BTEC courses in enterprise and entrepreneurship
Student Prospectus
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O T N O I S S A P E H T T O G E V IF YOU’ . U O Y R O F S I THE NEA YOU COULD BE THE NEXT BIG THING DO YOU WANT TO MAKE YOUR MARK ON THE WORLD? ARE YOU DRIVEN BY THE DESIRE TO SUCCEED? Whether you want to set up your own business or succeed in an existing organisation, the skills and experience you gain at the National Enterprise Academy (NEA) will kick-start your dream career. If you already have a fire in your belly, the NEA simply adds fuel. We can give you a leg-up, a head-start, we can set you on the fast-track to success. But we can’t do any of that without a commitment and passion from you. WHAT’S THE BIG IDEA?
You’ll get to:
Entrepreneurs are not born, they are made.
• Work on real life business challenges
Recognising this, Peter Jones, CBE, leading entrepreneur and one of the stars of TV’s Dragons’ Den, created the National Enterprise Academy to be a catalyst for cultural change. His vision is to provide a breeding ground for British entrepreneurial talent, where bright, ambitious young people could develop and hone their business skills.
• Start your own business (Level 3), or investigate and prepare to start up your own business (Level 2)
IT’S NOT YOUR AVERAGE BUSINESS COURSE The NEA offers two totally unique BTEC courses in “Enterprise and Entrepreneurship”: • Level 2 (equivalent to 4 GCSEs) • Level 3 (equivalent to 2 A Levels) The BTEC courses on offer at the NEA are designed to be different. Our pioneering qualifications are tailored to breed entrepreneurs of the future.
• Attend master classes, workshops, micro business surgeries and networking events • Receive coaching from real business owners • Undertake a personal and professional development programme designed to guide you and support your business aspirations In the classroom our courses aren’t just interesting and engaging but are always relevant to real life business situations. We like to practice what we preach. The Academy students are taught by tutors with business knowledge, who are educationally and vocationally qualified. We also employ Business and Enterprise Managers to bring real businesses into the classroom. WORK EXPERIENCE WITH A DIFFERENCE
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As part of the course you’ll have up to a four week placement in a highly respected company – in the sector/ industry of your choice wherever possible. You’ll have your own projects to complete and real life problems to solve. Last year several students contributed so much during their placement that they were offered full time employment.
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WHATEVER YOUR PASSION AN NEA COURSE IN ENTERPRISE AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP GIVES YOU THE MINDSET AND SKILLS TO TURN YOUR PASSION INTO REALITY.
R O F P U U O Y E ? AR E G N E L L A H C THE IT’S NOT ABOUT WHERE YOU ARE, IT’S ABOUT WHERE YOU WANT TO BE It doesn’t matter to us which school you went to, or what part of the country you’re from. Whether you’re male or female, life and soul of the party or the more silent type, if you’ve got the determination to get on in life, our courses will equip you for the road ahead. SO WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING TO THE PARTY?
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Opportunities as good as this don’t come around too often – and when they do, they shouldn’t be wasted. Spaces at the NEA are limited, so we’re very careful about the students we accept. To be a successful applicant, you will need to be:
If you are a full-time learner aged between 16-18 on September 1st, you won’t have to pay a penny for the privilege of joining us at the NEA.
• YOUNG – between 16-19 years old • P ASSIONATE – driven to learn key business skills that can be applied to a range of career options, including starting your own business • C OMMITTED – have the right work ethic and not be afraid of hard work (it’s 9-5, Monday to Friday, working and studying all day every day) • D RIVEN – meet the minimum entry requirements for your desired course (highlighted in the course summaries overleaf) IT’S NOT A PLACE – IT’S A STATE OF MIND! The NEA works from a few well-established college campuses across the UK (with more locations planned for the future). From September 2010, you can study both Level 2 and Level 3 Enterprise and Entrepreneurship courses at Amersham, Manchester and Sheffield – find our contact details on the back of this prospectus. GIVE US A YEAR, AND WE’LL GIVE YOU A FUTURE Both Level 2 and Level 3 Enterprise and Entrepreneurship courses last a full academic year.
You may want to buy some of your own books and study equipment, although you will have access to a business learning library. You will also need to consider the cost of the occasional trip, travel to and from college and work placement, and the necessary start-up costs of establishing your own business. If you are a learner who is aged 19 and over from September 1st of the academic year, there may be a standard fee for the course, which is payable annually. Support may be available, so please ask. WE’RE HERE TO HELP The NEA isn’t just about honing your business skills. Developing your interpersonal skills, building your confidence and preparing you for success is just as important. We’re here to help you to make the most of this opportunity to learn and achieve your goals. As part of that role, we take our pastoral responsibilities very seriously. Advice and guidance will form an important part of your personal and professional development, and we offer a full range of support services in conjunction with our partners, Amersham and Wycombe College, The Manchester College, The Sheffield College and Connexions.
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One of the highlights from this year’s NEA courses: telecoms giant Orange challenged our young entrepreneurs with a top secret, real life and exciting project brief. Working in teams, students came up with a range of creative solutions, which were pitched back to the brand manager at Orange and NEA founder Peter Jones.
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This year NEA students have been inspired by a range of well-known guest speakers including: •S aira Khan – former Apprentice contestant •M ike Southon – Beer Mat entrepreneur • Mike Clare – Founder of Dreams • Humphrey Walters – Motivator to England’s Rugby World Cup winning squad
ACEMENTS L P T N E D U ST Just some of the companies at which NEA students gained work placements in 2010: • Manchester City Football Club • Selfridges • Arup • Channel M
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It’s not just about the theory: the programme is built around you creating your own business plan, developing your vision, researching the market, financial modelling, and pitching to investors. Along the way, you’ll learn more about yourself, particularly how to develop an entrepreneurial mindset. You’ll also get to meet and gain insights from already successful entrepreneurs – both national and local – working on a range of business challenges.
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LESSONS YOU’LL LEARN Level 2 is all about developing functional business skills, to set you up for the future. The following units are covered: • Creating a vision for your business plan • The business environment • Researching your market • The marketing plan • Financial modelling and forecasting • Planning and pitching • The entrepreneurial mindset
A minimum of four GCSEs at grades D – G , English and Maths at grades D – E. or Other equivalent level 1 qualifications at merit level or higher including English and Maths. WHAT YOU’LL GET OUT OF IT At the end of the course, you’ll have a level 2 qualification equivalent to four GCSEs at grades A – C. WHAT YOU DO NEXT IS UP TO YOU... With the level of skills and experience NEA students gain by completing the course, there are plenty of options available, including (but not limited to): • P rogressing to level 3 at the National Enterprise Academy • Further education • Putting your skills and knowledge into practise in an established company
• Leadership and teamwork • Toolkits for idea generation • Managing personal finances • Enterprise in the workplace Functional skills are delivered as an integral part of the course and you will be expected to take an exam in literacy and numeracy.
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At last, the chance to put your ideas into practise! This programme is built around you setting up and running your own micro-business for at least four months. We’ll support you all the way, teaching you about business finance, how to set up a supply chain, how to communicate with your customers, monitor the performance of your business, and plan for future expansion. You’ll have input and advice from both national and local entrepreneurs and will work on a range of business challenges. You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with a business, spending time in a number of different departments and working on real business issues agreed with the employer.
• Market research and analysis • Financial literacy and awareness • Business in an international context • E-marketing and website design • Brand development Functional skills are delivered as an integral part of the course and you will be expected to take an exam in literacy and numeracy. TO GET IN... AND GET ON
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You’ll need: A minimum of four GCSEs at grades A* – C including English and Maths.
LESSONS YOU’LL LEARN Level 3 is all about developing your functional business skills, to equip you for the real world. The following topics are studied: CORE UNITS
or Other equivalent level 2 qualifications at merit level or higher including English and Maths. WHAT YOU’LL GET OUT OF IT
• The innovative entrepreneur
A level 3 qualification equivalent to two A levels grades A – C.
• Business planning and pitching • Financial planning and implementation
WHAT YOU DO NEXT IS UP TO YOU...
• Launching your business vision • Monitoring the performance of your business • Operating your business • Planning the future of your business • Leadership and teamwork • Working as an intrapreneur (an entrepreneur within an existing company)
It’s certainly not a means to an end – in fact, it’s just the beginning. With the level of skills and experience you can gain on the course, there are plenty of options available to NEA graduates, including (but not limited to): • Continuing to run and expand your business • Putting your skills and knowledge into practise in an established company • University
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CONTACT THE NEA We’re always happy for you to get in contact with us if you have any queries, or to come in and meet our staff and current students. To get in contact, please feel free to send us an email or pick up the phone. Email: info@thenea.org
AMERSHAM CAMPUS National Enterprise Academy Amersham Campus, Stanley Hill, Amersham HP7 9HN Tel: 01494 585410 MANCHESTER CAMPUS National Enterprise Academy One Central Park, Northampton Road. Manchester M40 5BP
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Tel: 0161 918 6610 SHEFFIELD CAMPUS National Enterprise Academy Sheffield City College, Granville Road, Sheffield S2 2RL Tel: 0114 260 2600
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