Global Recognition

• United Kingdom: Extended Diploma (1080 GLH) is equivalent in size to three A Levels and is accepted by many universities for direct entry to undergraduate study.
• Middle East: Often recognised as equivalent to the final year of high school in business-related vocational pathways and used for university admission.
• Europe & Turkey: Recognised by many universities and private institutions for international admission and pathway programs in business and management.
• Global: Used for progression to higher education in Europe, North America, Australia and Asia and for entry-level business roles in multiple sectors.

Units of Study

The qualification is unit based. Learners complete a combination of mandatory and optional units depending on the chosen size of the qualification, allowing flexibility and specialisation in different business areas.

Examples of Mandatory Units

Unit Title	Type	GLH
Exploring Business	Mandatory	90
Developing a Marketing Campaign	Mandatory	90
Personal and Business Finance	Mandatory	120
Managing an Event	Mandatory	90
International Business	Mandatory	90
Principles of Management	Mandatory	120
Business Decision Making	Mandatory	120

Examples of Optional Units

Unit Title	Type	GLH
Market Research	Optional	60
Creative Promotion	Optional	60
Digital Marketing	Optional	60
Customer Service	Optional	60
Team Building in Business	Optional	60
Training and Development	Optional	60
Business Ethics	Optional	60
Recruitment and Selection Process	Optional	60

The final list of units delivered by ABC Horizon can be tailored to match learner goals and international labour market demands while staying within Pearson rules and quality standards.

Career Opportunities

The Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Business qualification prepares learners for a wide range of entry-level business roles and helps them build the skills that global employers value.

• Business administration and office support
• Marketing and digital marketing assistant roles
• Customer service and client relations
• Human resources support positions
• Sales and account coordination
• Logistics, operations and coordination roles
• Entrepreneurship and small business start-up support

Many learners also use this qualification as a first step toward higher education and then move into management, consulting or specialist business careers in different countries.

Mode of Delivery and Assessment

Assessment

This qualification uses continuous, coursework-based assessment. There are no external written exam papers. Learners are assessed through:

• Written assignments and business reports
• Case studies and research tasks
• Presentations and pitches
• Group projects and business simulations
• Practical and scenario-based activities

All work is marked using Pearson grading criteria at Pass, Merit and Distinction levels and is subject to internal and external quality assurance.

Mode of Delivery

• Onsite at ABC Horizon: Classroom-based learning with workshops and projects.
• Online: Live online sessions and guided independent study with digital resources.
• Blended: A combination of onsite classes and online activities for maximum flexibility.

Academic Progression

After completing the Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Business, learners can progress to a wide range of academic and professional opportunities worldwide.

Higher Education

• BTEC Higher Nationals (HNC and HND) in Business or related fields
• Undergraduate degrees in:
  • Business management
  • Marketing and digital marketing
  • Human resources management
  • Finance and accounting
  • International business
  • Logistics and supply chain management

Professional Recognition

Learners who complete the Pearson BTEC International Level 3 in Business are eligible for Foundation Chartered Manager status from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). This is a valuable professional mark for those who plan to grow into management and leadership roles in international organisations. >