LEVEL 3 BTEC
BTEC Business
Business BTEC develops your understanding of how organisations operate and succeed in today’s competitive world.
Gain hands-on experience in planning, marketing and decision-making while building the confidence and practical skills needed to thrive in business and beyond.
You arrive as you are, and you’re celebrated for it. You leave ready to take on the world.
— Sixth Form student
Why Choose Business at St Paul’s?
Business is designed for students who want to turn ideas into action and develop the knowledge, creativity and confidence to make an impact.
Learn by doing: Apply your knowledge through real projects, case studies and presentations that mirror professional practice.
Build practical expertise: Strengthen your communication, leadership and problem-solving skills — qualities valued by employers and universities alike.
Be inspired by professionals: Learn from experienced teachers and guest speakers who bring real business insight into the classroom.
Collaborate and grow: Join a supportive environment that values teamwork, initiative and independent thinking.
Plan your next step: Whether you choose university, an apprenticeship or your own enterprise, the course prepares you to move forward with confidence.
Where Business Can Take You
With a strong mix of practical experience and commercial understanding, Business BTEC students progress into diverse futures, from university courses in management and marketing to careers in finance, entrepreneurship and beyond.
I thought about leaving, but I realised no one else would care about me the way St Paul’s does. Here, I’m not starting over, I’m moving forward.
— Student Name
What You’ll Study
Thank you for your interest in Business BTEC at St Paul’s. Our team of enthusiastic and experienced teachers are here to help you develop the skills, confidence and understanding to succeed in this fast-moving subject.
If you have any questions about studying Business BTEC or where it can take you, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
- Exploring Business
- Developing a Marketing Campaign
- Personal and Business Finance
- Managing an Event
- International Business
- Principles of Marketing
Full details of the course can be found in the exam board’s official Edexcel specification.
You arrive as you are, and you’re celebrated for it. You leave ready to take on the world.
— Sixth Form student
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Entry Requirements
This course does not have additional entry requirements beyond our standard entry requirements.
These requirements are in place to help set you up for success and make sure you have the right foundation to enjoy the challenge of Sixth Form study.
I thought about leaving, but I realised no one else would care about me the way St Paul’s does. Here, I’m not starting over, I’m moving forward.
— Student Name
Hear From Our Students
I do BTEC business because I am really intrigued about the subject, and it links well with my economics when looking at the external environment and the impact on Business such as interest rates and inflation.
The BTEC course allows me to combine coursework with controlled assessment, looking at how Businesses operate and for unit 27 I could combine my work experience placement with the coursework.
Dr S Saaka
SUBJECT LEADER FOR BUSINESS
Thank you so much for your interest in Business as one of your BTECs. We have a fabulous team of energetic and enthusiastic specialists at St Paul’s ready to support you on your journey.
Should you have any questions at all about Business, or the possible career paths beyond College, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Send me a message
We’d love to hear from you, whether you want to talk about subject choices, entry requirements, or your future career ideas.
Are you ready to develop real-world skills, unlock your potential, and turn your ideas into success?
Start your Business journey at St Paul’s.
Whatever course you choose, you’ll be joining a community where every student is known and loved. Our mission is not just to help you succeed academically, but to help you grow as a person, supported and celebrated every step of the way.
BTEC BusinessCourse Content
The world of business is vast and challenging, this course takes you through how to navigate and learn the fundamental skills and theories needed for success in business.
Course Content:
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Mandatory |
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In this unit you will:
A: Explore the features of different businesses and analyse what makes them successful.
B: Investigate how businesses are organised.
C: Examine the environment in which businesses operate.
D: Examine business markets.
E: Investigate the role and contribution of innovation and enterprise to business success.
| UNIT 2Developing a Marketing Campaign | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Controlled Assessment |
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90 |
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Mandatory |
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In this unit you will:
A: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of marketing principles, concepts, processes, key terms, data sources and definitions.
B: Analyse marketing information and data, demonstrating the ability to interpret the potential impact and influence on marketing campaigns.
C: Evaluate evidence to make informed judgements about how a marketing campaign should be planned, developed and adapted in light of changing circumstances.
D: Be able to develop a marketing campaign with appropriate justification, synthesising ideas and evidence from several sources to support arguments.
| UNIT 3Personal and Business Finance | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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120 |
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Optional |
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In this unit you will:
A: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of business and personal finance principles,
concepts, key terms, functions and theories.
Marks: ranges from 1 to 4 marks
B: Apply knowledge and understanding of financial issues and accounting processes to real-life
business and personal scenarios
Marks: ranges from 2 to 12 marks
C: Analyse business and personal financial information and data, demonstrating the ability to
interpret the potential impact and outcome in context
Marks: ranges from 6 to 12 marks
D: Evaluate how financial information and data can be used, and interrelate, in order to justify
conclusions related to business and personal finance
Marks: ranges from 6 to 12 marks
| UNIT 4Managing an Event | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Optional |
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In this unit you will:
A: Explore the role of an event organiser.
B: Investigate the feasibility of a proposed event.
C: Develop a detailed plan for a business or social enterprise event.
D: Stage and manage a business or social enterprise event.
E: Reflect on the running of the event and evaluate own skills development.
| UNIT 5International Business | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Optional |
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In this unit you will:
A: Explore the international context for business operations
B: Investigate the international economic environment in which business operates
C: Investigate the external factors that influence international businesses
D: Investigate the cultural factors that influence international businesses
E: Examine the strategic and operational approaches to developing international trade.
| UNIT 6Principles of Marketing | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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In this unit you will:
A: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of management and leadership principles, concepts, key terms, functions and theories
B: Apply knowledge and understanding of management and leadership issues to real-life business scenarios
C: Analyse and evaluate management information and data, demonstrating the ability to interpret the potential impact and influence on business effectiveness in context
D: Be able to recommend management and leadership proposals in context with appropriate justification, using a range of evidence to support arguments
