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Accounting and Business - Level 2/3
Overview
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This course combines business studies with professional accounting training, giving you a strong foundation for a career in finance or business.
You’ll gain practical accounting skills using industry-standard software, while also developing business knowledge in areas such as marketing and event management.
The course includes the AAT Certificate in Accounting, a nationally recognised qualification that can lead directly to careers in accounting, bookkeeping, payroll or finance administration.
You will study
- Bookkeeping, transactions and controls
- Accounting software
- Introduction to payroll
- Exploring business
- Developing a marketing campaign
- Managing an event
- Visual merchandising
Why study business at West Notts College?
The Eventors
The Eventors is our student event team where you’ll plan and run real events, from fundraising markets to awards ceremonies.
You’ll gain hands-on experience in event management, marketing, budgeting and teamwork, while meeting new people and building confidence. It’s a great way to boost your CV and stand out to future employers.
Entrepreneur in residence
Our Entrepreneur in Residence supports students with big ideas. They work with you to build enterprise skills, creativity and confidence, while sharing real business experience and mentoring future entrepreneurs.
Industry-standard facilities
You’ll study at The Mansfield Ambition Exchange, a modern campus in Mansfield town centre designed for business and innovation.
The centre includes:
- Modern classrooms across two floors
- A learning resource centre
- A dedicated T Level centre
You’ll also have access to dining facilities at Mansfield and Ashfield Sixth Form College, located on the same site.
Real work placements
Work placements are a key part of your course, giving you real experience in the workplace.
Previous students have completed placements with employers such as:
- Arla Construction
- Baggaley & Jenkins Ltd
- Best Grip Tyre
- Cards Direct
- Frasers Group
- Futures
- Harrison Skip Hire
- Just 4 Mortgages Ltd
- News Journal
- Oakmere Golf Club
- Perrys Ford
- Progressive Furnishings.
And many more local employers.
- Entry requirements
This courses is only suitable to 16-18 year olds.
- Five GCSEs grade 4-9 including English Language and Maths.
If you're not studying a traditional GCSE programme, we accept alternative qualifications like functional skills and vocational courses. Contact admissions for details:
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . - Assessment
You will be assessed by sitting eight externally marked assessments and assignments throughout the year.
- Progression
- Business - Level 3
- An apprenticeship.
- Careers
- Qualifications gained
- Certificate in Accounting
- Association of Accounting Technicians
- Additional costs
At West Notts College, our students benefit from excellent facilities and equipment across all campuses. However, some courses require students to purchase specific tools, equipment, or specialist clothing to fully participate in practical learning.
Visit our kit lists page to see what clothing and equipment you’ll need, and start preparing for your studies in September.
- Studying Business at West Notts College
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Disclaimer
Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the website is correct, some details may be subject to change. West Nottinghamshire College reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.