Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business

Practical Business Skills | University Pathway | Industry-Focused Diploma

Kickstart your global business journey with a practical, industry-ready Level 3 diploma built for future leaders.

Develop essential skills in marketing, finance, management, and entrepreneurship through practical assignments and real-world projects. This 15-month Level 3 diploma prepares you for university progression and strong early career opportunities.

Overview

This internationally recognized Level 3 qualification introduces students to the fundamentals of business through hands-on learning and applied coursework across core management and commercial functions.

  • Duration: 15 months
  • Mode: Classroom-based with assignment-driven learning
  • Awarding Body: Pearson
  • Structure: 15 units across core and optional business areas
  • Recognition: KHDA approved and internationally recognized

Career Opportunities

Graduates gain the confidence and skillset to start in roles across administration, customer relations, marketing support, finance assistance, and event coordination. The practical nature of the program also helps aspiring entrepreneurs explore and launch their own ventures.

Program Learning Outcomes

Learners build the ability to evaluate business environments, plan campaigns, understand financial principles, manage events, and apply management concepts in real situations. They also develop research, teamwork, communication, and presentation abilities essential for higher academic and workplace success.

What You will learn:

  • Exploring Business
  • Research and Plan a Marketing Campaign
  • Business Finance
  • Managing an Event
  • International Business
  • Principles of Management
  • Business Decision Making
  • Human Resources
  • Team Building in Business
  • Recording Financial Transactions
  • Cost and Management Accounting
  • Visual Merchandising
  • Digital Marketing
  • Pitching for a New Business
  • Branding

The program also introduces learners to modern business tools including Tableau, IBM Watson Discovery, Google Cloud Vision, and Power BI.

Entry Requirements

  • Five International GCSEs with good grades
  • Grade 10 or Year 11 completion
  • BTEC Level 2 qualification
  • Equivalent international qualifications

Assessment & Progression

Coursework

Hands-on assignments, reports, presentations, and role plays that build practical competence and vocational readiness.

Project Work

Unit-based tasks and real-world scenarios that develop research, planning, and analytical thinking.

Academic Pathway

Successful learners progress to undergraduate business degrees or junior-level business opportunities across marketing, finance, HR, and entrepreneurship.

Fill out our online form with academic documents and basic personal information.

Our team will guide you through course fit, scholarships, and top-up options.

Complete payment and visa steps (if applicable) to reserve your seat.

Scholarship

Merit-based and need-based scholarships are available for qualifying students. Reach out to our counselors to check your eligibility and application deadlines.

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What Is a Level 3 Extended Diploma, and How Does It Compare to A-Levels?

What Is a Level 3 Extended Diploma, and How Does It Compare to A-Levels?

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