A Level - Business Studies

Course Summary

Subject: Business Studies

Course Title: A Level - Business Studies

Course Types: Sixth Form

Course Level: A-Level

Age Group: 16-18

Course Description

This is an exciting new course which encourages students to use logical thinking, problem solving and an enquiring, critical approach to the study of business.

Year 12

Theme 1 – Marketing and people

Students will develop an understanding of:

• meeting customer needs

• the market

• marketing mix and strategy

• managing people

• entrepreneurs and leaders.

Theme 2 – Managing business activities

Students will develop an understanding of:

• raising finance

• financial planning

• managing finance

• resource management

• external influences

Year 13

Theme 3 – Business decisions and strategy

Students will develop an understanding of:

• business objectives and strategy

• business growth

• decision-making techniques

• influences on business decisions

• assessing competitiveness

• managing change

Theme 4 -Global business.

Students will develop an understanding of:

• globalisation

• global markets and business expansion

• global marketing

• global industries and companies (multinational corporations).

Progression Route

On successful completion of the course, students can go on to higher education at university to continue their studies or vocations. This qualification provides students with transferable skills such as numeracy, communication, an understanding of the business environment, adaptability and self-management. There are numerous employment possibilities however a few to mention are: Banking: Accountancy: General Management: Marketing.

Enrichment Opportunities

• Period 7 1:1 Tutorials

• Visits to local businesses such as Jaguar Land Rover, Costco and Alton Towers

• Grade booster workshops

• Disneyland Paris trip

Course Entry Guidelines

Entry requirements are grade 5 in Business however good GCSE passes in English Language and Maths would be beneficial for students wishing to study Business.

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