Business
Course Information
We learn about the economic climate and how business works. You will also have the opportunity to enter a competition to trade on a virtual stock market with a range of prizes, including a trip to New York. This is a work-related course where students use case studies from local businesses to produce assignments. Assessment is largely by coursework but there is also and examined element.
You will consider:
- How various business problems can be addressed by organisations and how opportunities can be utilised.
- Practices and techniques used within marketing finance, operations management and the links be-tween them
- Social and ethical issues
- The external environment
The majority of students go on to study for a business-related degree such as business
management, business and marketing, business and retail management. It also provides a good foundation for work in any
Assessment
Year 12
Unit 1 – Business Environment (exam)
Unit 4 – Customers Services and Communication (coursework)
Year 13
Unit 2 – Working in Business (exam)
Unit 5 – Marketing and Market Research (coursework)
Unit 17 – Responsible Business Practices (coursework)
Transferable Skills
- Cognitive and problem-solving skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Intrapersonal skills
- Reflective skills
What can I use this qualification for?
Business will enable you to progress onto university, apprenticeships and employment opportunities.
Here are some career choices it could help with:
- Business management
- Retail management
- Finance/accountancy
- Marketing manager
