Business Studies
Business is a dynamic subject. You will learn about the diverse nature of business enterprise and the interdependence of the various parts of the business world. You will explore business success and business failure, investigate local, national and global business markets, and understand how businesses need to adapt and respond strategically to the changing environment in which they operate to survive and grow. This constant evolutionary process makes business a fascinating subject.
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Course Name: |
A level Business |
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Course Type: |
GCE A level |
| Examination/Coursework: | 100% examination (35% paper 1, 35% paper 2, 30% paper 3) |
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Exam Board: |
Pearson Edexcel |
| Entrance Criteria: |
Standard Sixth Form entry plus Grade 5 in GCSE Business. If you have not studied GCSE Business, entry will require a minimum of Grade 6 in GCSE Maths. |
| Topics & Areas Covered: |
Theme 1 Marketing and people (marketing mix and strategy, managing people) Theme 2 Managing business activities (financial planning, resource management, external influences) Theme 3 Business decisions and strategy (growth, decision-making techniques, assessing competitiveness, managing change) Theme 4 Global issues (global markets, global industries) |
| Career Pathways: | Suitable higher education courses include business management, accountancy and finance, marketing, tourism management and international business. Business students can also progress to a wide range of careers, such as banking, sales, product management and general management, to working in public sector organisations or charities. |
| Additional Information: |
We offer year 12 students a Business trip to Thatcher’s and an Enterprise Day at UWE. |
| AS/A-Level: |
This course can be studied as a one year course. AS available - Theme 1 and Theme 2 only. 100% examination (50% paper 1, 50% paper 2) |