Business Studies

Course summary

This is a very popular choice at Post-16. Students study a wide range of business theory with a focus on vocational contexts. The course is an excellent choice regardless of future education or career choice, however is especially useful for students who are considering careers in business or studying business at university e.g. finance, marketing or management. In year 1 students studying for the Extended Certificate (one A Level equivalent) study two units: Exploring Business, which is internally assessed and Developing a Marketing Campaign which is externally assessed through a controlled assessment task. In year 2 to complete the qualification further units in Personal and Business Finance, which is externally assessed through an examination and an optional unit are added. Students studying for the Diploma (2 A Level equivalent) study units entitled Managing an Event and International Business in year 1. In year 2 International Business is continued with a coursework unit which builds on the controlled assessment task assessed in the first year. An optional unit completes the programme of study.