Course information
Business Studies
Our Lady's Catholic High School - Hackney
02088002158
6-16 Amhurst Park, Stamford Hill, London, N16 5AF
Course summary

Equivalent in size to two A Levels, this course is offered with ICT and provides students with a three A Level Vocational pathway. BTEC courses are designed to be more suitable for those students that are able to apply themselves and can develop their own research skills to complete coursework tasks. We are hoping to encourage students to find work/voluntary placements one afternoon each week where they will be able to apply their business skills in real business situations. We feel this will give students an invaluable insight into the world of business and make this course a truly vocational experience. Students will then be able to bring their understanding of work experience back into their coursework. BTEC Business is suitable for students who are interested in learning about the Business sector alongside ICT. In year one you will focus on the development of your general business knowledge and you will study: 1. Exploring Business (Coursework) 2. Developing a Marketing Campaign (Exam) 3. Personal and Business Finance (Exam) 4. Managing an Event (Coursework) In year two you will study a further 4 units that start to specialize into specific areas within a business. 5. International Business (Coursework) 6. Principles of Management (Exam) 7. Recruitment and Selection Process (Coursework) 8. Work Experience (Coursework) Students in BTEC Business produce 8 units over two years of which 3 of these units are externally set examinations worth (45%) Career & Further Study: BTEC Business is a subject that can help you progress to University or into Apprenticeships in a number of different careers.

Entry requirements

Five GCSE grades at 4 or above (including English Language) or a Merit in Level 2 BTEC Business course, with Four GCSE grades 4 or above (including English Language)

How you'll be assessed

Five internally set coursework activities with school set writing frames. Three externally set examinations with written papers to complete. Each exam will be a mix of short answer questions and a choice of questions where you can give longer, more detailed answers. You will also have the opportunity to re-sit papers to improve your marks.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityHackney
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeGirls
Address6-16 Amhurst Park, Stamford Hill, London, N16 5AF