The course will qualify you for a wide range of jobs as you will develop transferable skills which can be used in any one of the many businesses on the south coast. Previous students have found employment in areas as diverse as retail, leisure and creative industries, although a growing number are choosing to progress onto the next stage with a Level 3 course. The course is suitable for students considering continuing on to Business at Level 3 BTEC or A level.
TOPICS COVERED
BTEC SINGLE (4 units)
• Introduction to business
• Finance for business
• Enterprise in the business world
• Promoting a brand
Courses Available
BTEC Level 2 Award in Business
Assessment
75% coursework 25% online assessment
Enquiries To
Simon Waters: sww@varndean.ac.uk
Course | General GCSE Grade minimum entry requirements |
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IB Diploma or 4 A levels | A mixture of at least 7 GCSEs at Grades 9 – 6 including English, Maths and Science. |
3 A Levels | A mixture of at least 6 GCSEs at Grades 9 – 4 including English. |
A mixed programme at Level 3, to include at least one vocational course | A mixture of at least 5 GCSEs at Grades 9 – 4 including English. |
Foundation Level (Level 2) | At least 4 GCSEs at Grade 3, including English. At least one GCSE should be at Grade 4 or above. |
Any student who has not achieved a grade 4 or C in GCSE English and/or Maths must include further study of these subjects in their programme. |