Description:
This qualification is ideal for if you want to develop an understanding of the essential skills required to work successfully in a business environment and gives you an understanding of business culture and responsibilities. You will develop the skills required to solve problems, successfully communicate and work effectively with others, giving you the opportunity to learn how to manage and improve your own performance in a business environment.
During your time on the course you will develop:
· An understanding of the essential skills required to work successfully in a business environment
· The skills required to solve problems in a business environment
· An understanding of business culture and responsibilities
· The ability to successfully communicate and work with others in a business environment
· The opportunity to develop the skills required to manage and improve their own performance in a business environment.
Guest speakers, business trips and work placements are also included to enrich your programme of study and prepare you for your next step.
Study Type:
Course Area:
3165
1 Year
Five GCSEs at grade 9-3 including English and Maths, or a full Level 1 qualification with a ‘stepping stone’ English and Maths qualification.
You can progress on to a Level 2 or Level 3 Apprenticeship in Business Administration, Customer Service, Retail Marketing, Finance, or with a Merit profile study the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business.
Availability & Enrolment:
Will I have to pay fees?
School Leavers under the age of 19 do not have to pay fees on any full time courses, though may have to pay for their second year if turning 19 during their studies.
If you’re aged 19 or over you might qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. It’s easy to apply for and you won’t have to pay anything back until you’re earning over £25,000. Find more information on Advanced Learner Loans on our website.
If you are studying a part-time course and you receive one of the following benefits, or you depend financially on someone who does, you may be entitled to have your tuition fees waived:
- Universal Credit
- Income Support
You will, however, have to pay any awarding body/assessment fees (unless you are on a first full level 2 course).
* If you are in receipt of Working Tax Credit or receive other allowances, you may be eligible to claim concessionary rates. If you are entitled to a fee concession you will be asked to provide proof of your entitlement.
It is essential that you inform us if your entitlement changes at any time during your course.
For any questions about fees, remissions and entitlements, please contact our helpful Careers Team on 01329 815 200.