Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey into the world of Global Logistics? Prepare yourself for a course filled with opportunities, challenges, and the chance to make a global impact. With our comprehensive Level 3 Business & Global Logistics program, you'll gain the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in this dynamic industry.
Our program incorporates hands-on learning experiences such as simulations, industry projects, and work experience with leading logistics companies. You'll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge in real-world scenarios, gain practical skills, and build a strong foundation for your future career.
This mode of study will suit those individuals who mostly enjoy coursework (70%), Exams (30%) and project-based work and can work well independently.
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What will I study?
The Foundation Diploma is completed within one year, whereas the Extended Diploma is completed over two years. Both are Level 3 qualifications. Progression from the first year to the second year will be dependent on attaining grades above a pass in most units and an ability to study at the required level independently.
The Foundation Diploma is made up of six units and will earn between 24 and 84 UCAS points depending on the grade achieved.
The Extended Diploma is made up of thirteen units and earns between 48 and 168 UCAS points depending on the overall grade achieved.
The units you will study in Year 1 are likely to include: Core Units:
- Unit 1 Exploring Business
- Unit 2 Developing a Marketing Campaign
- Unit 3 Personal and Business Finance
- Unit 4 Managing An Event
Optional Units:
- Unit 14 Investigating Customer Services
- Unit 33 Supply Chain
- Unit 23 The English Legal System
- Unit 27 Work Experience in Business
All units are subject to change and may be withdrawn.
The following units in Year 2 are likely to include: Core Units:
- Unit 5 International Business
- Unit 6 Principles of Management
- Unit 7 Business Decision Making
Optional Units:
- Unit 9 Team Building in Business
- Unit 10 Recording Financial Transactions
- Unit 13 Cost and Management Accounting
- Unit 16 Visual Merchandising
- Unit 17 Digital Marketing
- Unit 19 Pitching for a New Business
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Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for you if you are interested in gaining entry to higher education or for those wishing to gain an industry recognised qualification before going into full time employment and wish to gain a Level 3 qualification in Global Business with Logistics.
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How is the course assessed?
A process of continuous assessment involving unit assignments (normally three or four per unit) alongside some external assessments set and marked by Pearson. There are strict deadlines for the completion of these throughout the academic year. Assignments will be assessed both internally and externally in a variety of ways to include presentations; role play; simulations; observations; exams. There is a bias towards written essays, reports and magazine article style submissions.
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Your Study Programme
If you are aged 16-18, you will join a Study Programme.
We will make sure you are working at the right level on your core qualification and are challenged to achieve the highest level of qualification you can. Work experience will be part of your study programme and complement your college study and prepare you for employment. You will also get involved in activities to help you develop life skills and to build your confidence so you can make progress in your career. Weekly timetables will include tutorial support which may comprise of full group activities or one to one sessions to discuss individual progress or support needs.
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General info
Students can purchase a course text book if appropriate.
There will be a UK based trip and a European Trip during the course. You may be able to receive financial support from the college bursary.
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Progression and Career Opportunities
After successful achievement of this course, you can enter employment as this qualification is recognised by employers in industry and particularly in the Logistics area. Many students also apply for courses in Higher Education and certain universities are very keen to offer BTEC students a place on their degree courses with a Merit Grade or above. There may also be the option to take an HNC in Business, Finance & Marketing at Northampton College.
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Entry Requirements for new students
Four GCSEs at grade 9-4 to include English and maths
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Admissions Process
We recommend that you attend one of our exciting open events so that you can look around the department, the college and meet the tutors. You are welcome to do this before or after you apply. These events have proved very successful in ensuring students and their families see the best of what the college has to offer such as our inspirational teaching areas, teachers, library facilities and places to eat.
Once you have applied our experienced Enrolment team will consider your application carefully and will let you know, by email, if the College would like to make you a conditional offer based on you meeting the specified entry requirements. If your predicted grades or career aims suggest that an alternative subject area or course level would be more appropriate for you at this stage, we will contact you either by telephone, email or text. If you have told us that you have some additional support needs we will contact you to find out more so that we can help you.
