BTEC First Diploma in Business
The BTEC First Diploma is equivalent to four GCSEs grades A*– C.
The BTEC First Diploma is a practical, work-related course. Students learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands.
This level 2 course is especially suitable for anyone interested in a career in the business world e.g. accountancy, administration, financial services, marketing or sales. It provides a broad background in a range of business related topics and trains you in the basic knowledge and skills for a career in the business or commercial world.
It introduces learners to particular areas of employment area and provides a good basis to go on to either further academic study or a career in industry.
Course Structure
The course is made up of six units; three core units provide a general foundation and three specialist units introduce learners to particular topics in more depth.
The course is designed to provide you with a good insight into the operation of business. You will cover the following six modules;
• Investigating how a business works
• How businesses develop
• Finance in business
• Customer Service
• Administrative systems
• People & organisations