Business Studies

Course summary

"This qualification gives leaners experience of the breadth and depth of the sector that will prepare them for further study or training. This includes the opportunity for learners to choose several topics from a selection of options reflecting the progression pathways in business. The learning programme covers the following content areas: - business environments - finance - marketing - international business - management The optional units have been designed to support progression to business courses in higher education, and to link with relevant occupational areas. They cover content areas such as: - human resources - accounting - marketing - law The Pearson BTEC Level 3 national Extended Diploma in Business is an Applied General qualification. It is for post- 16 learners who want to continue their education through applied learning. It is equivalent in size to three A Levels and has been designed as a full two-year programme. The qualification aims to provide a wide-ranging study of the sector. It is primarily designed for learners studying full time in the 16-19 ag group, who wish to pursue a career in business, primarily via higher education to access graduate entry employment with businesses, or alternative through junior business employment. """