Business (Extended) BTEC National Extended Diploma
at Oldham Sixth Form College · sixth form college
What the college says
Our extended diploma is a full time course and is perfect for you if you are focused on developing a career in finance, marketing, event management, recruitment, planning and customer service. You have the opportunity to apply your learning through work experience which you complete during your first year of the course and through planning and managing a real event. One day you will be learning about accounting, where accuracy and number skills are paramount to analyse cash flow, costs and profit. The next day you could be measuring how creativity ensures a product will sell. Our course is incredibly varied and covers the essential skills, such as communication and leadership, which you will need to one day manage or lead a business yourself.
What you need to get on
A minimum of 5 passes (grade 4 or above) at GCSE, including at least a 4 in both English and Maths.
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
Oldham Sixth Form College
Union Street West, Oldham, OL8 1XU
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Oldham
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