VTCT Skills
    Level 3
    QN: 600/6743/3
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    VTCT Skills Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Set up a New Business

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by VTCT Skills. Classified as a Other Life Skills Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 168 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 3
    Awarding Body
    VTCT Skills
    Syllabus Units
    7 Units
    Guided Hours
    168 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    VTCT Skills Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Set up a New Business

    Personal Skills and Abilities to Run Own Business

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Evaluate own skills and abilities in relation to the requirements of running a business
    • Identify personal development needs for setting up and running a business
    • Set SMART performance targets for own business role
    • Monitor progress against own performance targets and adjust as necessary
    2

    VTCT Skills Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Set up a New Business

    Principles of Marketing and Selling in a New Business

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand how to identify and meet customer needs in a new business, Understand how to market products or services in a new business, Understand how to plan for selling products or services
    3

    VTCT Skills Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Set up a New Business

    Understand How to Plan for a New Business

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the steps involved in planning for a new business, Understand the purpose and use of a business plan, Understand the importance of obtaining information, help and advice when planning a business
    4

    VTCT Skills Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Set up a New Business

    Understanding Negotiation of Deals in a New Business

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand how negotiating deals can affect a new business, Understand how to negotiate and close deals for a business
    5

    VTCT Skills Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Set up a New Business

    Understanding Business Relationships in a New Business

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Explain the benefits of building networks and relationships for a new business
    • Identify key stakeholders and their roles in a new business
    • Describe techniques for maintaining positive business relationships
    • Evaluate the impact of effective relationship management on business success
    • Develop a plan for building and maintaining professional networks
    6

    VTCT Skills Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Set up a New Business

    Understanding the Challenges and Risks of Running a New Business

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the purpose of vision and values in a potential new business, Be able to review the opportunities and risks in a new business
    7

    VTCT Skills Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Set up a New Business

    Understanding Finance in a Business Context

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Identify different sources of finance available to a new business
    • Explain the advantages and disadvantages of each source of finance
    • Describe the role of financial management in a business context
    • Explain the importance of budgeting and financial control
    • Prepare a cash flow forecast for a new business
    • Analyse the impact of cash flow problems on a business
    • Evaluate methods for managing cash flow effectively

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    600/6743/3
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    VTCT Skills
    Qualification Type
    Other Life Skills Qualification
    Operational Start
    Sept 2012
    Operational End
    Jul 2026