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Business - Level 3
Overview
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This course is ideal if you want to develop advanced business knowledge and prepare for university, an apprenticeship or a professional career.
Equivalent to three A Levels, the course gives you a deep understanding of how businesses operate, from marketing and finance to managing projects and analysing performance.
You’ll take part in practical activities, business visits and industry talks, giving you valuable insight into real working environments and helping you build the skills employers are looking for.
After completing the course, you could progress to university, a higher apprenticeship, or careers in areas such as marketing, management, finance, sales or entrepreneurship.
You will study
- Exploring business
- Developing a marketing campaign
- Personal and business finance
- Managing an event
- Visual merchandising
Why study business at West Notts College?
The Eventors
The Eventors is our student event team where you’ll plan and run real events, from fundraising markets to awards ceremonies.
You’ll gain hands-on experience in event management, marketing, budgeting and teamwork, while meeting new people and building confidence. It’s a great way to boost your CV and stand out to future employers.
Entrepreneur in residence
Our Entrepreneur in Residence supports students with big ideas. They work with you to build enterprise skills, creativity and confidence, while sharing real business experience and mentoring future entrepreneurs.
Industry-standard facilities
You’ll study at The Mansfield Ambition Exchange, a modern campus in Mansfield town centre designed for business and innovation.
The centre includes:
- Modern classrooms across two floors
- A learning resource centre
- A dedicated T Level centre
You’ll also have access to dining facilities at Mansfield and Ashfield Sixth Form College, located on the same site.
Real work placements
Work placements are a key part of your course, giving you real experience in the workplace.
Previous students have completed placements with employers such as:
- Arla Construction
- Baggaley & Jenkins Ltd
- Best Grip Tyre
- Cards Direct
- Frasers Group
- Futures
- Harrison Skip Hire
- Just 4 Mortgages Ltd
- News Journal
- Oakmere Golf Club
- Perrys Ford
- Progressive Furnishings.
And many more local employers.
- Entry requirements
This courses is only suitable to 16-18 year olds.
- Five GCSEs at grade 4-9 including English Language and Maths.
If you are not studying a traditional GCSE programme, we accept alternative qualifications like Functional Skills and vocational courses. If you are not planning on sitting GCSE exams, we can also support you with completing an English Language and Maths assessment. Please contact our admissions team for further details:
- 01623 413639
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- Assessment
Assessment is undertaken throughout the course in the form of assignments, presentations and projects.
- Progression
- Skilled Employment
- Higher Level Apprenticeships
- Higher Education (University)*
*To find out how many UCAS points this course carries, and to receive advice on your Higher Education options, please contact the college’s enquiries team on 0808 100 3626 and ask to be transferred to the Head of Department for this subject area. They can provide the most up-to-date information.
As a partner college of Nottingham Trent University (NTU), you may also be eligible for a range of benefits if you choose to progress to NTU after completing your course. For more information, please visit Progress NTU.
- Careers
- Qualifications gained
- BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Business
- EDEXCEL
- Additional costs
At West Notts College, our students benefit from excellent facilities and equipment across all campuses. However, some courses require students to purchase specific tools, equipment, or specialist clothing to fully participate in practical learning.
Visit our kit lists page to see what clothing and equipment you’ll need, and start preparing for your studies in September.
- Studying Business at West Notts College
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Disclaimer
Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the website is correct, some details may be subject to change. West Nottinghamshire College reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.