Whatever you

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success stories
Vit Horky: BTEC level 5 Higher National
Diploma in Business
Vit’s story:
After finishing his HND in Business, Vit went
on to complete his BA (Hons) International
Management degree at Prague College.
What’s he doing now?
Vit is the founder and Managing Director of
Brand Embassy, a software company with
offices in London and Prague.
How did the BTEC shape his future?
He applied the practical skills and
knowledge that he gained in the BTEC to set
up an international business within 5 years of
completing his studies.
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By choosing BTEC, you will: qualifications please contact:
benefit from a flexible course
structure, that blends subject
theory with practical application
develop the skills and knowledge
needed for success in a 21st
century global business
environment
gain an internationally recognised
qualification that is accepted
by leading universities and
employers across the world

Lenora Caton: BTEC level 3 National Extended

“I find that
Diploma in International Business Studies students with BTECs are
Lenora’s story: independent learners, they find
After graduating with her BTEC, Lenora it easy to adapt to university life
followed her dream to study in England to and have a more mature outlook.
undertake a BA in Marketing at Lincoln University. Because BTEC courses are aimed
She then successfully completed an MSc in
Branding at The University of East Anglia. directly at industry they also have a

What is she doing now?

clearer understanding of how their
study relates to jobs.”
Do you dream of:
Lenora is currently working in the mobile
marketing sector as an Account Executive.
Mark Wallman, Course Leader and Senior
How did BTEC shape her future?
Lecturer for Visual Effects, University
“Completing my BTEC has helped me to gain studying abroad?
far more than just an education. It was the of Hertfordshire, UK
starting point of something much bigger. It’s a
setting up a company in
world-class study where the only limit is down
your home country?
to your own imagination and determination.”
Look inside to
a fantastic career in a see where BTEC
Choose a BTEC and write your own success story… multinational organisation?
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 Pearson’s BTEC qualifications are recognised by leading
universities, professional bodies and international
employers. So whatever your career aspirations, BTEC can
help you achieve them.
Real-life
learning
BTEC is the perfect choice if you
enjoy learning by doing practical
assignments and tasks. It encourages
communication and collaboration,
and puts into practice the skills
required for success in a 21st century
business environment.
Engaging,
inspiring and real
You will be assessed in-centre
by the teacher, using both theory
and practical assignments.
These are often work-related
such as film clips or business
plans and proposals; and can
take place within real work
environments.
“I think all students should have
the chance to do at least one BTEC
just to help them gain the
skills needed for the 21st Century.”
Sandra Carter, Cambridge International School, Dubai
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Giving you flexible options...
BTEC qualifications are perfect for students who know what career they want and for those who are still
developing their goals. Our progression options and broad range of subjects can take you as far as you want to go.
Wide-ranging
and well-regarded
You can choose from a wide
range of vocational subjects and
specialise in areas linked with a
career you are interested in. BTECs
are developed in close consultation
with industry, and many graduates
progress direct to
the workforce.
Recognised
the world over
BTEC qualifications demonstrate
that you have achieved
internationally set standards in
skills, knowledge and behaviours.
Colleges, universities and
employers around the world
welcome applications from
candidates with BTEC
qualifications.
Popular BTEC subjects: Information Technology, Engineering,
Business, Art & Design, Hospitality, Travel & Tourism
Age range: Ages 14-16 Ages 16-19 Ages 19+
Learner Work related vocational
Qualifications that
Specialist qualification for develop specialist sector
objectives: qualifications that can be
studied in conjunction with
students that know which knowledge and practical skills Professional development for
sector they wish to work in or that can be directly applied to those already in employment
other qualifications or as a
wish to progress to university the workplace or developed
main programme
further at university
BTEC Level: Level 1 & 2 Level 3 Level 4-5 (HND) Level 4-7
Progression
Progress to the final year of a
Year 1 of university; or
route: Further study – BTEC-level 3,
LCCI, Edexcel GCSE, GCE A level; apprenticeship and
degree at a leading university 1st year of a degree through to
or direct to employment – entry postgraduate study
or national qualifications further study
level or apprenticeship
Do you have
aspirations of
studying abroad?
95% of UK universities 200 universities worldwide 70 professional bodies – including International employers
Find out where in the world including many from The Times ACCA, ICE and CMI including Shell, PWC, Rolls
your BTEC qualification could take Top 100 Universities Royce and Hilton Group
you with our Degree Course
Finder website:
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...all actively recruit BTEC graduates.
*Age ranges are a guide only; all our qualifications can be taken at different ages.
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