Applied Business Level 3 BTEC National Diploma with Accounting and Finance V Level

This pathway will develop the practical knowledge, skills and confidence needed to succeed in the fast-paced world of business and finance. This exciting programme combines the broad understanding of business operations with specialist knowledge of accounting and finance. You will develop practical, industry-relevant skills, as well as valuable transferable skills including communication, teamwork, problem solving and analytical skills.

This L3 pathway is replacing the BTEC Extended Diploma in Business, as per DfE Curriculum Reform.

Business:

• Exploring Business and the Business Environment
• Marketing and Promotional Campaigns
• Personal and Business Finance
• Principles of Management and Leadership
• International Business
• Recruitment and Human Resources
• Managing Events
• Customer Service and Business Operations

Accounting and Finance:

• Financial and Accounting Information
• Budgeting and Financial Planning
• Financial Performance and Decision-Making
• Accounting Principles and Financial Statements
• Ethics and Professional Responsibilities
• Governance and Sustainability in Finance
• Data Analysis and Digital Technologies
• Financial Reporting and Communication

Delivery:

• Classroom teaching and interactive workshops
• Business and financial case studies
• Industry-focused projects
• Independent and collaborative research
• Presentations and professional reports
• Practical business and accounting activities
• Employer engagement and work-related learning opportunities

Assessment:

• Coursework and assignments
• Business reports and presentations
• Project-based assessment
• Externally assessed examinations

5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 including English Language or Mathematics 

Higher Education

• Accounting and Finance

• Business Management

• Marketing

• Economics

• Human Resource Management

Apprenticeships

• Assistant Accountant

• Business Administrator

• Degree Apprenticeships in Business and Finance

Careers

• Accounts/Finance Assistant

• Payroll Administrator

• Marketing Assistant

• Customer Service Executive