Business Studies
Whitchurch High School
Course summary
The subject content enables learners to investigate different types and sizes of organisations in various business sectors and environments, drawing on local, national and global contexts. They will gain an understanding of the important role played by small businesses in the economy and the opportunities that exist for entrepreneurs, as well as the importance of established business and not-for-profit organisations in providing goods and services. Learners will apply a number of analytical techniques, including decision-making models, investment appraisal tools and ratio analysis, to investigate business opportunities and problems to determine business strategy in a range of contexts. Learners will be expected to use a range of numerical skills and make justifiable decisions using both quantitative and qualitative methods applied in the context of AS and A2 business.
Entry Requirements
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| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
Average point score | Minimum average point score of 6 | — |
Total point score | Minimum total point score of 6 | — |
Business | Grade B in Business | — |
English Language | Grade C in English Language | — |
Mathematics | Grade C in Mathematics | — |
Business Alternative route | Grade B in Business (if taken) | — |
English Language Alternative route | Grade B in English Language | — |
Mathematics Alternative route | Grade C in Mathematics | — |
As published by the school
GCSE Business B grade and C grade in mathematics and a C in English language (if you have studied Business at GCSE). B grade in English language and C in Maths (if you have not studied Business)
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Assessment
AS and A2 units have a 40% and 60% weighting respectively. An E grade at AS is the minimum requirement to continue onto the A2 course. AS Level Units. These carry a 40% weighting of the final A2 award. Unit 1: Business Opportunities (15%) Unit 2: Business Functions (25%) A2 Level Units These carry a 60% weighting of the final A2 award. Unit 3: Business Analysis and Strategy (30%) Unit 4: Business in a Changing World (30%)
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