This course will develop students’ understanding of the range of activities businesses undertake to compete and be successful in the local, national and global economy. The course aims to take a holistic approach to the subject and demonstrate the interrelated nature of business using business models, theories and techniques to support analysis of contemporary business issues and situations. The content is designed to engage students through topics and issues that are relevant in today’s society. Students will develop an understanding of: Meeting customer needs | the market | marketing mix and strategy | managing people | entrepreneurs and leaders | raising finance | financial planning | managing finance | resource management | external influences | business objectives and strategy | business growth | decision making techniques | influences on business decisions | assessing competitiveness | managing change | globalisation global markets and business expansion | global marketing | global industries and companies (multinational corporations). Students will be expected to keep up to date with news and business affairs.
A Merit or Grade 5 Business Studies (if studied) and Grade 5 in both GCSE Mathematics and English. No requirement to have studied Business previously. Cannot be studied with Economics.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Ofsted Rating | Requires improvement |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Gatton Park, Reigate, RH2 0TD |
This course will develop students’ understanding of the range of activities businesses undertake to compete and be successful in the local, national and global economy. The course aims to take a holistic approach to the subject and demonstrate the interrelated nature of business using business models, theories and techniques to support analysis of contemporary business issues and situations. The content is designed to engage students through topics and issues that are relevant in today’s society. Students will develop an understanding of: Meeting customer needs | the market | marketing mix and strategy | managing people | entrepreneurs and leaders | raising finance | financial planning | managing finance | resource management | external influences | business objectives and strategy | business growth | decision making techniques | influences on business decisions | assessing competitiveness | managing change | globalisation global markets and business expansion | global marketing | global industries and companies (multinational corporations). Students will be expected to keep up to date with news and business affairs.
A Merit or Grade 5 Business Studies (if studied) and Grade 5 in both GCSE Mathematics and English. No requirement to have studied Business previously. Cannot be studied with Economics.