Extended Certificate in Business
| Study Level | Level 3 |
| Duration | 2 Academic Years |
| Study Mode | Full-time |
| Start Date | September 2025 |
Business Enterprise
Qualification Gained: Edexcel BTEC Introductory Award in Business
Study LevelLevel 1 Course TypeSchool Leavers Duration35 Weeks Start DateSeptember 2025 Study ModeFull-time LocationAdvanced Technology CentreOverview
This course helps you learn how to start your own small business! If you’ve ever wanted to sell something, run a shop, or be your own boss, this course is a great place to start. You’ll learn important things like:
How to make a plan for your business
How to handle money and make a budget
How to be kind and helpful to customers
Skills you need to run a business
You’ll even get to come up with your own business idea and share it with others- just like a real business owner! There’s also a special part of the course to help you think about what you want to do in the future and how to reach your goals. It’s a great way to start your journey into the world of business.
Key Info
- What is Enterprise? Learn what it means to start your own business and what makes a great business owner.
- Planning a Business: Find out how to make a simple plan for your business, like setting goals and knowing what you need.
- Money Skills: Learn how to use money wisely—like how to set prices, make a budget, and keep costs low.
- Helping Customers: Discover why being nice and helpful to customers is super important.
- Business Skills: Practice working with others, solving problems, and talking clearly—skills that help any business grow.
- Doing the Right Thing: Learn how to run a business in a fair and honest way.
You will need to complete: Developing a Personal Progression Plan: Helps you plan and develop your personal and professional goals in the business world.
And you can choose one of the following:
- Finding Out About Businesses in Your Area – Investigate different types of businesses operating locally. Learn how they are structured, what products or services they offer, and how they serve their customers. This unit helps you understand the local business landscape and identify opportunities or gaps in the market.
- Contributing to Running an Event – Take part in planning and delivering a small-scale event, such as a fundraiser or promotional activity. You’ll gain experience in teamwork, time management, and customer interaction.
- Communicating with Customers – Understand how to communicate effectively with customers in person, over the phone, and in writing. You’ll practise handling enquiries, giving information, and resolving complaints professionally.
- Developing Routine Office Administration Skills – Gain practical experience in everyday office tasks such as filing, data entry, using office equipment, and handling mail. This unit prepares you for administrative roles in a business setting.
You’ll be assessed in various ways to ensure you understand and can apply what you’ve learned:
• Coursework: Written assignments and projects.
• Assignments: Practical tasks based on real-world scenarios.
• Presentations: Opportunities to present your business ideas and findings.
Completing the Level 1 Business Enterprise course can lead to a Level 2 Business or Enterprise course or an Apprenticeships in Business Administration or Customer Service. It can also lead to entry-level roles such as:
- Business Support Assistant
- Retail Assistant
- Junior Office Assistant
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact [email protected]
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