Business Studies:Single
City of Portsmouth College - Portsmouth
02392383131
Tudor Crescent, Cosham, Portsmouth, PO6 2SA
Course summary

This exciting and dynamic subject offers you the opportunity to develop key life skills. You will explore a diverse range of companies in various markets; from planning and financing a business, through to managing a company, and developing strategies to succeed in the fast-paced business environment. Units include: • business objectives and strategy • entrepreneurship • marketing • finance • human resources • how and why a business is set up in local, national and international marketplaces • how firms define their objectives • how technology, social media, environmental and ethical concerns influence strategic decision making in the national and global marketplace. You will improve your analytical and communication skills and your expertise will be developed in reviewing data, observing business patterns and drawing logical conclusions. You can even learn how to set up and run your own business or enterprise through Unloc and take part in work experience or volunteering.

Entry requirements

A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including a grade 4 or above in GCSE English and maths.

How you'll be assessed

You will have to take three exams, which you will sit at the end of your second year.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityPortsmouth
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressTudor Crescent, Cosham, Portsmouth, PO6 2SA