Level 2 in Business

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.

Compulsory residential activities to develop team work and practical skills are an integral part of the course. There is an additional cost of £220 to cover these trips as well as covering costs of day trips or residential and guest speakers. This charge is to be paid at enrolment and is non-refundable. The Learner Support Fund is available and could help assist in paying towards these fees.