Access to Business

Course Overview

The programme is aimed at more mature individuals who have an interest in Business and wish to gain of develop the necessary skills to enhance their employment opportunities. Sufficient credits gained on this programme would enable a student to progress to Higher Education.

All students will study core modules:

Communication Skills
Application of Number
IT
Research Skills
Customer Service Skills
ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence)

And business modules:

Introduction to Marketing
Financial Statements
Financial Forecasting
Business Plan
Performing Market Research
Human Resource Management
Business Law
Negligence
Sex and Race Discrimination
Management

Duration:34 weeks | Qualification: GCS | Level: Level 3

Delivery

Continuous assessment through varied, vocationally relevant assignments. Assessments are designed to prepare learners for higher education or employment. Classroom hours are 17 per week. All Level 3 courses will require considerable additional work outside of classroom time.

Requirements

At least Level 1 in Numeracy and Communication Skills.

Progression

Progression to Higher Education in areas such as Business Studies and Finance. Progression to employment in areas such as Business and Administration.