Our broad range of courses in business and management allow our learners to undertake courses for beginners through to professional training. Our courses are delivered by experienced business professionals who adapt the training to meet the dynamic needs of a business environment.
Business Management and Administration
Who are Leicester College’s business courses for?
The level you study will depend on your previous experience and qualifications. If you are aged 16 to 19 and don’t yet have your English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above, these subjects will be an essential part of your study programme. All courses are designed to give you the skills and knowledge needed to work in the business industry.
Some of the modules you may study with us include: business administration, business environment, finance, marketing, communications, career development, and retail. Higher-level courses go into more depth on these modules and bring together the practical and theoretical elements of management.
Peter Jones Enterprise Academy
The Peter Jones Enterprise Academy was set up by Peter Jones CBE – entrepreneur and star of the BBC Dragon’s Den programme. We have two level 3 courses on offer at the Peter Jones Enterprise Academy. The qualifications on offer focus entirely on furthering the aspirations of young entrepreneurs aged 16 and over, who have the determination to turn their ideas into reality and start their own businesses. You will be taught by tutors with rich business experience, and have the opportunity to work on real life business challenges. You will undertake a four-week work placement specific to your business and career aspirations.You will also have the opportunity to pitch your business idea to a panel of investors.
Further Information
We work closely with local and regional businesses to arrange master classes and work experience opportunities for our learners. This really helps you to know what the industry is actually like.
Jake Naylor
Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Peter Jones Extended Diploma
'It has been some of the best years of my life at the Academy'.
Read MoreBTEC Foundation in Business and Retail – P00276
Course Code: P00276
Key Information
- Start Date 09 Sep 2024
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Study Hours
Full Time
- Duration 1 year
- Campus Abbey Park Campus
Build a knowledge of information and skills to help you start your career in business and retail. Our course will help you learn about marketing, events and finance. You will develop personal skills along with the principles and practices which come with working in this industry.
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Marketing – P00317
Course Code: P00317
Key Information
- Start Date 09 Sep 2024
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Study Hours
Full Time
- Duration 2 years
- Campus St Margaret's Campus
Unlock your potential in the dynamic and varied world of marketing, and stand out in a competitive job market with our Extended Diploma. Whether you aspire to become a marketing manager, social media strategist, or market analyst, this diploma is your gateway to a successful and fulfilling career in marketing.
Business and Law AIM Extended Certificate Level 2 – P00293
Course Code: P00293
Key Information
- Start Date 09 Sep 2024
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Study Hours
Full Time
- Duration 1 year
- Campus St Margaret's Campus
Prepare yourself for a career in law with this exciting level 2 course, designed to give you the foundation knowledge of the law and business environment. Upon completion, you can progress onto a level 3 courses in business and law, or go straight into an apprenticeship or employment in various areas.
Business BTEC Extended Certificate level 3 – P00256
Course Code: P00256
Key Information
- Start Date 09 Sep 2024
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Study Hours
Full Time
- Duration 1 year
- Campus Abbey Park Campus
Build your knowledge of business to kick-start your career in this industry. Our course will teach you different aspects of the business world including how to develop a marketing plan and managing finances. You will open up your employment opportunities by studying a wide range of business subjects and completing an industry relevant work placement.
Business BTEC Introductory Diploma level 1 – P00255
Course Code: P00255
Key Information
- Start Date 09 Sep 2024
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Study Hours
Full Time
- Duration 1 year
- Campus Abbey Park Campus
Are you interested in Business as a career? Do you want to learn the skills that a Business Administrator would use on a daily basis. If the answer is yes then this is definitely the right course for you. During the course you will develop a range of personal and employability skills alongside gaining your […]
Business Diploma level 3 – P00275
Course Code: P00275
Key Information
- Start Date 09 Sep 2024
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Study Hours
Full Time
- Duration 1 year
- Campus Abbey Park Campus
Progress into the world of business with this diverse programme covering the essential areas; from the principals of management to international business, visual merchandising and managing business events. Upon completion you can go into full time employment, higher level study, an apprenticeship programme or even start your own enterprise.
Business Enterprise (Peter Jones) BTEC National Foundation Diploma level 3 – P00318
Course Code: P00318
Key Information
- Start Date 09 Sep 2024
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Study Hours
Full Time
- Campus St Margaret's Campus
Designed to provide you with key skills needed for personal development and progression in the world of employment, you will learn everything from developing a marketing campaign to managing personal finances and even running your own business. From this course you can progress onto our extended diploma or apply for an apprenticeship.
Business Extended Certificate level 2 – P00364
Course Code: P00364
Key Information
- Start Date 09 Sep 2024
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Study Hours
Full Time
- Duration 6 weeks
- Campus Abbey Park Campus
This course is designed for learners to get a good understanding of the business environment and will cover topics ranging from customer service to marketing and will therefore involve role plays in our realistic working environment to give you a taste of a real working environment. You will also be looking at how businesses work […]
Business Studies Access to Higher Education Diploma level 3 – P00383
Course Code: P00383
Key Information
- Start Date 09 Sep 2024
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Study Hours
Full Time
- Duration 1 year
- Campus Abbey Park Campus
This is an excellent course option for you if you want to move on to gain a higher education qualification in a business-related subject. You will learn a broad range of topics ranging from management to marketing which will equip you with the knowledge to study at a higher education level.