Business Studies
Business Studies
Entry Guidance:
The course provides a smooth transition from GCSE Business Studies, although this is not a pre-requisite for studying AS/A2 Business Studies. However, students will be expected to have at least five GCSEs at Grades A* - C, or equivalent, including English Language and Maths. This course will only run if a sufficient number of students express an interest.
Syllabus Outline:
The Department follows the AQA Business Studies syllabus. Students will study topics such as:
- Marketing
- Accounting and Finance
- People and Operational Management
- External Influences
- Business Objectives and Strategy
Methods of Assessment:
AS
Unit 1 - Written Exam - 1 hour 15 minutes
Short answer questions and extended responses based on a mini case study.
Unit 2 - Written Exam - 1 hour 30 minutes
Compulsory, multi-part data response questions.
A2
Unit 3 - Written Exam - 1 hour 45 minutes
Questions requiring extended answers based on an unseen case study drawing upon knowledge from AS units.
Unit 4 - Written Exam - 1 hour 45 mins
Pre-released research tasks leading to the first section of a two section examination.
Second section will consist of choice of essays.
General Comments:
The course should encourage students to develop a critical understanding of organisations, the markets they serve and the process of adding value. In addition, students will be made aware of the economic, environmental, ethical, governmental, logical, social and technological issues associated with business activity.
Hopefully the students will acquire a range of skills, including decision making and problem solving in the light of education and where appropriate, the quantification and management of information.
This course lays an appropriate foundation for further study of Business Studies or related subjects in Higher Education. Equally, material studied would be useful for students intending to pursue careers in any area of business.
