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Creating a Business Start Up Level 2
Level
2
10 weeks
Want to Unlock the Skills to Launch a Business, Deliver Advice, or Lead a Team with Confidence?
Our NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Creating a Business Start-Up lets you explore how to turn ideas into viable plans. You’ll cover everything from the first steps of entrepreneurship to legal, financial, and marketing essentials to give your venture the best chance of success.
Turning a business idea into reality is challenging—nearly 30% of start-ups fail within two years. Knowing the right foundations can make all the difference. Whether you're dreaming of your first venture or want to grow a side hustle, this course gives you a strong platform to build from.
Course title: NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Creating a Business Start-Up
Course ref: 603/3632/8
This qualification helps you:
- Explain the key steps involved in creating and developing a business start-up
- Demonstrate understanding of the marketing, legal, and financial requirements of starting a business
- Develop awareness of your own business skills, strengths, and areas for improvement
- Apply knowledge of business planning to create a structured and realistic business plan
- Recognise the importance of self-awareness and personal development in business success
- Use this qualification as a foundation for further study or progression into self-employment or entrepreneurial ventures
- Unit 1: Initial Steps for a Business Start-up
- Unit 2: Marketing for a Business Start-up
- Unit 3: Legal and Financial Considerations for a Business Start-up
- Unit 4: Developing a Business Plan
No exams required — you'll complete assessment activities that demonstrate your knowledge and skills.
Successful learners often progress to:
- TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Digital Marketing (RQF)
- Business Administration Level 2
- Customer Service Level 2
- Cyber Security Level 2
- Level 3 Team Leading Apprenticeship
- Level 3 Multi Channel Marketer Apprenticeship
This course is also a great step toward careers in:
- Business Support Assistant
- Junior Project Coordinator
- Freelance or Self-Employed Entrepreneur
- Volunteer Roles (charities, marketing & promotion, volunteer coordinator assistant)
Funding Your Learning
This course may be fully funded through the Adult Skills Fund, if not we have self-funding options available.
Why Learn with CT Skills?
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80% Achievement Rate
Achieve a nationally recognised NCFE qualification.
Dedicated Tutor Support
Expert guidance every step of the way.
Achieve in as Little as 10 Weeks
By committing 5–10 hours per week.
It has given me the confidence to develop my business. It has also affirmed what I already knew which is really helpful for my confidence.
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I have grown my knowledge in the customer service and I can use this to positively impact my work and my team who work in front of house.
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It's made me want to pursue a business administration degree then probably an MBA after.
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I can apply for a team leader position now and I have improved my skills!
Adult Skills Fund
This course may be fully funded through the Adult Skills Fund, if not we have self-funding options available.
Use this search tool to check funding in your area.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Aged 19 or over as of 31/8/25
- Living in England
- Not currently enrolled on any other government funded course or started another application for one
Please note: Not all areas of England are funded. You can use our postcode checker above to see if you are.
The most likely reason is that you live in a postcode area that we do not currently deliver funded courses in, but we do have a self-funded route. Please contact our customer service team via 0115 959 9544 or complete the contact form below.
Of course! We have options available to self-fund courses. Details can be found on each course page.
Level 2 courses typically take up to 10 weeks and Level 3 courses 15–25 weeks.
You will need to commit 5–10 hours study time each week to meet the course unit deadlines.
Yes – your qualification will be nationally recognised accreditation by NCFE CACHE and you will receive a certificate.
Once you’ve signed up, we’ll check your details. As soon as everything is approved, your course will be unlocked. You’ll get an automatic email to let you know it’s ready. After that your tutor will send you a welcome email and invite you to a masterclass.
Absolutely. Our courses can be offered via the Adult Skills Fund if eligible. If not, we have many options for self-funded learning. Details can be found on each course page.