Business (BTEC)
The Extended Certificate in Business is tailored for learners interested in understanding the business sector, including business purposes, structures, and the impact of the external environment. Students will develop skills in marketing campaign development, financial management, and accounting principles, with a focus on practical application to real-world business scenarios.
Topic and Module Outline
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Exploring Business (Internal Assessment): Study the fundamentals of business, including types of businesses, stakeholders, and business environments.
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Recruitment and Selection Process (Internal Assessment): Learn how businesses find and hire suitable employees and the recruitment process.
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Developing a Marketing Campaign (External Assessment): Gain knowledge of how to plan and implement marketing campaigns that meet business objectives.
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Personal and Business Finance (External Assessment): Understand the function of money, managing personal finances, and business financial management.
Entry Requirements
Meet SST Sixth Form entry requirements.
For further course information, please see the course directory.
Assessment Structure
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Internally Assessed Assignments: Practical tasks based on work-related scenarios, allowing learners to apply knowledge and skills over time individually or in groups.
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Externally Assessed Tasks: Time-based practical tasks set in controlled, realistic work or higher education scenarios, some with pre-released information.
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Written Exams: Timed written assessments where learners apply their knowledge to workplace challenges, demonstrating understanding and problem-solving skills.
Progression Pathways
The qualification develops cognitive, interpersonal, and intrapersonal employability skills, preparing learners for higher education, business apprenticeships, or entry-level roles in marketing, finance, human resources, and other business-related sectors.
