Level 3 CTEC Certificate/Extended Certificate in Business

- Certificate after year 1
- Extended Certificate after year 2 equivalent to one A Level

The CTEC Level 3 Business course equips aspiring business professionals with a comprehensive understanding of core business principles and practical skills. It prepares students for successful careers in various business sectors or further education in business-related fields. The course caters to students seeking a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, nurturing well-rounded individuals with the potential to excel in the dynamic world of business. The course provides an exciting opportunity to learn about the latest trends and developments in the business sector.

Units include:

• the business environment
• working in business
• customers and communication
• responsible business practices.

You will gain a thorough understanding of the following key knowledge and skills:

• core business functions, including marketing, finance, human resources, operations, and their interrelationships
• human resource management, involving understand recruitment, selection, performance management, and employee relations
• communication skills, through communicate effectively through written reports, presentations, and professional interactions
• problem-solving, by applying critical thinking to analyse business challenges, identify solutions, and make informed decisions.

Through the course, you will develop key behaviours and attitudes such as; professionalism, through punctuality, meeting deadlines, dressing appropriately, and maintaining a positive work ethic. Organisation, through effective time management, prioritising tasks, and managing workloads efficiently. Adaptability, through learning new technologies, adjusting to changing business environments, and being flexible in your approach. Interpersonal skills, through developing confidence in working with others, presenting, and delivering customer service. Communication Skills, through developing verbal and non verbal communication methods, use and creation of business documentation to industry standards, including the development of digital skills through proficiency in using relevant business software and applications.

You can take part in the Enterprise Academy, Unloc, which supports business knowledge and entrepreneurial skills. You will also be supported to set up your own personal enterprise or business.