Business Studies A Level

What is the key to a successful business? Is it hiring the right people, an inspiring marketing campaign or simply keeping an eye on the finances and always watching the bottom line? How much of an affect do external factors and the economic environment have on business performance? By taking A Level Business you will explore these questions in detail and discover why some businesses survive and others sink at the first sign of a recession.

The A Level is mainly exam based. It takes business theory and explores how this works in practice. You will learn how to use a number of contemporary business tools and models and apply them to modern businesses.

You will study a wide variety of topics including enterprise, human resources, environmental factors, marketing, accounting and finance, production, ethics, international trade, the digital age, law, economics and change management.

A Level Business goes well with a range of other courses and is a great choice if you are thinking about a business-related career.

First Year Overview

The first year provides an introduction to the subject. Students will learn how businesses are classified and how and why they set objectives. They will also learn about the many external influences that have an impact on the success of a business. For example, students will consider the impact of the law and the economic environment on business performance. In the second part of the year students will learn about the four key functional areas of business. These are: marketing, accounting and finance, human resources and operations management. Students will learn how these functional areas can effectively work together to make a business successful.

Second Year Overview

In the second year students will develop their understanding. This will include consideration of the local business environment, the UK business environment and finally the global business environment. Students will be able to evaluate the application of complex business theories to a range of business scenarios and recommend strategies for improvement and/or growth.

The course is assessed through examination.

In addition to the A Level entry requirements of 4 GCSEs at grade 4 including English Language and/or Maths, you will need a grade 5 in English Language

You could progress to university, higher apprenticeship or employment