Level 3 Business
Subject Area
Business & Professional
Student Type
Students aged 16-18
Study Mode
Full Time
What is the course about?
Have you considered entering the thriving world of business? Whether you dream of creating your own brand, going into HR, or becoming a sales professional, this broad course will equip you with the skills you need to succeed.
The course will give you a broad understanding of the different areas of business and marks your first step towards gaining a nationally recognised qualification. This exciting course will help you on your journey to employment, often via the steppingstone of higher education. The course will teach you about all aspects of business, covering finance and accounting, marketing and branding, employment law, recruitment and selection processes, and managing events.
Why should I choose the course?
Studying business will equip you with a wide range of transferable skills which can be applied to a huge variety of sectors. Whether you wish to become self-employed, enter the world of finance or go into marketing, this business course will help you achieve your career goal. Throughout this course you will examine the key issues businesses face and learn how to apply your knowledge to different challenges. As part of the course, you will also have the opportunity to take part in organised overseas and UK trips to places such as Berlin, New York, Liverpool, and Manchester.
What will I learn?
This dynamic and wide-ranging course will prepare you for the exhilarating world of business. You will learn about the business culture and environment, including how to communicate in a business context, as well as how to develop teams and manage business finance. You will also receive an introduction to visual merchandising and business ethics. You will be assessed through coursework, which can include written assignments, projects, analysis of case studies, and presentations.er.
What will the course lead on to?
After successfully completing this course, you could progress on to a university course in business and management, business studies, or international management. Alternatively, you could secure a higher apprenticeship to gain valuable experience whilst earning a wage. You could then move into employment in junior business roles within marketing, administration, finance, events management, or human resources.
Are there any links with industry and university?
This course benefits from excellent employer links, which will enhance your learning and support you in gaining work placements. Work placements are a vital part of the course and will give you valuable experience and contacts ready for when you begin your career journey. Past students have completed work placements with the NHS Clinical Commissioning Group, Advance Solutions Pty Ltd, Warrington Borough Council accounts department, and KLS Law Solicitors. We also invite leading industry professionals into the college to deliver guest lecturers and demonstrations, providing fascinating insight into the real world of business.
What support is available?
We have a team of staff dedicated to providing learning support if required, as well as a Welfare Team that is on hand to offer guidance, support and help when needed. Additionally, eligible students can access a wide range of finance and funding support to help them during their time at college.
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Why should I choose to study the course at Warrington & Vale Royal College?
Studying business with us will give you the skills and knowledge to work in any sector of business whether it’s global companies, charities, or local councils.
During your time at the college, you will have the opportunity to take part in activities that will enrich your time here alongside your course. You can actively participate in activities to boost your skills in equality and diversity, confidence, leadership, teamwork, health and wellbeing, and self-motivation, which can all help to enhance your employability.
Our current students thoroughly enjoy their time here; in the latest student survey results, we found that 100% of our learners agreed that the teaching on the course is good and teachers have high expectations. On this course will be taught by business tutors who are highly qualified subject specialists, offering both academic excellence and industry experience.
What are the entry requirements?
You will need a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and/or maths, or you will have needed to have successfully completed a level 2 course. If you have not already achieved a grade 4 in your GCSE English or maths and you wish to study at level 3, you will be required to work towards achieving this as part of your qualification.
Are there any additional costs associated with the course?
There may be some additional costs associated with this course, as you will be expected to possess your own portable storage device to help with your studies. There may also be some additional expenditure associated with trips and visits.
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