Business Studies:Single
The Hinckley School - Leicestershire
01455632183
Butt Lane, Hinckley, LE10 1LE
Course summary

The A Level Business course introduces you to all you need to know about the internal and external business environment, providing a solid foundation for further study. With a focus on decision making, you’ll learn essential leadership skills, alongside techniques to help you become an analytical problem solver capable of reaching clear judgements. These skills are all highly sought after and valued in a wide range of careers. In year 12 students will explore the key business functions: marketing, operations, finance and human resource management in the context of real business situations. This includes a specific focus on leadership and decision making – particularly the interdependent nature of decision making. In year 13 students will go on to develop their understanding of strategic decision making processes undertaken by businesses across the globe. The course prepares students for university courses such as business, management, accountancy, marketing, economics and law. The skills and knowledge you learn are also transferable across a broad range of subjects and careers. Whatever you choose to do in the future, you’ll find that the things you learn in this course will help.

Entry requirements

- Minimum of 5 in GCSE Business if taken; 5 or above in GCSE English. - Our entry requirements are five GCSE passes at grade 5 to 9, including English and Maths

How you'll be assessed

: Three two hour synoptic written exams taken at the end of the two year course.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityLeicestershire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressButt Lane, Hinckley, LE10 1LE