Business Studies

Course summary

The Extended Diploma is a two-year, full-time course for learners who want to progress to higher education courses in business areas before entering employment. You will study and examine major businesses such as McDonalds, Amazon, Coco-Cola, Apple and Tesco. It is equivalent in size to three A Levels and has been designed as a full two-year programme. Learners who wish to take this qualification will have successfully completed a Level 2 programme of learning with GCSEs or vocational qualifications. 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 age group, who wish to pursue a career in business, primarily via higher education to access graduate entry employment with businesses, or alternatively through junior business employment. It can also support learners who want to progress directly to employment in job roles in business or business management and Higher Apprenticeships in the business sector.