Sixth Form Business and Enterprise Centre Developing leaders and achievers for the future
Welcome to David Nieper Academy Sixth Form At David Nieper Academy, we have a unique approach to education which gives you the opportunity to excel based on your own interests, passions and career goals. As a student at the David Nieper Academy Sixth Form Business and Enterprise Centre you will experience a learning environment that encourages and develops independent thought, self-discipline, motivation and confidence. The qualifications on offer will equip you with all the skills you need to successfully pursue a career in the exciting world of business, or other related careers, and above all will prepare you for the next stage in your life. Your studies here will strike the right balance between classroom learning and employer based experience. Please enjoy reading about our exciting new courses and if you have any questions, please do get in touch. I look forward to receiving your application. Dr Kathryn Hobbs Headteacher
Kick-start your career A good education, a great attitude and the ability to learn new skills are the keys to securing your first job and a successful career. David Nieper Academy is fortunate to be supported by several outstanding trustees, who are all wholly committed to supporting your exciting new Academy. Our trustees bring a lifetime of experience and the knowledge of what it takes to get started in a successful career in business. I am proud of Alfreton and this year our company celebrates its 55th anniversary. We are a family business who has always invested in local skills and realise our ongoing success is down to local people. Sponsoring the David Nieper Academy is our way of investing in the future and giving something back to this wonderful community, we are supported by a range of local employers who share our vison and are keen to offer a range of opportunities for young people. Thank for your interest in the new Sixth Form Business and Enterprise Centre. Your future matters, so please do take the opportunity to speak with the Headteacher and her team about how the David Nieper Academy Sixth Form can help fast track your career. Christopher Nieper Chair of Trustees David Nieper Education Trust. Sponsoring the David Nieper academy is our way of investing in the future and giving something back to this wonderful community
Why choose to study for a BTEC qualification at David Nieper Academy? Employability Skills BTEC qualifications help you gain employment. The vast majority of employers require technical skills, knowledge and understanding, but they are also looking for employability skills which allow you to be effective and a good team member in the workplace. Unlike technical skills, which may become outdated over time, employability skills enable you to build a lifelong career and adapt to the ever-changing roles in our fast moving global economy. These skills include: self-management, teamworking, business awareness and customer awareness, problem solving, communication, basic literacy and numeracy, a positive attitude to work, and the use of IT. Pastoral Care At David Nieper Academy Sixth Form Business and Enterprise Centre you will receive one-to-one coaching to support you in reaching your potential and overcoming any barriers to learning. Personal coaching is extremely powerful and benefits you in a number of ways: Increased motivation Developing self-confidence Improving performance Empowering individuals. The benefit of personal coaching is maximising your potential and getting the most of your time with us.
Business and Enterprise Sixth Form Choose from 2 Pathways: The INTERMEDIATE Pathway 1 year course This pathway is ideal for students consolidating their independent learning skills. Students in Year 12 study the BTEC Level 2 First Diploma in Business and have enhanced employability skills which enable them to move on to: An apprenticeship Full time college courses A 2 year BTEC Level 3 course at David Nieper Academy Sixth Form Business and Enterprise Centre. The ADVANCED Pathway 2 year course This pathway is for students who are confident and ready to start their BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Business qualification in Year 12. A higher apprenticeship Future employment University Both pathways combine school based learning and time with employers to provide the opportunity to apply knowledge in the workplace. If required, a re-sit of the GCSE examination in Maths and English is available for both pathways.
intermediate Pathway BTEC Level 2 First Diploma in Business (This course is equivalent to 4 GCSEs A*-C) Students will take a total of 10 12 units to complete this qualification, 3 core units, 3 mandatory units and 4 6 optional specialist units. Core units: Enterprise in the Business World Finance for Business Small Business Planning Mandatory units: Promoting a Brand Principles of Marketing Introducing Project Management Examples of optional specialist units: Business Online Delivering and Improving Customer Service Effective Business Communication Planning, Forecasting and Recording Business Finances Introducing International Business Principles of Procurement and Supply Sales and Personal Selling Introducing Retail Business
ADVANCED Pathway BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Business (This course is equivalent to 3 A Levels) Students will take 7 mandatory and 6 optional units. Mandatory units: Exploring Business Developing a Marketing Campaign Personal and Business Finance Managing an Event International Business Principles of Management Business Decision Making Examples of optional units: Recruitment and Selection Process Team Building in Business Recording Financial Transactions Final Accounts for Public Limited Companies Cost and Management Accounting Investigating Customer Service Investigating Retail Business Digital Marketing Creative Promotion Pitching for a New Business Market Research The English Legal System Employment Law Investigating Corporate Social Responsibility
Employer based assignments All students in our Sixth Form Business and Enterprise Centre can look forward to a range of valuable work experience opportunities which sit alongside and are an integral part of their BTEC courses. This exceptional opportunity provides a headstart in your search for the right career and allows you to see what life is like in the real world of paid work. You will be matched with some of our high profile business partners and other local employers for projects, work experience and work placements. Employer partners supporting you:
Career options and job roles From an accountant to a charity worker, studying Business Studies will give you the skills to enter virtually any industry whether you choose the apprenticeship route or university study. Business Studies gives you the choice to specialise in an area of business such as marketing and promotion or to combine all aspects of business by owning and running your own enterprise. Focused careers that Business Studies can lead to include: Marketing Human Resources Accountancy Marketing Purchasing Public Relations Advertising Banking Insurance Administration Retail Management Production Logistics A qualification in business can open up so many career paths it can literally take you anywhere you choose David Ashton, HR Director Denby Pottery
Find out more... We understand that making a decision about further education and what career path to follow, can be a difficult one. To help you, we have included a small collection of useful websites for you to visit: www.princes-trust.org.uk The Princes Trust run programmes that encourage young people to take responsibility for themselves, helping them build the life they want to live. They provide money and support to help young people start up in business. www.young-enterprise.org.uk Young Enterprise is the UK s largest business and enterprise education charity. Every year they help 250,000 young people learn about business and the world of work in the classroom under the guidance of a network of 5,000 volunteers from 3,500 companies. The website shows you what the charity is all about and how you can participate in one of their programmes. www.nacue.com The National Association of College and University Entrepreneurs (NACUE) is a charity set up to support student enterprise societies nationwide to lead their peers towards greater creativity, confidence and capability for their whole lives; and advocates improved access to enterprise opportunities for all students. www.greatbusiness.gov.uk The GREAT Britain campaign is a partnership between private enterprise and Government to highlight support for businesses aspiring to succeed and to encourage entrepreneurial spirit. The website offers advice, case studies, links, financial support and mentoring. www.allaboutcareers.com All About Careers is another generic website that includes really useful information about apprenticeships but also details about more specific career opportunities. www.gov.uk/topic/further-education-skills/apprenticeships This website offers information about what Apprenticeships are and how they work. It s particularly useful as a general introduction and to help you understand the opportunities an apprenticeship offers.
Sixth Form Business and Enterprise Centre expression of interest Thank you for considering David Nieper Academy Sixth Form. Please complete the information below and return to: David Nieper Academy, Sixth Form Business and Enterprise Centre, Grange St, Alfreton, DE55 7JA. Student Details: Surname:... First Name:... Date of Birth:... Home Address:... Current School:... Telephone Number:... Email Address:... I am interested in joining David Nieper Academy Business and Enterprise Sixth Form in September 2017. I am interested in the (please tick): Intermediate Pathway Advanced Pathway We will be in touch upon receipt of your expression of interest to discuss the next steps.
For enquiries call 01773 832331 or email enquiries@davidnieper.academy Grange Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire DE55 7JA