Business Studies:Single

Course summary

Business is one of the most interesting, relevant and varied subjects available. Newspaper and television headlines offer continual reminders of how important the business world is to us all. In recent years much attention has been directed to issues such as fair trade, business ethics, globalisation and e-commerce. Our students have investigated the success of Apple and Ryanair in comparison to the relative problems faced by HMV and Nokia. The topical nature of the subject makes it a fascinating addition to any choice of A Levels. In our most recent inspection report, the department was awarded grade one, with special recognition given to the outstanding level of student achievement. The Business course introduces students to the functional areas of a business: marketing, finance, operations and human resources. Students may decide to specialise in one of these at university. The course also covers business strategy and managing strategic change in a global business environment. It looks at all types and sizes of businesses and analyses what they have to do to be successful.