Business
BUSINESS COURSES FOR 16-19 YEAR OLDS
Business is fast-paced and at the heart of the global economy. Having a business-related qualification will open a wide range of careers across numerous sectors. Our courses balance theory and practice so you will be prepared to succeed in a competitive business environment.
We ensure you acquire relevant skills by working closely with employers to develop industry-tailored programmes. You will learn how organisations operate and what makes a business successful, focusing on areas such as people management, finance, accounting, communication, marketing and administration. We also offer the opportunity to explore starting your own business and gaining the competences required to succeed as an entrepreneur.
We offer over 40 courses at the Knightstone Campus - from Level 1 to degree-level. Our programmes cover a range of topics including management, finance, events management and enterprise, law, customer services, HR and general business, so you can gain knowledge and skills in all the areas you need to be successful.
Accounts/Finance Assistant, Apprenticeship
Launch your career in finance with a nationally recognised Level 2 apprenticeship, designed to build strong…
Business, Extended Certificate
This course offers a broad introduction to the world of business, giving you the chance to explore key areas…
Customer Service Practitioner, Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship is designed to provide you with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the field…
Junior Estate Agent, Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship is designed to provide aspiring individuals with a solid foundation and the essential…
Access to HE Diploma (Business Management)
This exciting new course is designed for people aged 17–18 and over who are eager to build their future in…
Course for 17-18-year-olds
Access to HE Diploma (Business Management)
This exciting new course is designed for people aged 17–18 and over who are eager to build their future in…
Accounts Assistant, Apprenticeship
Take the next step in your finance career with the Level 3 Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship, designed to…
Business Administration, Apprenticeship
A Business Administration apprenticeship provides a practical and hands-on learning experience for…
Business, A Level
A Level Business puts you at the heart of how modern organisations work, helping you understand what drives…
Business, BTEC Extended Diploma
This course gives you an in-depth look at business, covering key areas like management, decision making, and…
Business, Management and Leadership, T Level
Kickstart your business career with this practical course covering finance, management, relationship-building…
Customer Service Specialist, Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship is designed to provide you with the necessary skills and knowledge to progress in the…
Economics, A Level
Economics is more than just numbers and money, it is the study of the world around us from a social,…
HR Support, Apprenticeship
As the business landscape continues to evolve and adapt, the role of Human Resources has become increasingly…
Multi-Channel Marketer, Apprenticeship
If you have a passion for marketing and want to gain practical experience in the field, a Marketing Assistant…
Team Leading/Supervisor, Apprenticeship
This apprenticeship is an opportunity to step into a pivotal role within an organisation, where your…
As a Weston College student you will become part of our exciting new Business Career Excellence Hub. Your study programme will have lots of career boosting benefits, all with the aim of giving you the opportunity to become career ready! This includes unrivalled exposure to employers, enhanced work experience, employer visits and more...
Our Business Career Excellence Hub endorsers include:
Job Roles in the West of England Currently Include:
WHAT OUR PARTNERS SAY...
As an employer we are keen to create different pathways for young people and grow our own talent. Our partnership with Weston College enabled us to make some visible changes in how we approach our succession planning and created some great success stories with more to come in the future.
Victoria Barvenova
Head of Economy, North Somerset Council
OUR BUSINESS VIDEOS
Industry Facts
A career in construction can involve all kinds of settings and skills. It could range from working on building sites for new builds, to renovations, to creating beautifully crafted furniture. Led by experienced professionals, with great links with local employers to help launch your career, our courses are designed to give you the skills that will prepare you for employment.
THE FACILITIES
These study programmes are based in the Knightstone Campus and the Law and Professional Services Academy, both in the town centre of Weston.
- Brand new professional-style boardroom and business suite.
- Fast, free and secure WiFi connection.
- A well-resourced library including e-resources and laptop loan service.
- Access to a large number of PCs.
- Break out areas and collaborative work spaces.
PROGRESSION ROUTES
Once you’ve completed your course, there are several options for you to further develop your skills and knowledge...
If you completed a Level 1 or Level 2 course, you can continue to progress to the next level course. Your tutor will talk you through your options.
We also offer a Construction T Level programme, which is a mixture of college and work-based learning designed to give you the technical skills and workplace experience to kick-start your construction career.
Technical areas of study could include Surveying, design, civil engineering, planning and emerging technologies such as drone surveying and BIM.
An apprenticeship is a fantastic way of entering the construction industry. Not only will you get the opportunity to get your foot in the door with a local or national company, you will also be able to earn while you learn.
Through apprenticeships you will work closely with an experienced tradesperson to develop and practice your skills, all whist receiving the benefits that being a student brings.
We have several degree options on offer at UCW, which will allow you to further develop your knowledge. UCW is rated as Gold in the Teaching Excellence and Student Outcomes Framework, meaning the teaching, learning and opportunities we provide are of the highest quality in Britain.
There are several degree options available in construction, which could lead you on to a career as an architect, site managers, project managers and surveyors. You can find the full UCW course list, here.
LATEST NEWS
<p paraeid="{c513bbb9-660c-417d-94c7-fbae0ed0d06f}{186}" paraid="1958389261">From September 2022, Weston College are welcoming school leavers to study the brand-new Business T Level programme. T Levels offer a mixture of both college and work-based learning which has been designed to give learners the technical skills and workplace experience to kick-start their career. The new programmes are developed in collaboration with employers and providers so that the content meets the needs of the industry. </p>
<p paraeid="{c513bbb9-660c-417d-94c7-fbae0ed0d06f}{196}" paraid="736843707">The two year Business T Level course is the equivalent to three A Levels, and will provide students with an understanding of a broad range of issues relevant to the sector, including; an overview of organisational cultures and values, stakeholders, governance and the impact of organisations on society and the environment; project and change management; business behaviours including communication; quality improvement and compliance in all aspects of public and private sector organisations. </p>
<p paraeid="{c513bbb9-660c-417d-94c7-fbae0ed0d06f}{246}" paraid="127291444">Those joining the college in September will get to experience the brand-new facilities including an industry standard business boardroom with the latest technology and a brand-new workspace. </p>
<p paraeid="{229d2a7d-06cb-4a41-9841-cabd77be49ee}{7}" paraid="1060651400">Employers across the country are recognising how important T Levels are going to be, especially in their plans for developing their future work force. NatWest Bank has pledged their support of the new Business T Level course at Weston College by shaping the curriculum, providing business skills training to students, and highlighting the benefits of employers hosting industry work placements through their regional employer network. </p>
<p paraeid="{229d2a7d-06cb-4a41-9841-cabd77be49ee}{27}" paraid="631591141">NatWest’s support of the Weston College T Level course is aligned to their mission to be a purpose-led bank and champion the potential of people, families, and businesses across the UK, focusing on the areas which can have the biggest positive impacts across society. </p>
<p paraeid="{229d2a7d-06cb-4a41-9841-cabd77be49ee}{41}" paraid="491313287">Elly Rowley, NatWest Regional Ecosystem Manager for the South-West said; “Through partnerships and resources, we are committed to supporting the business success stories of the future and are pleased to be working with Weston College on the introduction of their new Business T Level course.” </p>
<p paraeid="{229d2a7d-06cb-4a41-9841-cabd77be49ee}{49}" paraid="1997028666"> “We look forward to meeting and inspiring these future business leaders and being part of the curriculum through this exciting T Level partnership, which Weston College have been working closely with employers and industry on." </p>
<p paraeid="{229d2a7d-06cb-4a41-9841-cabd77be49ee}{55}" paraid="1868081809">Dave Crew, Head of Business Growth & Employer Partnerships at Weston College said; “T Levels are the future of college-based technical education, and we’re committed to developing our curriculum with employers to create a work-ready pipeline of talent for our region. NatWest are a key partner for the College, and we’re delighted to be working together to create a challenging and engaging programme of skills training for our Business T Level course, as we create the business leaders of the future.” </p>
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<p paraeid="{229d2a7d-06cb-4a41-9841-cabd77be49ee}{77}" paraid="1078019791"><a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/busin…; rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Learn more and apply now for the Business, Management and Leadership T Level.</a> </p>
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<p>Five learners who recently completed their apprenticeships with independent UK law firm Burges Salmon, have received their final grades, achieving a distinction – the highest grade possible.</p>
<p>The five learners, who were all studying a <a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-adults/business-and-m… Administration Level 3</a> apprenticeship with the Bristol based firm, are:</p>
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<li>Jack </li>
<li>Sophie </li>
<li>Lauren </li>
<li>Isobel </li>
<li>Gemma </li>
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<p>Now that they have completed their apprenticeship, they have each gained employment with Burges Salmon, which was recently named ‘Community Engagement Law Firm of the Year’ at the Bristol Law Society Awards 2021 and also this month won CSR Initiative of the Year at The Legal Week British Legal Awards 2021.</p>
<p>Dr Paul Phillips CBE, Principal and Chief Executive of the Weston College Group, says: “This is a fantastic achievement for each of the five apprentices, who have shown their talent and displayed their tremendous attitude by attaining these grades.</p>
<p>“We are so proud that they have all progressed into employment as well, something which isn’t easy in the current climate, and is further proof how impressive they have been, not just in their studies but in their work as well.”</p>
<p>Robert Halton, Chief People Officer at Burges Salmon, adds: “We are really pleased with the performance of our apprentices and the development of apprenticeships on a wider basis is great for the overarching aim of social mobility and educational attainment within the context of the working environment.”</p>
<p>If you’d like to find out more about how we can support your business, you can do so, here: <a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/employers">https://www.weston.ac.uk/employers<…;
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<p>The Enterprise4U final took place on Wednesday 27th March at Weston College. The event is an excellent example of how schools, Weston College and local businesses work together to raise the aspirations of young people.</p>
<p>Over the last few months, teams of young people have been developing ideas for a new business with the support of school staff, business and enterprise consultants Jane Dickson and Bernie Richardson and staff from Weston College. During the final, learners shared their business plans, hosted a trade stand, displayed their prototypes and presented their ideas to a panel of judges. Learners excelled in their presentations and displayed confidence in answering the judge’s questions. Selecting the winners was a difficult decision for the judges and after much deliberation the following prizes were awarded by the Deputy Mayor and Mayoress of Weston-super-Mare, Councillor Martin Williams & Mrs Brenda Charles.</p>
<p>Best Business Plan - <a href="https://worle-school.org.uk/students"><strong>Worle Community School</strong></a><br />
Best Trade Stand - <a href="http://www.churchill-academy.org/"><strong>Churchill Academy</strong></a><br />
Best Presentation - <a href=" http://www.hansprice.org.uk/"><strong>Hans Price Academy</strong></a></p>
<p>Overall winner and winner of the Tony Smith Enterprise Award - <a href="https://pcsa.org.uk/"><strong>Priory Community School</strong></a></p>
<p>All winners received an E4U Trophy and vouchers. The overall winners will also get to visit the <a href="https://www.ucw.ac.uk/">University Centre Weston</a> for a tour of the facilities and to present their business ideas to a Business Lecturer.</p>
<p>Well done to all the learners that took part in the process of E4U. Learners demonstrated commitment, maturity and an in depth passion for the event. The Weston E4U Schools’ Business Challenge showcases the entrepreneurial and business skills of young people in Weston.</p>