NCFE Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business
at Hertford Regional College, Ware · college
What the college says
All businesses need enterprising employees to drive their organisations forward to have ideas and initiatives to instigate growth and to ensure that businesses survive in this fast changing world. This business qualification will give you the opportunity to develop your skills in an exciting and challenging environment. This will provide a fantastic progression pathway into a number of roles in an organisation which are transferable into all businesses.As well as moving on into the workplace you could choose to progress on to a Level 3 National Diploma qualification in Business if you have obtained Merit or Distinction grade or Level 3 City and Guilds in Business. Alternatively you can progress to an apprenticeship within the world of business.What makes Business at HRC special? You will work on live briefs from employers You will partner with charities through projects to help support your local community You will work in independent groups to organise and execute projects and business plans You will be taught by lecturers experienced in the Business industry who can share the tips and tricks of the trade with you You will have the opportunity to develop your business pitching skills in a realistic environmentWhat do our students say?"The course was broad enough to help me get a taste of all the different areas in Business and to help me decide what I want to do in the future""I liked working with my classmates to write business plans and pitch ideas to the class. It gave me
What you need to get on
At least 136 GCSE grade points. This should include English and maths at Grade 3 or higher or Functional Skills Level 1 in English and maths. Alternatively if you have successfully completed a full Level 1 Diploma qualification and have English and maths at Grade 3 or Functional Skills Level 1 in English and maths you will be considered for a place on the course.
How you are assessed
One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.
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
Broxbourne Campus
Hertford Regional College Broxbourne Campus, Turnford, EN10 6AE
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Turnford
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