Vocational Pathway
Business Enterprise
An accredited Entry Level 3 pathway for young people aged 16 to 19. Learn how businesses work, develop real enterprise skills and earn a recognised award.
What is Business Enterprise?
The Business Enterprise pathway gives young people a practical introduction to how businesses are started, run and grown. No prior knowledge needed. Just curiosity and a willingness to try.
Learners work through real-world tasks, develop ideas, and build the kind of thinking that employers and colleges value. Communication, planning, problem-solving and resilience.
The pathway is structured and supportive. Every learner works at a pace that suits them, with consistent staff who know them and believe in what they can achieve.
Entry Level 3 Introduction to Business Enterprise
A 12-week vocational programme covering business ideas, understanding customers, budgeting, branding, marketing and teamwork. Learners work towards the Entry Level Award in Enterprise Skills (Entry 3) (RQF).
Entry Level Award in Enterprise Skills (Entry 3) (RQF)
Module 01
Exploring Enterprise
What is enterprise and why does it matter? Learners explore what it means to be enterprising, look at real examples of enterprise activity and begin to develop their own enterprising mindset.
What learners gain
- Entry Level Award in Enterprise Skills (Entry 3) (RQF)
- Practical knowledge of how businesses are started, run and promoted
- Confidence to communicate and present ideas to others
- Skills in planning, problem-solving and working as part of a team
- A clear foundation for further learning, training or employment
We welcome in-year placements. Contact us to discuss availability and the most suitable starting point for your learner.
The learner journey
Three terms. One clear progression.
Term 1
Re-engagement and Personal Development
12 weeks
Term 2
Vocational Pathways
Entry Level 3 Introduction to Business Enterprise
Level 1 Creative Arts
Term 3
Employability and Skills
12 weeks
We welcome in-year placements. Contact us to discuss availability and the most suitable starting point for your learner.
Beyond the Classroom supports wellbeing, life skills and personal development throughout all three terms.
Refer a young person
If you work with a young person who would benefit from this pathway, we would welcome a conversation.