Course information
Business Studies:Single
Alleyne's Academy - Staffordshire
01785337400
Oulton Road, Stone, ST15 8DT
Course summary

Why choose Business? • It supports other subjects, particularly General Studies, but also ICT, Geography and Math. • It is relevant for those wishing to go into higher education or employment. • It considers the interrelated nature of business activities and how they affect competitiveness and the markets in which businesses operate. • It identifies the influences on functional decisions and plans including ethical and environmental issues. • It examines how technology is changing the way decisions are made and how businesses operate and compete. • It assesses the impact on stakeholders of functional decisions and their response to such decisions. Subject Content: • The Role of Managers • Business Ownership • Marketing • External Influences • Stakeholders • Operational Objectives • Marketing Mix • Capacity utilization • Financial Forecasting • The Economic Environment • Sources of Finance • Theories of Motivation

Entry requirements

Five different subjects* at Grades 9-4/D*-P, including English & Maths 9-4.

How you'll be assessed

Students sit examinations for full A Level qualifications in the summer period at the end of Year 13. For students in the Scholars’ Program, it may be possible to take an AS examination at the end of Year 12.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityStaffordshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressOulton Road, Stone, ST15 8DT