Business Studies

Course summary

Why study BTEC Business? The BTEC National in Business offered by Edexcel is a vocational work-related course that is highly relevant in the 21st Century. The course is very popular and oversubscribed in the Sixth Form. The Extended Diploma is equivalent to 3 A Levels. Why you should consider this course: - The purpose of the BTEC Business course is to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals who are able to meet the demands of employers in the business sector and adapt to a constantly changing world. - The qualifications aim to widen access to higher education and enhance the career prospects of those who undertake them. - Employability skills - Cognitive and problem-solving skills: critical thinking, approaching non-routine problems by applying expert and creative solutions, use of systems and digital technology, generating and communicating ideas creatively. - Intra-personal skills: self-management, adaptability and resilience, self- monitoring and self-development, self-analysis and reflection, planning and prioritising. - Interpersonal skills: effective communication and articulation of information, working collaboratively, negotiating and influencing, self-presentation. - Knowledge and academic study skills - Active research skills - Effective writing skills - Analytical skills Course Description: You will learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations and activities. Lessons are delivered in a boardroom-style layout. You will learn about the fundamentals of Business covering the core areas of Marketing, Finance and Human Resource Management. The Extended Diploma is a two-year, full-time course which consists of examinations and coursework units. The BTEC Business course is for learners who want to progress to higher education courses in business areas before entering employment. It can also support learners who want to progress directly to employment in job roles in business or business management and Higher Apprenticeships. The course consists of a combination of theoretical and practical units to help students gain an in-depth understanding of the environment around them.