Business Foundation Diploma Level 3 Yr 1 (FCFJ)

The BTEC Extended Diploma in Business offered at South Staffordshire College is a challenging and work related qualification providing learners with an in depth understanding of the operations and structures of businesses and this will also equip leaners with the skills required to succeed in employment or to gain access to university. The course aims to provide the learners with the opportunity to engage with employers and to experience working in industry placements. The course is equivalent to three A levels. There is not a requirement for you to have studied Business before as the core units in the Extended Diploma give the learners an introduction to the four key business functions that are fundamental for the success of a business. The Foundation Diploma is for learners looking to study business as a one-year, full-time business course, with the option to progress to a second year. The course is free for anyone aged 16-18 years. There are no additional costs to the course, other than course trips that maybe organised throughout the year. The course is assessed by a mixture of reports, presentations, discussions, examinations and observation of activities. You will be allocated a career progression tutor who will assist with your development and any pastoral support you need.

In order to complete this course, you will need 4 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above. Two of these GCSE requirements will be Maths and English. Alternatively, you will need a Level 2 Diploma in Business with overall Merit.

The course will allow you to build high level skills such as teamwork, creative thinking and presentation skills. It will also help you develop independent research and study skills essential for success at university. The course will consist of six core and twelve optional/ specialist units that support financial, marketing, human resource management and financial pathways.

Courses are delivered using a range of methods including classroom based exercises, in the workplace or online study

Any specific equipment you are required to have will advised during application/enrolment process

You will be assessed using a variety of different assessment methods

The BTEC Extended diploma gives you the skills and knowledge to progress into a career in the following sectors Business Advisor, Marketing, Accountancy, Events Management, Human Resources, Retail, Bookkeeping. Throughout your time on the course you will be given tasks that are relatable to different industries. You will also be able to take part in talks from guest lecturers from different industries and universities.

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