Business Studies:Single
South Devon College - Torbay
01803540540
Vantage Point, Long Road, Paignton, TQ4 7EJ
Course summary

A Level Business runs over two years where you will develop an enthusiasm for studying business, whilst gaining a holistic understanding of business in a range of contexts. The course aims to develop a critical understanding of organizations and their ability to meet society’s needs and wants. You will have the opportunity to generate enterprising and creative approaches to business opportunities, problems, and issues. You will also acquire a range of relevant business and generic skills, including decision-making, problem-solving, the challenging of assumptions, and critical analysis. You will study three components over two years: • Business opportunities and functions include the following topics: marketing, finance, human resources, and operations management. • Business analysis and strategy, including data analysis, strategy and implementation, decision-making models, and investment appraisal. • Business in a changing world, includes change, risk management, PEST factors, international trade, and globalization.

Entry requirements

You must have 5 GCSEs at Grade 4(C) or above. Grade 5 in English and maths.

How you'll be assessed

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth West
Local AuthorityTorbay
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressVantage Point, Long Road, Paignton, TQ4 7EJ