BTEC Business Studies
Barr Beacon School - Walsall
01213666600
Old Hall Lane, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0RF
Course summary

There is a very real chance that in the future you will be working for a business or even be running your own. Whether you are a budding entrepreneur or want to complement another course, Business makes sense. Due to the variation in content taught, it links well with many other subjects such as Media, Statistics, Maths and many more. The course allows learners to develop their knowledge and skills that will be used in the world of work. With practical elements as well as assignments, tasks and an exam, this gives learners the flexibility to demonstrate their skills across a variety of key assessments.

Entry requirements

• GCSE Grade 5 or above in Mathematics and English (Language or Literature) plus 4 other GCSEs at Grade 4 or above (this includes BTECs at Merit or Distinction). • You do not need to have studied Business previously to take this course but if you did take BTEC Business in Year 11 then you need to have achieved at least a Pass in the externally examined component.

How you'll be assessed

Compulsory Units: Unit 1 – Exploring Business Internal Unit Unit 2 – Developing a Marketing Campaign External Unit Unit 3 – Personal and Business finance External Unit Plus one optional internal unit chosen to match the strengths and needs of our students.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWalsall
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressOld Hall Lane, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0RF