Course information
Business Studies
Southgate School - Enfield
02084499583
Sussex Way, Cockfosters, Barnet, EN4 0BL
Course summary

Students will learn how a business might evolve. From a small start-up business to a large multinational organisation, students will consider a range of different business types and gain an understanding of how the choice of business type might affect the objectives that are set. Students will also look at the internal workings of businesses, including their internal structure and how different functional areas work together. Students will gain an understanding of the legal, financial and ethical factors that have an impact. The business world places a high value on the ability to research, analyse and evaluate information in order to make considered decisions and students will have the opportunity to gain these vital skills. Alongside this students will develop practical employability skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders, and to manage their time effectively. Units of study · The Business Environment – exam · Working in Business - exam · Customers and Communication – assignment · Principles of Project Management – assignment · Marketing and Market Research – assignment

Entry requirements

In order for students to study Vocational Level 3 courses they will need the following:- An Average Point Score of 4.5 or more at GCSE level, including at least a grade 4 in GCSE English Language and at least a grade 4 in GCSE Maths. To study this subject you need an average point score of 4.5

How you'll be assessed

A coursework and exam based qualification, which is externally moderated/assessed. The extended certificate is achieved by completing 3 mandatory and 2 optional units, this is equivalent of 1 A Level.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityEnfield
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressSussex Way, Cockfosters, Barnet, EN4 0BL