Course information
Business Studies:Single
Gosforth Academy - Newcastle upon Tyne
01912851000
Knightsbridge, Great North Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 2JH
Course summary

Students should consider taking this option if they hold an interest in running a business of their own, or in working in a larger organisation. This course allows students a broad experience of the key business functions, and will allow students to focus on organisations that operate at local national and international levels. The range of topics also allows for students who are unsure of which pathway to follow into university an opportunity to sample other potential choices. This course will give you an understanding of all the main areas of business, from how they are set up and organised to how they manage their finances and motivate their workers. The topic areas on the specification are as follows: - Business objectives and strategic decisions - External influences facing businesses - Marketing and marketing strategies - Operational strategy - Human resources - Accounting and financial considerations Each exam focuses on a different context. The first will focus on small to medium-sized businesses, the second will examine businesses operating on a national scale and the final exam will examine businesses that operate on an international scale.

Entry requirements

Grade 4 in English and Maths and an average GCSE points score of 4 and 4 in Business if taken.

How you'll be assessed

There are three compulsory units in A level Business which will be completed at the end of Year 13 by way of three external exams. Each written paper is 2 hours in length and worth a 33.33% of the total A level.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth East
Local AuthorityNewcastle upon Tyne
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressKnightsbridge, Great North Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 2JH