Business L3 (National Diploma)

Our National Diploma in Business will give you a solid grounding in business skills and events management, whether you wish to start your own business, progress into higher education or enter employment in the industry. It is the equivalent of 2 A-Levels - potential to achieve 112 UCAS points

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Course Description

What will I study?

Exploring Business In this introductory unit, learners study the purposes of different businesses, their structure, the effect of the external environment, and how they need to be dynamic and innovative to survive.

Developing a Market Campaign Learners will gain skills relating to, and an understanding of, how a market campaign is developed.

Personal and Business Finance Learners study the purpose and importance of personal and business finance. They will develop the skills and knowledge needed to understand, analyse and prepare financial information.

Managing an Event Learners will work as part of a small group to plan, coordinate and manage a business or social enterprise event and evaluate the skills gained.

International Business Learners study how UK businesses develop strategies to trade globally. Learners will also consider the factors that influence the implementation of these strategies.

Principles of Management This unit enables learners to understand how the role of management and leadership in the workplace contributes towards business success.

Plus, 3 optional units that are selected to reflect the skills needed within the local economy.
Entry Requirements
You will need:
- 5 GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including English and maths
Course Length

How long is this course?

2 years

When does this course start?

01/09/2027

How many hours / days per week is this course?

Full-time courses at CWA are generally 3 - 4 days per week (though you may be in for an extra day if you are resitting English and / or Maths). The college day is typically longer than a day at school and students will need to plan their individual study in their free time (including individual study hours which are recorded at college in the Learning Resource Centre or other study areas). Work experience will be a key component of your course and most students will complete a minimum of 60 hours per academic year (on top of their college hours), depending on the course they are studying. CWA has a dedicated team of work placement co-ordinators to support you with this.
Course Fees

* Some of our courses may have additional costs to cover trips, unform and equipment. These costs will be confirmed to you at enrolment.

Fee information

Though this course is free for those aged 16-18, there may be additional costs related to the programme, such as additional equipment and uniform, educational trips and work placement costs. Full details will be sent to applicants before enrolment.

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Information on Fees and Financial Help

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Additional Information

What qualification will I achieve?

BTEC National Diploma in Business (Level 3)