Shreyashi Pathak Study Abroad Content Specialist
Study Abroad Content Specialist | Updated On - Aug 22, 2025
BTEC, which stands for Business and Technology Education Council, is a vocational qualification framework developed by Pearson. It offers a globally recognised set of courses and qualifications designed to build practical skills and prepare students for the workforce. The course is offered at different levels, from Level 2 (equivalent to Class 10) up to Level 7 (equivalent to postgraduate study). Unlike traditional courses that rely only on final exams, BTEC assessments are based on assignments, projects, and real-life case studies that reflect workplace situations. Available in over 24 subject areas, including Business, Technology, Healthcare, Creative Media, Music, and Fashion Arts, the courses are developed with industry experts to ensure students gain skills that modern employers need. Accepted in more than 80 countries, BTEC opens doors to both higher education and global career opportunities.
Across India, students who completed their BTEC qualifications are now shaping meaningful careers and stepping into global opportunities. They are exploring diverse fields such as Business, IT, Engineering, Health and Social Care, Art and Design, and Hospitality. This article highlights the journeys of some of these alumni who have successfully completed BTEC and are now pursuing their careers with confidence and purpose. From Mohammed Sheikh starting his own café while securing admission to Geneva Business School, to Nooren Long applying branding strategies in her family business. And Sanjna, discovering her strengths through practical group projects, these stories show how BTEC helps young people move from learning to doing. Their reviews highlight a common theme: BTEC didn’t just give them a certificate, it gave them confidence, clarity, and a pathway to dream bigger.
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From Classroom to Career: Alumni Video Stories
From classrooms in India to careers across the globe, these BTEC graduates share their journeys and show how practical learning opened doors for them.
Sanjana (India)
Sanjana, from Chennai, India, recently completed her Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals in Business and plans to pursue a Master’s in the UK, specialising in finance and economics.
She chose Pearson BTEC because she preferred practical assessments over rote learning. The course replaced exams with presentations, reports, group projects, and demonstrations, helping her gain a deeper understanding of business concepts.
Her favourite subject was organisational behaviour, which gave her insights into workplace psychology, though she also enjoyed quantitative areas like statistics. Group projects were a highlight, allowing her to discover her strengths.
Beyond academics, the programme improved her communication, presentation, and practical skills. For Sanjana, Pearson BTEC was not just about business education, but about personal growth and confidence for the future.
Mohammed Shaikh (India)
Mohammed Shaikh, from Ahmedabad, India, studied BSc in BTEC Enterprise and Entrepreneurship at Mahatma Gandhi International School, Tara Centre for Technical Education. He has recently secured a place at Geneva Business School.
What appealed to him about BTEC was its practical approach, offering real-world exposure through projects and case studies that strengthened his understanding of key business concepts and tools. He also gained experience in project management using Gantt charts and explored effective marketing communication strategies.
Alongside his studies, Mohammed launched a café in Gift City, later expanding it to Delhi. For him, the BTEC journey has been more than just learning business theory – it has been about applying it in practice and living it every day.
Tansiri (Thailand)
Tansiri, a 19-year-old from Thailand, began her journey at Newton Business School, where she enrolled in the Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in International Business. Within a year, she progressed to graduate with a first-class degree in Economics from the University of Essex in the United Kingdom.
What first drew her to the BTEC qualification was its ability to open doors to global higher education and career opportunities. It allowed her to explore the world while continuing her studies, making the experience both meaningful and transformative.
She particularly valued the sense of community and collaboration that came with the course. Unlike traditional academic routes, BTEC offered a practical, hands-on approach, replacing closed-book exams with assessments spread across the year that focused on real-world applications, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
Through her studies, Tansiri developed both technical and soft skills. She applied her financial knowledge to assess potential employers and manage her own finances, while her marketing insights helped her build a strong personal brand, refining her CV, LinkedIn profile, and personal website.
BTEC played a pivotal role in shaping her career path, giving her a strong foundation for further study and opening doors to international opportunities. Since completing the qualification, she has graduated with first-class honours, completed an internship at a multinational corporation in London, and received three job offers in the UK and Thailand within a month of graduation.
Her advice to aspiring students is clear: if you prefer practical, hands-on learning and want to gain skills that directly translate to the workplace, BTEC is the right choice.
Sravani (India)
Sravani recently completed the Pearson BTEC Level 4 and 5 Diploma in Computing and is now applying for a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology in Australia.
She chose the Pearson BTEC qualification because it focused on practical learning rather than only theory and exams. During the course, she gained hands-on experience in coding, research, presentations, and real-life projects. This approach helped her discover both her strengths and the areas she enjoyed most.
One of her favourite units was UI/UX Design, which she found creative, engaging, and closely aligned with real-world industry practices. The course also gave her valuable insight into how the tech industry operates, especially the way design, planning, and development are organised into specialised sectors. This made the learning feel very similar to a workplace environment.
Alongside practical skills, the BTEC gave Sravani a strong grasp of theoretical concepts and showed her how to apply them in real situations. Teamwork and project-based learning further built her confidence and helped her identify her interests in fields such as AI, engineering, and development.
For Sravani, Pearson BTEC was more than a diploma – it became the foundation of her career. It gave her the skills, confidence, and clarity to shape her future, along with the courage to aim higher.
Nooren Arafat (India)
Nooren Arafat Shaikh from Ahmedabad, India, completed his BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business and is set to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at Geneva Business School.
He chose BTEC for the flexibility it offered, allowing him to continue learning while actively contributing to his family businesses. The course was rooted in real-world applications, enabling him to conduct market research and immediately apply it to strengthen business ventures. Branding became one of his favourite subjects, as it taught him how to build brand value, establish market identity, and develop effective strategies. A significant personal milestone was overcoming his fear of accounting through the programme.
The structure of BTEC made complex topics easier to understand and supported his family’s dream of an international education. More importantly, it equipped him with the confidence and entrepreneurial skills to take on future challenges. Today, Nooren feels fully prepared and motivated for the next stage of his academic and professional journey.
Arumugam Jeyaraj (Sri Lanka)
Arumugam Jeyaraj, from Batticaloa in Sri Lanka’s Eastern Province, completed his BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering at the SLT Mobitel Nipula Institute of Technology. He now works as a Telecommunication Technical Officer at Sri Lanka Telecom.
The BTEC programme provided him with both theoretical knowledge and practical experience through laboratory work, projects, and teamwork. What he learnt in the classroom is directly applied in his daily role.
For Arumugam, BTEC has been more than just a qualification – it transformed him from a beginner into a confident professional, equipping him with skills, career direction, and readiness for the challenges ahead.
These stories are just a glimpse of what BTEC graduates from Asia are achieving. From launching businesses to stepping into global companies, their journeys show how practical learning turns into real-world success. Pearson BTEC is designed to give students not just knowledge, but also hands-on experience and the skills that employers are looking for. It combines projects, assignments, and real-life case studies to help students understand how the workplace really works. Watch the videos above to hear directly from these students about how BTEC shaped their skills, confidence, and career paths, and discover the possibilities that could be waiting for you.
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