Business Studies
- LEVEL
- ASSESSOR
- ASSESSMENT
- ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- AT LEAST 5 GCSES GRADED 4-9 INCLUDING
What is Business Studies?
Business Studies is an inter-disciplinary subject that combines elements of accountancy, management, science, economics, social psychology and law. Engage with the world of business by studying current business developments and real business situations.
Discover how management, leadership and decision-making can improve performance in marketing, operations, finances and human resources. Learn about the processes, rewards and risks of setting up an enterprise.
Why study Business Studies?
This qualification will provide you with a broad introduction to the business sector and will encourage you to develop skills, knowledge and understanding in realistic business contexts. You will uncover and investigate the problems and opportunities faced by local and international businesses.
Business-related qualifications show prospective employers you have an appreciation of how businesses works. Possible career choices include management, marketing, finance, accounting, banking, retailing, manufacturing and local government.
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Business StudiesCourse Content
Gain an holistic understanding of business in a range of contexts and develop your enthusiasm for business through this exciting A Level course.
The subject is taught in four themes:
- Marketing and People – focus is on motivation, HR and marketing, viral advertising, and marketing mix.
- Managing Business Activities – focus is on finance and production.
- Global Business – focus is on impact of globalisation and international businesses.
- Business Decisions and Strategy – focus is on mergers and takeovers, ethical issues.
| PAPER 1Marketing, People & Global Businesses | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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35% (100 Marks) |
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2 Hours |
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Data Responses & Essay |
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Paper 1 is divided into two sections, Section A and B, both comprising of 50 marks each.
| PAPER 2Business Activities, Decisions & Strategy | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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35% (100 Marks) |
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2 Hours |
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Data Responses & Essay |
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Paper 2 is divided into two sections, Section A and B, both comprising of 50 marks each.
| PAPER 3Investigating Business in a Competitive Environment | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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2 Hours |
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The questions in Paper 3 are based on pre-released research theme launched in November. The paper is divided into two sections:
- Section A focuses on the broad context (50 marks).
- Section B focuses on a strand within the context (50 marks).
Mrs M Williams
Subject Leader For Business Studies
We are so delighted you are considering Business Studies at A Level. The subject is an excellent choice for so many career pathways, and our students achieve excellent results. Please contact me if you have any questions at all.
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