring Business Internal Coursework based Unit 2 – Developing a Marketing Campaign Externally assessed Controlled Assessment Unit 3 – Personal and Business Finance Externally assessed Examination Unit 4 - Managing an Event Internal Coursework based Unit 5 - International Business Internal Coursework based Unit 6 - Principles of Management Externally assessed Controlled Assessment Unit 8 - Recruitment and Selection Process Internal Coursework-based Unit 21- Training and Development Internal Coursework based
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Ofsted Rating | Requires improvement |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Fulwoods Drive, Milton Keynes, MK6 5LA |
This vocational course is available to any student, whether or not you have studied Business previously. The Extended Certificate is for learners who are interested in learning about the business sector alongside other fields of study, to progress to a wide range of higher education courses, not necessarily in business-related subjects. If you are looking to enhance your career prospects, want to go on to further study in Business, or want to develop skills and understanding that are directly relevant to the business world, then BTEC The Business course provides learners with an introduction to and understanding of: • The business environment and finance • Marketing and communication • Management of Human resources and Training All these factors are fundamental to the success of business organizations. Learners will develop personal skills in the areas of leadership, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving within a business context. They will also develop skills in accounting, business administration, personal selling, enterprise, recruitment, business start-up, and ICT. This course provides solid and varied business knowledge and is a good preparation for a successful career. It also provides the necessary entry requirements for a wide range of higher education courses including HNDs and degrees. After completing this course learners will find themselves prepared for entry into a range of professions including: • Human Resources • Training • Finance/Banking • Sales • Management and Law • Teaching
4 GCSEs grade 9-1 (or equivalent), including a minimum grade of 4 in English & Maths and a minimum grade of 5 in Business GCSE or equivalent if studied previously.
The BTEC Diploma is equivalent to two A-Levels. You will produce a portfolio of coursework that will be assessed regularly as well as sitting external assessments. A grading scale of Pass, Merit, or Distinction is applied to all units. There is a mixture of assessments within the Diploma in Business course, with 45% of the course being externally assessed. For coursework-based units, students will produce a portfolio of evidence showing that they have met all of the assessment objectives. This will be evidenced through practical assignments, oral presentations/ demonstrations, written reports, and project work. Submission deadlines are set throughout the year. You will need to ensure that you are organized and enjoy spending time working through a range of individual tasks. • Pass is equivalent to an E at A Level • Merit is equivalent to a C at A Level • Distinction is equivalent to an A at A Level • Distinction* is equivalent to an A* at A Level Unit 1 – Exploring Business Internal Coursework based Unit 2 – Developing a Marketing Campaign Externally assessed Controlled Assessment Unit 3 – Personal and Business Finance Externally assessed Examination Unit 4 - Managing an Event Internal Coursework based Unit 5 - International Business Internal Coursework based Unit 6 - Principles of Management Externally assessed Controlled Assessment Unit 8 - Recruitment and Selection Process Internal Coursework-based Unit 21- Training and Development Internal Coursework based