Who is the course for?

Students with an interest in the subject. Business studies helps you to develop an understanding of business organisations, the markets they serve and the process of adding value. A business studies qualification is well regarded by both universities and employers as a means of preparing for a wide range of higher education courses and areas of work. Whatever your career plans, this course will suit you if you are looking for a stimulating and challenging course that has relevance to everyday life. Students must have gained a minimum of grade C in GCSE English Language.

Content outline

There are six broad areas of study including marketing, people, finance and strategy. In all cases the emphasis is on business decision-making and problem-solving and help you manage your own learning, using numerical techniques with confidence, effective communication, working with others and judgment and evaluation.

This course fits well with AS Accounting