The course is an excellent overview of the different skills needed in a business environment. It introduces key theories and then tests them in a real world situation. The emphasis of the course is on the relevance of business theory to businesses in practice. Students will learn a variety of decision-making techniques and apply these in examination conditions. The course also places an emphasis on developing entrepreneurship skills and giving students the confidence to set up and run their own company in the future. This is a major government initiative and all students in business are encouraged to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of different business operations.
The minimum requirement for entry to the sixth form is 2 grade 6s and 3 grade 5s in full GCSE courses. These must include a grade 5 or above in both mathematics and English language or literature. Successful A-level business students need to have good communication skills and be confident using numbers. Students do not need to have studied business studies at GCSE-level.
A-level Paper 1 Business 1: Strategic Decisions 2 hrs 33.3% of A-level Paper 2 Business 2: Managing Strategic Change 2 hrs 33.3% of A-level Paper 3 Business 3: Business in Context 2 hrs 33.3% of A-level
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | East End Road, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, GL53 8QF |
The course is an excellent overview of the different skills needed in a business environment. It introduces key theories and then tests them in a real world situation. The emphasis of the course is on the relevance of business theory to businesses in practice. Students will learn a variety of decision-making techniques and apply these in examination conditions. The course also places an emphasis on developing entrepreneurship skills and giving students the confidence to set up and run their own company in the future. This is a major government initiative and all students in business are encouraged to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of different business operations.
The minimum requirement for entry to the sixth form is 2 grade 6s and 3 grade 5s in full GCSE courses. These must include a grade 5 or above in both mathematics and English language or literature. Successful A-level business students need to have good communication skills and be confident using numbers. Students do not need to have studied business studies at GCSE-level.
A-level Paper 1 Business 1: Strategic Decisions 2 hrs 33.3% of A-level Paper 2 Business 2: Managing Strategic Change 2 hrs 33.3% of A-level Paper 3 Business 3: Business in Context 2 hrs 33.3% of A-level