Students study the business environment which includes ownership, finance and functional areas. After this examination, they have the business knowledge to then complete portfolios in marketing, business communication, human resources and a work experience based research project. Year 1: The Business Environment (examination), Customers and Communication (portfolio) Year 2: Working in Business (examination), Marketing and market research (portfolio). Initially you will be given classroom based learning and then guidance for your portfolio. As with all courses students are expected to expand their own learning and understanding outside of the classroom.