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Extended Diploma in Business – Level 3
Course overview
This technical course is designed to provide a highly specialist, work-related qualification in a range of vocational sectors including finance, marketing and human resources.
This course will give you the knowledge, understanding and skills to be successful in business. The mandatory units, all of which are fundamental to business success cover the business environment, marketing, international business, and business accounting. You will also have the opportunity to study a range of specialist units, selected to prepare you for work. These include communications, finance, customer service, market research, teamwork, event management and recruitment, ethics and many more.
Careers in Business
Explore Business
Business students will be based within the main College campus, accessing our specialist classrooms to prepare for a career in an office based environment, completing a portfolio of work and gaining experience for progression into a range of business roles such as management, human resources, finance and marketing.
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Additional Information
We understand students may require a little extra help during their studies, which is why our learning support team are on hand to help learners with a learning difficulty or support need to achieve their full potential.
Whatever your age or level of study, we offer a comprehensive support service and bursary scheme to help you through your studies. From childcare assistance to travel packages, we pride ourselves on giving expert advice and support.
We are situated in a fantastic location, just a stone's throw from Middlesbrough town centre. As well as being a matter of minutes from both the train and bus stations, eligible students can also benefit from free travel.