Business Studies - Progression Year

Level 2 Business is an enjoyable and challenging one-year course that is equivalent in value to one GCSE. The course is an excellent base for advanced study, and many of our students have chosen to continue to study Business at level 3 on completion of this course. There have been numerous students in recent years who have then gone on to study the subject at degree level or entered into a business-related career via an apprenticeship.

The course consists of four units. Three units will be assessed based on assignments that will range from reports to business presentations. One of the units, Finance for Business is assessed by examination.

The units covered are:

• Introduction to business (coursework)
• Enterprise in the Business World (coursework)
• Finance for Business (examination)
• Recruitment, Selection and Employment(coursework)

The Finance for Business unit is assessed by examination. All other units are assessed entirely through coursework. The work you complete will be based on research and evidence from real organisations and the assessments will be varied (including report writing and more practical work such as presentations and group activities). Assignments that students are to complete range from case studies, applying for interviews and creating a concept and brand for your own business idea.

In GCSE English Language and Maths, a minimum of a grade 3 in one and a grade 2 in the other plus some GCSEs at grades 3 or 4

Many students find that the year gives them thinking space and helps them to decide what they want to do in the future. On successful completion you can move onto the next stage of study at the College, find an apprenticeship or go into employment. Your Guidance Support Tutor will explore all of your options with you and help you decide what’s right for you.