BTEC National Level 3 Diploma in Business

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Introduction to BTEC Business

The BTEC National Level 3 Diploma in Business at Sandy Secondary School is equivalent to two A Levels and provides an excellent insight into the world of work over two years of study. Examined by Pearson Edexcel, this qualification offers a sound base for students who wish to continue studying business at university or enter a career in a variety of different business areas.

The course covers seven units spanning the breadth of modern business. Unit 1 explores the purposes, structure, and external environment of different businesses. Unit 2 develops skills in marketing campaign creation, while Unit 3 covers personal and business finance. Unit 4 gives students hands-on experience managing a real business or social enterprise event.

The course also includes Unit 5 on International Business, examining how UK businesses develop strategies to trade globally; Unit 6 on Principles of Management and leadership in the workplace; and Unit 8 on Recruitment and Selection Processes. This variety ensures students develop a comprehensive understanding of how businesses operate.

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Amanda Chinn

Assistant Head of Sixth Form/Curriculum Leader Sociology

AChinn@sandysecondaryschool.com

Assessment Structure

Unit	Assessment Type	Content Focus
Unit 1: Exploring Businesses	Internal	Purposes of businesses, structure, external environment, innovation
Unit 2: Developing a Marketing Campaign	Controlled (External)	Skills and understanding of marketing campaign development
Unit 3: Personal and Business Finance	Exam	Purpose of personal and business finance, financial analysis and preparation
Unit 4: Managing an Event	Internal	Planning, coordinating and managing a business or social enterprise event
Unit 5: International Business	Internal	UK business strategies for global trade and influencing factors
Unit 6: Principles of Management	Controlled (External)	Role of management and leadership in business success
Unit 8: Recruitment and Selection	Internal	How recruitment processes are carried out in business

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Careers and Progression

Over the two years of study, this qualification provides an excellent insight into the world of work as well as a sound base for students who wish to continue studying business at university. The variety of units means students can discover their strengths and choose to specialise in the area that interests them most.

Career pathways span the full breadth of the business world, from human resources and sales to finance, administration, customer service, and event management. The practical, hands-on nature of the course means students develop real-world skills that employers actively seek.

Human Resources (HR Assistant)
Sales and Marketing
Finance (Payroll, Finance Assistant)
Administration and Office Management
Customer Service
Event Management and PR

I thoroughly enjoyed organising an event so much I'm looking into event planning as a degree.

BTEC Business Student BTEC Business Diploma Student

There was so much variety of units... I can now choose to specialise.

BTEC Business Student BTEC Business Diploma Student

Begin Your BTEC Business Journey

Ready to gain real-world business skills? Our BTEC National Diploma in Business at Sandy Secondary School is equivalent to two A Levels, combining practical projects with business theory to prepare you for university or a career in any business sector. Speak with Miss A Chinn to discover your potential.

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BTEC National Level 3 Diploma in Business Introduction to BTEC Business The BTEC National Level 3 Diploma in Business at Sandy Secondary School is equivalent to two A Levels and provides an excellent insight into the world of work over two years of study. Examined by Pearson Edexcel, this qualification offers a sound base for students who wish to continue studying business at university or enter a career in a variety of different business areas. The course covers seven units spanning the breadth of modern business. Unit 1 explores the purposes, structure, and external environment of different businesses. Unit 2 develops skills in marketing campaign creation, while Unit 3 covers personal and business finance. Unit 4 gives students hands-on experience managing a real business or social enterprise event. The course also includes Unit 5 on International Business, examining how UK businesses develop strategies to trade globally; Unit 6 on Principles of Management and leadership in the workplace; and Unit 8 on Recruitment and Selection Processes. This variety ensures students develop a comprehensive understanding of how businesses operate. Assessment Structure Careers and Progression Over the two years of study, this qualification provides an excellent insight into the world of work as well as a sound base for students who wish to continue studying business at university. The variety of units means students can discover their strengths and choose to specialise in the area that interests them most. Career pathways span the full breadth of the business world, from human resources and sales to finance, administration, customer service, and event management. The practical, hands-on nature of the course means students develop real-world skills that employers actively seek.