Business BTEC First Diploma

Exam Board EDEXCEL

Course Content

The Edexcel Level 2 BTEC First Diploma is a qualification comprising core and specialist units which has been designed to develop knowledge and understanding and skills needed in the business sector.
The Level 2 BTEC First Diploma in Business consists of three core units plus three specialist units that provide the completed qualification. It is equivalent to 4 GCSEs grades A* - C.

Core units

1. Exploring Business Purposes
2. Developing Customer Relations
3. Investigating Financial Control

Specialist units

4. Business Communication
5. People in Organisations
6. Providing Business and Administration Support
7. Personal Selling
8. Doing Business Online
9. Exploring Business Enterprise*
10. Starting a Small Business*

*Students can study for either Unit 9: exploring business enterprise or Unit 10: starting a small business but not both.

Assessment

The assessment approach of the BTEC course allows students to receive feedback on their progress throughout the course as they provide evidence towards the grading criteria. Evidence for assessment may be generated through a range of diverse activities including assignment and project work, case studies, workplace assessment, role-play and oral presentation. Students are encouraged to take responsibility for their own learning and achievement.

Careers

Students studying the BTEC First Diploma in Business can progress to higher vocational courses or ‘A’ Level courses or it is a good qualification for many types of employment.