Where will this course lead?

Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to Level 2 qualifications in areas where business skills are of importance. It may also be useful to learners studying qualifications in the following sectors:

• Business, Administration and Law
• Enterprise

What will I study?

This qualification is designed for learners seeking the skills and knowledge needed to develop a business start-up. It will give learners an understanding of the initial processes and requirements of a business start-up, knowledge of the first steps in creating a business start-up, including the marketing, legal and financial requirements, and an understanding of how to write a business plan.

This qualification will:

• Focus on the study of starting a business
• Support learners in creating a business plan.

How will this course be delivered?

The course will be delivered at our Blossomfield Campus/ online and holds a 12-week duration.

What qualifications will I get?

NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Creating a Business Start-Up

How will I be assessed?

The Level 2 Certificate in Creating a Business Start-Up is a knowledge-based qualification which is assessed through a portfolio of evidence.

How do I get a place on the course?

Click enquire now, or email Adult.Skills@Solihull.ac.uk for further information.

What are the entry requirements?

To enrol on the course, you should hold a west midlands postcode and be aged 19 or above.

What else do I need to know?

The objective of this qualification is to:

• gain an understanding of the steps of creating and developing a business start-up
• develop an awareness of business skills
• increase self-awareness and aid personal development.

*Free if you meet West Midlands Combined Authority eligibility criteria.

What can I do after this course?

Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to Level 2 qualifications in areas where business skills are of importance.