A Level - Business - Course Pilot

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Course Summary

Subject: Business Studies

Course Title: A Level - Business

Course Types: Sixth Form

Course Level: A-Level

Course Description

Business Studies emphasises the ever-changing character of business, the diverse nature of business enterprise and the inter-dependence of the various sections of the business world.

It is an exciting and contemporary subject and introduces students to the complex world of business. Students develop a knowledge of the environment in which organisations operate in. They will develop an understanding of core business concepts and grow a broad appreciation of how businesses work.

Whether your aim is to pursue an academic career, train for a profession or become an entrepreneur, you will develop the knowledge and skills needed to analyse data, think critically about issues and make informed decisions – all skills that are needed for further study and employment.

Related degrees including business studies, business management and international business to more specialised fields such as business with marketing or business with psychology. Some of our students go on to study economics or accountancy related degrees, however, Business Studies is a useful spring board to many other degree options.

Areas of Study

What is business?
Managers, leadership and decision making
Decision making to improve marketing performance
Decision making to improve operational performance
Decision making to improve financial performance
Decision making to improve human resource performance
Analysing the strategic position of a business
Choosing strategic direction
Strategic methods: how to pursue strategies
Managing strategic change

Course Entry Guidelines

In addition to the Sixth Form entry criteria, students wishing to study this subject are required to have a good pass in English Language or English Literature at GCSE (or equivalent). An interest in current affairs and the world of business would be advantageous.