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BTEC Level 3 Nationals in Enterprise & Entrepreneurship – Unit 1 Student Companion Resource
(Authorised Assignment Brief-aligned – Brief not included)

This comprehensive Unit 1 Companion has been designed to support students undertaking the BTEC Level 3 National in Enterprise and Entrepreneurship. It aligns with the structure and assessment criteria of the authorised assignment brief for Unit 1 (Enterprise and Entrepreneurs), but please note: the official brief itself is not included, as it is a secure document provided by Pearson/Edexcel and must be accessed via Edexcel Online.

What’s included in this resource:

Full Student Companion Pack
Organised in line with the four learning aims (A–D), the resource provides clear and student-friendly explanations, real-world case studies, key term definitions, and structured knowledge organisers to deepen understanding.

Knowledge Organisers
Condensed, topic-by-topic summaries that break down key knowledge points, definitions, examples, and case studies. These are ideal for revision or reference when writing assignments.

Quizzes and Checkpoints
Each section includes revision quizzes with multiple choice and short answer questions to test and consolidate knowledge. A great tool for retrieval practice.

Assignment Planning Grids
Two detailed assignment preparation grids are provided (for Assignment 1 and Assignment 2) to help students plan and structure their responses in line with assessment criteria (P, M and D tasks). Includes structured prompts, sentence starters, and question scaffolds.

Case Study Examples Throughout
Includes a wide range of relevant case studies from UK and global enterprises, such as Gymshark, Dyson, Innocent Drinks, Greggs, BrewDog, and Uber. These help students apply theory to practice.

Covers All Learning Aims in Depth:

A: Explore the nature of enterprise

B: Investigate the motivations for entrepreneurship

C: Examine the opportunities and constraints for enterprises and entrepreneurs

D: Examine the entrepreneurial skills required to launch an enterprise

This resource is perfect for:

Teachers delivering Unit 1 and seeking high-quality, classroom-ready materials

Students looking for structured support with independent learning or assignment writing

Schools aiming to improve outcomes and reduce workload in vocational business courses

Please remember: the official BTEC authorised assignment brief is not included, and users must access this directly via Edexcel/Pearson platforms.