Business Studies BTEC Diploma

Course summary

Why take the course? This is a vocational course, which is suitable for those who wish to pursue a career in business or study aspects of business in higher education. It combines practical assignments and activities, with controlled assessments and exams, so is a good choice if you feel you do best with these alternative methods of assessment. It is equivalent to two A Levels. Summary of what is studied (specification) You will study the following units: 1. Investigating Business 2. Planning a Marketing Campaign 3. Business Finance 4. Planning an Event 5. International Business 6. Principles of Management 7. Recruitment and Selection 8. Training and Development Where could this qualification take you? The qualification carries a maximum 112 UCAS points and is recognised by higher education providers for many different courses. Some students have gone on to take Business and Management, Finance or International Management degrees. Some students go straight into work to undertake apprenticeships, training courses or junior business roles.