Skills for Business - Level 2 Diploma

This qualification is ideal for learners who want to develop an understanding of the essential skills required to work successfully in a business environment, and gives them an understanding of business culture and responsibilities.

This qualification also allows learners to develop the skills required to solve problems, communicate and work effectively with others, and gives them the opportunity to learn how to manage and improve their own performance in a business environment.

You will study directly with employers - Course includes:

• Working on a project ( external employer).
• Developing Entreprenuuerail skills ( Pitching to external employer) 
• Transferablse skills - designed to be used in Industry.
• Development of behaviuor, skills , and atttiudes sought after by employers. 

There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification. However, learners
may find it helpful if they’ve already achieved a

• Level 1 qualification,
• or 4 GCSE grade 3 
• Functional skills level 1 in English and Maths may also be helpful. 

You will be asssed  by 100% coursework by way of producing a portfolio. 

Aged 16-18

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31st August prior to the start date of your course and you have the legal right to remain in the UK for the duration of your programme then your study with us will be free. Please see here for the documents you will need to show us.

Some courses will have other associated costs, such as for specialist materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support, see here for details.

Upon completion there is:

Internal progress where you could go on the study , Marketing, Law, Finance, Entrpreneurship. 

Apprenticeships, 

Direct employment Business administration, Marketing, Retail, working with local authories. 

Lee has a genuine passion for education and a rich history of excellence in the realm of business. His approach to teaching is firmly rooted in the belief that education is the foundation upon which successful careers are built, he strives to instil this understanding in every learner that crosses his path. Having earned a stellar reputation as a Business Teacher, Lecturer, and Tutor, Lee has consistently demonstrated his commitment to delivering not just information, but a deep understanding of the ever-evolving world of business. His classroom sessions are characterised by dynamic discussions, real-world case studies, and interactive exercises that ensure students are equipped with the tools they need to navigate the corporate landscape with confidence.

Beyond his primary teaching responsibilities, Lee helps fellow educators refine their strategies and methodologies for maximum impact. His coaching endeavours have brought significant transformations in teaching dynamics, enabling educators to better connect with their students and drive tangible outcomes.

In collaboration with Deloitte, one of the world's leading consulting firms, Lee offers an exclusive Employability Skills training program. Here, he imparts crucial soft skills and industry insights to budding professionals, ensuring they are well-prepared to transition smoothly into the workforce. This collaboration underscores Lee's overarching mission: to bridge the gap between academia and industry and to foster a new generation of business leaders. Lee's unwavering commitment to education, his innovative teaching techniques, and his partnership with global industry leaders make him an invaluable asset to any institution and a guiding light for his students.

Jen is a focused, confident, hardworking, and extremely ambitious qualified lecturer, as well as an expert practitioner, working with both business and ICT delivering lessons to 16-18 and 19+ at the Capital City College Group.

Jen has a Degree and a Masters in Business as well as a vast amount of business knowledge and work experience in teaching, hospitality, and events management. Leadership, setting targets and monitoring are all skills which come naturally to Jen. Her teaching and learning assessment vary from active learning, scaffolding, blended learning, visualisation, and discovery learning, as well as a student-centred approach, which will all stretch and challenge learners to achieve learning outcomes, as well as improve teaching and learning. Along with a range of assessments, such as diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments. 

Having been an expert practitioner for some time now and undertaking a Level 3 coaching course, Jen learnt several skills to support, communicate, stretch, and challenge learners to enhance their vocational studies, set goals and increase achievement with exams and coursework.

Successfully achieving a Governor position at CCCG in 2021 has been a highlight of Jen’s career and enjoys sitting on the CCCG Board, gaining an understanding, and appreciation of CCCG's core business values, as well as a commitment to strategic aims and objectives to improve their own teaching abilities.

Desmond is a former City solicitor who joined CCCG in 2013. He has a Business Law Degree from City University, a Masters in Education from UCL and an LPC from the College of Law. 

He brings professionalism and a wealth of experience to his role as acting Head of School for Business and ICT where he co-manages a team of 22 experienced teachers.

His energy and enthusiasm for making the student experience both developmental and enjoyable has produced exceptional results with learners progressing to their university of choice, first-class apprenticeship programmes and prestigious work opportunities at UK top 500 firms such as Google, and Price Waterhouse.

Desmond has been instrumental in forming important partnerships with key employers such as Arsenal FC, and LVN who provide learners with fantastic work experience opportunities. Enrichment activities include foreign trips to South Korea and domestic excursions to Thorpe Park, Google, and the Central Criminal Court.

Anne is an experienced Curriculum Team Leader as well as lecturing in English, Business and Alternative Provision at City and Islington College. Anne has over 20 years of experience in lecturing and tutoring across all levels and subject ranges in Further Education for students ages 14-24 years old.

When delivering courses, Anne strives to meet the needs of students with diverse interests and abilities by introducing them to a range of subjects that can help them realise a progression pathway (employment, education, or training). The courses Anne delivers are enriched with educational trips, visitors from key organizations, specialist trainers and speakers which link to industry and are designed to develop interpersonal skills. 

Anne is currently delivering BTEC Level 1 Vocational Business and NCFE Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business for learners aged 16-18. Anne embeds English to strengthen communication skills and deliver lessons through project-based learning. Both courses are linked to several businesses to provide a business context for a better understanding of the world of work.

The teachers listed may change, these shown are an example of the teachers who teach on these programmes.