Business Studies

A level Business Studies helps students: Develop a critical understanding of organisations, the markets they serve and the process of adding value. Be aware that the business behaviour can be studied from the perspectives of a range of stakeholders. Acquire a range of skills including decision-making and problem solving.

About The Course

Course Introduction

2 Year A- Level Course

Award Body

EDEXCEL

Course Suitable For

Students who have previously studied Business and display a strong desire to continue with their interest in Business beyond their educational years. Students who would like to acquire a range of skills including decision making and problem solving, are interested in developing a critical understanding of organisations and the markets they serve including the process of adding value.

Preferable Entry Requirements

Grades  in accordance with the 6th form entry requirements. (See Information & Course Guide) Plus  GCSE Level 6  in Maths

Why study?

A-level business studies looks great to any employers as it shows you have a background information into how a business works, so you are automatically considered for higher positions. There are a number of career and university options your A-level in business studies will offer you.

Progression Opportunities

Possible career choices with A-level business studies include management, marketing, finance, accounting, banking, retailing, manufacturing and local government. Many universities will accept business studies as a A-level when applying for courses such as economics, business studies and many other options

Why Grace Academy?

We have small groups and our lessons are designed to engage students through topics and issues that are relevant in today’s society.

Modules

Theme 1: Marketing and People

Theme 2: Managing Business Activities

Theme 3: Business Decisions and Strategy

Theme 4: Global Business

 

Assessment Methods

100 % External Examinations

Support Provided

Our Teaching and Learning Strategy is at the core of our approach to students and their learning. We aim to provide a learning community where students achieve excellence and achievement is celebrated. We want you to enjoy your time at the academy and to be successful.

You will need to monitor your own progress, we want you to become self-critical and to think about how you can improve.

We will expect you to work hard and productively being present in the academy for as long as it is necessary for you to meet your targets and succeed in your learning.

Course Application

Contact the Post 16 Manager on 0121 329 4630 or email on [email protected] Register your interest in your chosen courses and an application form will be sent out to you. All applicants are interviewed and conditional offers are made subject suitability of course.

Please note all courses on offer are subject to the minimum uptake for viability.