The NCFE Level 1/2 Technical Award in Business and Enterprise is designed for learners who want an introduction to business and enterprise that includes a vocational and project-based element. The qualification will appeal to you if you wish to pursue a career in the business and enterprise sector or progress to further study.
This qualification is appropriate for you if you’re looking to develop a significant core of knowledge and understanding in business and enterprise and it will give you opportunities through employer-led projects to apply your learning. This nationally recognised V Certs qualification is distinct from GCSE Business Studies, as it will encourage you to use knowledge and practical enterprise tools to prepare you for business. You will develop significant personal and vocational business skills that can be transferred to further study or employment.
Throughout the course you will develop an understanding of what it means to be an entrepreneur and how businesses are organised. You will also study marketing, operations management and the influences that affect a business.
Additionally, you will learn about business planning, including research, resource planning and growth. You will develop knowledge of human resources and finance and how they support business and enterprise planning.
You will develop and enhance skills such as:
Gaining a qualification in Business and Enterprise will allow you to progress to variety of sectors which may include: