Business Studies
The Hart School - Staffordshire
01889802440
Penkridge Bank Road, Rugeley, WS15 2UE
Course summary

Business Studies deals with some of the biggest challenges we face. Its range encompasses both large scale government decisions which impact upon unemployment, inflation and development, and the small scale decisions made by consumers and firms. The course is suitable for students who are interested in playing a full part in society and have an interest in learning how businesses and the government create benefits and economic wealth. The exciting next generation BTEC in Business qualification has been developed in collaboration with employers, representatives from higher education and professional bodies. This has ensured the course is up to date and relevant and offers you the knowledge, understanding, skills and attributes required in the business sector. The qualification covers two years and covers four units which include Exploring Business, Developing a Marketing Campaign and Personal Business Finance and Recruitment and selection processes.

Entry requirements

• You need at least four GCSE passes at grade 4 – 9 to study at this level. • Grade 4 in GCSE English AND Grade 6 in GCSE Maths OR a minimum of a Merit in BTEC Level 2 Business.

How you'll be assessed

Most focus on examinations at the end of the qualification as the main assessment method but some also require the completion of non-examination assessments (NEAs).

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityStaffordshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressPenkridge Bank Road, Rugeley, WS15 2UE