Curriculum Area: Business and ICT
Business Level Two BTEC Diploma
Who is the course for?
For students who want to study on a practical, work-related one year course that has no traditional examinations. It introduces learners to the skills and knowledge needed to understand how businesses work and operate. It is an excellent foundation for advancing onto level 3 qualifications in a variety of subjects.
Units of Study
To achieve the Diploma learners need to accumulate 60 credits. The qualification consists of four mandatory units (units 1 – 4) plus additional l units that provide for a combined total of 60 credits.
| Unit Number | Unit Name | Number of Credits |
| Unit One | Business Purposes | 5 |
| Unit Two | Business Organisations | 5 |
| Unit Three | Financial Forecasting for Business | 5 |
| Unit Four | People in Organisations | 5 |
| Unit Seven | Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication in Business Contexts | 5 |
| Unit Eight | Business Communication Through Documentation | 5 |
| Unit Eleven | Customer Relations in Business | 10 |
| Unit Twelve | Business Online | 10 |
| Unit Twenty One | Promoting and Branding in Retail Business | 10 |
Methods of Teaching and Learning
This course is taught by well qualified and experienced staff. You learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations.
Enrichment
The course includes visits to local businesses and team building events / and potentially a work experience placement (subject to availability).
Methods of Assessment
This course is assessed by EDEXCEL through practical projects and assignments. All units are assessed by the college and then moderated by another assessor to ensure consistency across all grades.
Resources
The college has excellent ICT facilities and internet access, and you will be completing all your assignments using Office software. In addition, you will have access to text books, case studies, as well as visits to real businesses.
Links with Employers
Assignments are based on real business situations and where possible visits are organised and speakers invited in. It is hoped that we will be able to add in a work experience placement – this is under negotiation.
Progression
This is an excellent course for developing a range of skills needed in either the workplace or for further study. Many students stay in education and progress onto level 3 courses subject to achieving the correct entry requirements.
Entry Requirements
A minimum of 4 GCSE passes at grade D.
Qualification
At the end of the course you should have achieved an Edexcel Level 2 BTEC Diploma in Business. An overall grade, pass, merit or distinction is awarded. This is equivalent to four GCSE’s at C grade, B grade, or an A grade respectively.
Additional Costs
During the course students are charged for printing and there are also costs incurred when privately buying reliable storage devices to back up their electronic files. Students are expected to present their assignments in a printed format and in plastic wallets. In addition, a number of visits may be arranged which may require students to make a contribution towards costs.