BTEC Business will provide you with the opportunity to study a range of business related topics in-depth, such as business finance, personal finance, types of organisation, current external factors and marketing.
You will gain an in-depth understanding of enterprises, as you realise that they are a central part of the modern global society. BTEC Business provides the ability to understand, explain and in act in various types of organisational contexts.
Skills required
- Numerical skills
- Analytical skills
- Application skills
Entry Requirements
- Level 2 Pass in BTEC Business or equivalent
- Grade 4 in English Language
- Grade 4 in Maths
Units studied
Specification – BTEC National Extended Certificate in Business
- Unit 1- Exploring Business (internally assessed coursework)
- Unit 2 – Developing a Marketing Campaign (controlled assessment)
- Unit 3 – Personal and business finance (exam)
- Unit 8 – Recruitment and selection (internally assessed coursework)
Careers
A BTEC in Business will offer a strong pathway to university, employment or an apprenticeship. Whichever pathway you choose to follow after Sixth Form, you will be well equipped with the valuable skills and knowledge to be successful in the Business sector.
- Management
- Marketing
- Finance
- Customer Services
- Human Resources
Enrichment
While studying BTEC Business at Beckfoot Oakbank Sixth Form, you will hear from a variety of guest speakers to give you insight into their local businesses. You will also go on a trip to KPMG and join revision webinars.