Creating a Business Start-Up Level 2 Certificate (ITS)
Course Overview
Creating a Business Start-Up Level 2 Certificate (ITS)
This course is designed for learners who wish to develop the knowledge and skills required to start their own business. It provides a clear introduction to the key stages involved in launching a successful start-up, including developing a business idea, understanding different types of business ownership, and identifying the resources needed to get started.
Learners will also explore important areas such as marketing, legal requirements, and financial planning, along with the fundamentals of building a strong and recognisable brand. These core topics help to build a well-rounded understanding of what it takes to establish and run a new business effectively.
By the end of the course, learners will be able to create and structure a basic business plan, giving them the confidence and practical tools needed to take their first steps into entrepreneurship.
Course Content Breakdown
Unit 1: Initial steps for a business start-up (Level 2 • 30 GLH)
Unit 2: Marketing for a business start-up (Level 2 • 40 GLH)
Unit 3: Legal and financial considerations for a business start-up (Level 2 • 30 GLH)
Unit 4: Developing a business plan (Level 2 • 21 GLH)
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This course is delivered in partnership with Independent Training Services (ITS Ltd.). For more information, contact ITS on telephone: 01226 216 760 or email: info@ind-training.co.uk
Located at: Online
Course Start: Flexible start dates
Course length: 16 Weeks
Study Mode: Part-time
Course Code: QITSCBS201
Course Fees and Funding
How much does the course cost?
£724. This course is eligible for adult funding (eligibility criteria may apply). Please contact our team for advice on finance and funding options.
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For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
Having good English and Maths qualifications are important for most careers and we want to give you the help you need to succeed.
If you are aged 16 - 19 and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths, you will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards achieving a higher grade in English and Maths, we can help you do that too and we offer Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) which maybe added to your study programme, subject to approval from your chosen department.
If you're aged 19 or above and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths we can help. We offer FREE English and Maths qualifications that can be studied on a part-time basis, subject to eligibility.
If you need any further information, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
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The course information on this page was last updated 02 July 2026.











