Business Studies:Single

Course summary

A level Business engages you from day one through the use of case studies and real-life scenarios that embrace local communities and cultures, in addition to exploring national and international business themes. Students seem to fully embrace the business course over the two years, and take ownership for their learning. Many students enrich the classroom experience by sharing their own experiences of business and/or using examples from family members, who are entrepreneurs, sole traders and also employed in a range of professions and job roles. The business curriculum has also been used as a platform to raise awareness and help students understand the ever-changing world that we live in. Political, social, environmental and technological themes have been explored to develop an understanding of the choices that are made and the impact that these choices have. At KS5, the curriculum is aimed at broadening horizons to provide a clearly defined context of the business world and the economy and the importance of strategic decision-making. We aim to build confidence in our students so that they appreciate that there is life outside of their immediate catchment area of Norfolk and the UK. Instilling experiences at both a national and international level is core to the business curriculum at all levels. We want to support students' understanding and appreciation of being global citizens. Students are kept at the heart of what we offer, through our curriculum whilst showing them how government and policymaker decisions, such as Brexit affect them. We equip our students with good enquiry skills that encourage them to question, investigate and think critically about issues affecting the world. We also provide opportunities through guest speakers, trips and workshops to develop these skills further. Business will provide you with essential transferable skills that will give you the edge, when applying to university, for an apprenticeship or the world of work. You will leave after two years having a portfolio of professional competencies, including strong business acumen, being able to talk confidently, network effectively, work productively within a team and behave professionally, giving you a competitive advantage over your peers. You will study 10 units over two years. Year 1 content will be units 1-6 and Year 2 content focus on strategic direction, methods and change units 7-10.