Business Studies:Single

Course summary

A level Business will interest budding entrepreneurs as you develop your knowledge of how businesses are organised, structured, financed and operated. You will learn the theories behind successful businesses and explore companies such as Google, Apple and Tesco and will examine real business situations, making use of a range of information sources and personal research. Business is a dynamic combination of economics, marketing, accountancy, administration and law. In the classroom there is plenty of debate and lively discussion. You will learn about starting up a business, the risks and rewards, budgeting and cash flow through to how to manage strategic changes within multinational businesses. You will also address the four functional areas within business – marketing, finance, human resources and managing operations. Students will also put their knowledge gained to good use studying business strategies for success and the leadership and culture within companies.