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Business Studies

AS Business

Studying the AS students will learn about:

> What is Business?

> Managers, Leaders and Decision Making.

> Decision making to Improve Performance in:

  • Marketing.
  • Operations.
  • Finance.
  • Human Resources.

A-Level Business

If you continue onto the full A-Level you will study:

> Analysing the Strategic Position of a Business.

> Choosing a Strategic Position.

> Strategic Methods.

> Managing Strategic Change.

Examination arrangements and weightings

AS Business – 2 x 1hr 30m exams

A-Level Business – 3 x 2hr exams

The exams have a mix of multiple choice, short answers, data responses and essay questions.

Entry Requirements

A minimum of 5 GCSE passes at grade 5 and above is preferred. Although previous knowledge of Business is recommended it is not essential.

Recommended support materials and revision guides

At the start of both the AS and A2 parts of the course students are encouraged to purchase text books written specifically for this syllabus. There will also be the opportunity to attend revision workshops. In addition, students are encouraged to compile reference materials, read quality newspapers, watch and record appropriate documentaries and if possible have access to the Internet.

Careers

Studying Business allows students to choose either higher education or go straight into the work place. As it provides analytical and problem solving skills essential in modern day life. Students who take this subject often follow careers in marketing, accounting, management, recruitment, training, systems management, computing, economics, modern languages or maths.

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