International Level 3 Diploma in Business
Business plays a role in every part of life. Whether it’s running a shop, managing people, launching products, or analysing finances, understanding how businesses work is a powerful skill.
Course overview
Business plays a role in every part of life. Whether it’s running a shop, managing people, launching products, or analysing finances, understanding how businesses work is a powerful skill. The Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business gives students aged 16+ a practical and complete business education. It’s perfect if you want to go to university or start your career in the business world.
Key highlights of the course
This full-time course takes two years to complete and is equal in size to three A Levels. It gives you a broad and detailed look at the world of business. You will study 15 units, including six mandatory units and several optional ones, allowing you to explore different parts of the business sector.
- Marketing – how businesses attract and keep customers
- Finance – managing money, preparing budgets and understanding accounts
- Human Resources – how businesses hire, train and support staff
- Business Operations – how companies are structured and how they work
- Entrepreneurship – how to start and run your own business
- Business Law and Ethics – understanding rules and responsibilities in business
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How will I study?
You’ll learn through a mix of coursework, practical assignments, case studies and group work. Instead of focusing only on exams, you’ll work on real-life business problems and complete tasks that reflect what people do in real jobs.
This way of learning helps you build important skills such as:
- Teamwork and communication
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Leadership and confidence
- Time management and planning
Some units include a Pearson Set Assignment, which is marked by Pearson to check your understanding.
Where will this course take me?
This qualification prepares you for the next step. You can:
- Apply to university – It carries UCAS points, like A Levels. Popular degree options include Business Management, Marketing, Finance, or International Business.
- Start working – You can go into junior roles such as business admin, marketing assistant, customer service, HR support or events assistant.
- Continue studying – You can choose a BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Diploma (HND), which can lead to a full university degree or professional career.
Conclusion
The Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business is more than just a qualification — it’s a complete foundation for your future in the business world. By combining practical experience with essential theory, it helps you understand how real businesses function and prepares you for the demands of higher education or the workplace.
Whether you dream of launching your own startup, becoming a marketing expert, managing teams, or analysing financial data, this diploma builds the skills and mindset you need.
FAQs
You can:
- Apply to university – It carries UCAS points and is accepted by many universities.
- Start working – In entry-level roles like marketing assistant, HR support, or admin officer.
- Continue studying – By enrolling in a Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business.