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Business Level 3 Extended Diploma

at Activate Learning, Oxford · other provider

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time£2,573

What the college says

In the Business Level 3 Extended Diploma you will learn about the structure of business organisations and the processes involved in planning, setting up and running a business venture, such as: management and human resources, finance, marketing, basic economics and ethics, and the importance of innovation and creativity in business. An industry placement is incorporated into the framework of the course, which will give you the opportunity to apply knowledge learnt in the classroom to real-life working scenarios. Initially, in year one you will study for a Subsidiary Diploma. Successful students will be invited to study for the Extended Diploma, which they will complete in year two of the course. This course is varied: you could for example develop an idea for a new product or service, draw up a business start-up and implementation plan, present it to investors, sell your product or service, develop a business event, lead a team of people or produce a case study on an ethical business issue. The course gives you highly transferable skills and provides excellent preparation for progression to career opportunities in finance, human resources, marketing and management, or for entry to higher education.. For further information please visit the Actiate Learning Website at https://www.activatelearning.ac.uk

What you need to get on

You will need to have 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths.. For further information please visit the Actiate Learning Website at https://www.activatelearning.ac.uk

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

Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Reading

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