Business Studies
Gunnersbury Catholic School - Hounslow
02085687281
The Ride, Boston Manor Road, Brentford, TW8 9LB
Course summary

Component 1: Enterprise, Markets, Market Research, Business structure, Business location, Business revenue and costs, Research and design and purchasing. Component 2: The marketing mix, technology, cash -flow forecasting, income statements, ratio analysis, recruitment, training, motivation, market analysis management, added value, productivity, lean production, economies of scale, strategy and implementation, decision making models, investment appraisal. Component 3: Change, risk management, PEST factors, ethical, legal and environmental factors, international trade, globalisation, The European Union. Why choose this course? Anyone who: • Wishes to study Business at university • Wishes to pursue a career in Business or related fields • Prepares each individual for the world of work • Enjoys studying a subject that affects their everyday life

Entry requirements

A minimum of 5 GCSE passes (including both English and Mathematics) at Grade 4 or higher. Grade 6 in GCSE Business Studies or Grade 6 in either GCSE English Language or Maths PLUS Grade 6 in one other subject.

How you'll be assessed

Questions range from short answer (including multiple choices), data response and extended open responses. There are 3 written exams all worth (80 marks) -2 hours 15mins.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityHounslow
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeMixed
AddressThe Ride, Boston Manor Road, Brentford, TW8 9LB