BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Business
at Laurel Park School, London · school or sixth form
What the college says
This course is designed to prepare students for specific careers in business. This means that you can tailor your studies to your career aspirations and gain relevant skills and knowledge along the way in areas such as Finance, Marketing, Human Resources and Operations Management. Our course really focuses on the vocational aspects of Business so you will find a lot of teaching is based on case studies, application to a variety of different businesses, visiting speakers, role plays and visits to industry. Business vocational education also provides students with broader work-based skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and leadership, which are essential in any career. This qualification is equivalent to 2 A levels.
What you need to get on
There are no subject specific entry requirements. Students need to have an average point score of 3.6. Studying Business at a GCSE level is desirable, but is not essential.
How you are assessed
One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Laurel Park School
56 WILMER WAY, LONDON, N14 7HY
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · LONDON
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