Business Studies

Course summary

The qualification enables students to explore a variety of business disciplines, enabling progression to either higher education and/or employment in the business sector. This is a practical, work-related course, which develops the necessary skills, knowledge, and understanding to provide a comprehensive and globally recognized education. You will be required to use real businesses for your coursework. Students benefit from the opportunity to meet business leaders in conjunction with some trips organized during the year to relate their learning to the world outside of College. You will often work in small groups and you may well be required to present your findings to the rest of the group. Excellent attendance is necessary to complete the course. All 16–18-year-olds are required to complete a minimum of 1 week’s work placement (35 hours) * at a time agreed by your department head. *Exact number of hours required will depend on the level of course you are enrolled in. The course comprises 13 Units (6 Units in Year 1 and 7 Units in Year 2) and the range is very wide, including both core Units and those designed to facilitate more specialist study. The Units of study cover a range of topics such as: • Finance • Marketing (including Digital Marketing) • Event Management • International Business • Business Management • Market Research