Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Business
Application options
Stratford-upon-Avon College
Sept-2027
Various
TBC
N/A for 16-18 year old
Full Time
Where will this course lead?
On successful completion on this one-year course you can progress onto the second year, the Level 3 extended diploma in Business. Alternatively, you could choose a different Level 3 course at Stratford college or go onto an apprenticeship or employment.
What will I study?
In your first year you will study 6 units, 2 of which will have external assessments (Exams)
The units you will complete on this course are:
Exploring Business
Recruitment & selection
Managing an Event
Investigating customer service
Personal & business finance (Exam)
Developing a marketing campaign (Exam)
Frequently asked questions
You will need 5 GCSEs at 4/5 (or C) grade or above which must include maths and English, or a Level 2 qualification at merit or above, with GCSE English and maths at grade 4/5 (or C) or above.
The Level 3 foundation diploma at level 3 is both a theoretical and a practical course and will be delivered through a range of teaching methods including lectures, presentations, case studies, guest speakers, workshops, exams & external trips. The lecturers are highly experienced with many years working in industry and some owning and running their own businesses. All classrooms have state of the art facilities including interactive whiteboards, computers, and video link software.
BTEC Foundation Diploma in Business (1 year)
You will be studying via a variety of assessment methods including role plays, interviews, presentations, written reports, posters, reports, and leaflets.
You will be working on assignment briefs designed by expert tutors, using employer's feedback to ensure the content is up to date.
You will be interviewed by a member of the course team, and you will be expected to bring a reference.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business (Year 2)
Other Level 3 qualifications
Apprenticeships
Employment
You will need to be dressed formally every day on this course. We promote work readiness on this course and whilst we do not enforce a uniform there is an expectation that you will be dressed smartly during your lesson time at college. This will be discussed at length during interview.
