Level 2 in Business
at Cambridge Regional College, Cambridge · college
What the college says
This course will give you a range of transferable business skills and allows you to specialise in an area of business that interests you. You will be carrying out work experience which will enable you to put your theory into practice and enhance your CV. NB. The Level 2 qualification has moved to the New Generation suite and now includes a range of externally examined units e.g. paper based, online or controlled assessments assessed internally/externally. An opportunity to develop your business awareness e.g. creating new business ideas and how different organisations function communication using oral and written forms such as email, reports, summaries, letters and presentations understanding of the world of business e.g. an ability to read, summarise and communicate key points to various personnel understanding of the purpose and ownership of business e.g. plc, Ltd, charities and how they are marketed plus enterprise and customer service skills English and Maths through either GCSE Pathway or GCSE retake programme English, Maths and IT skills through the vocational assignments employability skills e.g. good interpersonal skills, team working, self-motivation and problem solving compulsory residential visit. A variety of units will be studied during the course. Some examples include Enterprise in the Business World/Finance for Business/Principles of Marketing/Customer Service.
What you need to get on
You will need one of the following qualifications 3 GCSE's at grade 3 (D) or above including English or Maths, or Successful completion of a full Level 1 course.
How you are assessed
Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.
What this level means
The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.
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
Cambridge Regional College
Science Park Campus, King Hedges Road King Hedges Road, Cambridge, CB4 2QT
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Start dates
- 3 September 2026 · Cambridge
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