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  • Course Type School Leaver
  • Subject Area Business
  • Qualification BTEC Introductory Diploma
  • Study Mode: Full Time
  • Course Level Level 1
  • Location The RISE
  • Course Length 1 year
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Previously known as Retail and Customer Services

Overview

Your interest in gaining a job in business, retail or customer service will enable you to make the most of this vocational course, which provides an excellent introduction to the world of work.  

Who is this course for?

Choose this course if you want to develop a range of skills you can use in the retail, customer service or business sector or progress to further study.

What you will study

On this course you will:

  • Use practical, communication and team working skills to increase your business knowledge
  • Learn about businesses in our local area, how to communicate with customers, how to brand a product and how to create effective business presentations
  • Gain work experience
  • Improve your transferable ICT, English and Maths skills
  • Understand and develop the skills and qualities necessary to work in these industries

 

Entry Requirements

You will need four GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including in GCSE English Language and Maths. If you don’t have a grade 4 in English and Maths, you will be required to study for this alongside your course. An interest in gaining a job in the retail, customer service or business is really important.

Assessment

You will have assignments, coursework and will need to sit exams for your English and Maths.

Progression and careers

On completion of this course, you may be able to progress to a Level 2 course, employment or an apprenticeship.

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  • How to apply

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    1) Complete our online application form

    2) Submit your GCSE results or predicted grades

    3) Attend an interview

    4) Receive your offer and enrol

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