Course information
Business Studies
Lampton Academy - Hounslow
02085721936
Lampton Avenue, Hounslow, TW3 4EP
Course summary

"You will study FOUR units each year EIGHT in total. This course is equivalent to TWO A Levels Two pieces will be externally assessed and set by the examining body, One unit takes the form a formal external 1.5 hour Exam and 5 pieces of coursework will be assessed internally. The course is ideally suited to those students whose strengths lie in coursework rather than in formal examinations although there are two examined units. Examples of units covered in Y12 & Y13 Exploring Business Examining a range of businesses, their ownership and organisation Business Resources Focusing on how human and physical resources are managed Developing a Marketing Exploring marketing in organisations Campaign Personal and Business Finance Analysing different types of business information Managing an Event Creating a campaign for a chosen organisation International Business Investigating business internationally Principles of management Explore theories and concepts behind business. The course lasts two years and is demanding in terms of coursework required. The course is equivalent to two A-Levels. A distinction in this BTEC is equivalent to an A grade at A-Level.

Entry requirements

Students entering the Sixth Form should have a minimum of 5 x grade 5+ at GCSE. If students do not possess at least a grade 5 in English and / or Maths they will be expected to study for these qualifications as part of their post-16 course selection. additional entry criteria: 5+ Business GCSE

How you'll be assessed

The course is ideally suited to those students whose strengths lie in coursework rather than in formal examinations although there are two examined units.Examples of units covered in Y12 & Y13 Exploring Business Examining a range of businesses, their ownership and organisation Business Resources Focusing on how human and physical resources are managed Developing a Marketing Exploring marketing in organisations Campaign Personal and Business Finance Analysing different types of business information Managing an Event Creating a campaign for a chosen organisation International Business , Investigating business internationally Principles of management Explore theories and concepts behind business. The course lasts two years and is demanding in terms of coursework required. The course is equivalent to two A-Levels. A distinction in this BTEC is equivalent to an A grade at A-Level.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityHounslow
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeMixed
AddressLampton Avenue, Hounslow, TW3 4EP