Course Code: B2RETF

Type: Full Time

Entry Requirements

• Four GCSEs at grade D or above, including English and mathematics or equivalent

or

• Successful completion of a Foundation Learning course, in a related subject, including English and mathematics
• A good school report showing good attendance and behaviour.

Who is the course for

For students looking to progress from either a level 1 or level 2 qualification onto a level 2 or level 3 qualification respectively that have a passion for both business and/or retail. Learners may either have a desire to work in retail or for a particular retail organisation or be currently working part time or have previous experience of working in retail.

Course Content

Students must study a number of business units including:

Core units:

• Business purposes
• Business organisations
• Customer relations
• Promoting and branding in retail business

Plus other units including:

• Retail knowledge
• Retail security
• Visual merchandising
• Fashion retail

Students will also study Level 2 Functional Skills in:

• English

Study Methods

Lectures, workshops and assignments.

How is the course assessed

Unit assignments - pass, merit or distinction

Where next - Further Studies

Successful completion of level 2 can allow learners to progress onto either further study at level 3 on either general business or business and retail or possibly undertake a level 3 apprenticeship.

Where next - Job Opportunities

Successful completion of the qualification provides learners with evidence of appropriate understanding at either level 2 or level 3 in both general business and retail specific subjects which can be utilised with in the work place. These may include opportunities at level 2 for customer service, stock control, administration and visual merchandising.

More Information

For more information, please contact our Information, Advice & Guidance team on 01895 853333 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

How to Apply

To apply for a course choose one of these methods:

• Online - click the Apply Now button, fill out the form and submit
• Post - download an application form here , or use the form in the prospectus. Fill it out and return it to:

Student Records/Admissions, Uxbridge College, Park Road, Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB8 1NQ.

When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.

Uxbridge Campus: Course Starting W/C Mon 03 September 2012