Business Studies:Single
Thomas Alleyne's High School - Staffordshire
01889561820
Dove Bank, Uttoxeter, ST14 8DU
Course summary

The world in which we live is dominated by businesses big and small. A Level Business is an exciting and interesting subject which can help you to understand the world in which we live. Businesses are dynamic organisations which reflect the values of society and the people working within them. A study of business will help you to gain an insight into both. An economic understanding, become financially literate organisation skills, decision making skills, communication skills, problem solving, building confidence, presentation skills being able to work independently and as part of a team, The ability to make a reasoned judgement, critical thinking skills literacy development. With a focus on helping you to become a good decision maker, you’ll learn essential managerial skills, alongside techniques to help you become an analytical problem solver. These skills are all highly sought after and valued in a wide range of careers.

Entry requirements

There is no requirement to have previously studied Business in Years 10 and 11. If you have studied it previously we would prefer students to have achieved a grade 6 or higher. To be successful in studying Business it is advised that students have at least a 5 in English and Maths plus a good number of grades 5 across a number of subjects.

How you'll be assessed

A-level assessment consists of three x 2 hour written exams taken at the end of the two year course. Each exam will be worth a third of the A-level. All three papers will draw on material from the whole course, and will feature a range of question styles including multiple choice questions, short answer questions, essay questions, data response questions and case studies.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityStaffordshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressDove Bank, Uttoxeter, ST14 8DU