Business Studies

Course summary

Business is a dynamic course that examines the fast-paced and ever changing business environment and current affairs in the wider world and prepares you with essential life skills. The Extended Certificate is for learners who are interested in learning about the business sector, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses or apprenticeship positions, not necessarily in business-related subjects. The emphasis on this course is based very much on you acquiring the essential skills demanded by industry. Progress is made by successful completion of four units of study, two of which are assessed by coursework alongside two external examinations. This course will include several external visits to relevant businesses to give more context to the content taught and enhance learning outside of the classroom.