Course information
Business Studies:Single
King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy - Birmingham
01216472471
Sheldon Heath Road, Sheldon, Birmingham, B26 2RZ
Course summary

A-Level Business offers more than just an academic challenge. It is a unique experience that bridges the gap between education and commerce; it provides sound knowledge of core business concepts and how they apply to business contexts and thus develops a broad understanding of how business works. The course provides a foundation for further study at university or entry into employment. The A-Level Business covers the following units: • Marketing and people • Managing Business Activities • Globalisation • Business Decisions

Entry requirements

GCSE Business Studies: 5 GCSE Maths: 4 GCSE English: 4 These requirements are in addition to the general entry requirements. have at least a grade 4 in both English Language and mathematics; and • have an average GCSE grade of at least a 5 in six GCSE subjects.

How you'll be assessed

At the end of year 12 you will be assessed through two written examinations, each lasting 1.5 hours. The overall result will form your mock grade for Year 12. At the end of year 13 you will be assessed through three written examinations, each lasting 2 hours. The overall result will form your A-Level grade

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityBirmingham
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressSheldon Heath Road, Sheldon, Birmingham, B26 2RZ