The overall aim of this syllabus is to encourage students to develop critical understanding of organisations, the context in which they operate, the markets they serve, and the process of adding value. Students will examine business behaviour from the various perspectives including customers, managers, creditors, shareholders, owners, and employees. They will demonstrate understanding of the economic, environmental, ethical, and global issues that arise in business and be able to interpret and evaluate the importance of these issues. The subject draws on a variety of disciplines for its analysis and understanding and is carried out with a problem solving approach. The content of the course is varied and the syllabus gives the opportunity to investigate all aspects of business functions, economic activity. Topics include Marketing, Finance, Production, Human Resources, External Influences, and Business Strategy.
It is recommended that candidates have attained literacy and numeracy skills equivalent to a level 5 grade at GCSE.
This is a linear course where external examinations take place at the end of Year 13. The A Level is divided into 3 equally weighted assessments. Component 1 – Business Opportunities & Functions Component 2 – Business Analysis & Strategy Component 3 – Business in a Changing World
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| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Shropshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Ellesmere, SY12 9AB |
The overall aim of this syllabus is to encourage students to develop critical understanding of organisations, the context in which they operate, the markets they serve, and the process of adding value. Students will examine business behaviour from the various perspectives including customers, managers, creditors, shareholders, owners, and employees. They will demonstrate understanding of the economic, environmental, ethical, and global issues that arise in business and be able to interpret and evaluate the importance of these issues. The subject draws on a variety of disciplines for its analysis and understanding and is carried out with a problem solving approach. The content of the course is varied and the syllabus gives the opportunity to investigate all aspects of business functions, economic activity. Topics include Marketing, Finance, Production, Human Resources, External Influences, and Business Strategy.
It is recommended that candidates have attained literacy and numeracy skills equivalent to a level 5 grade at GCSE.
This is a linear course where external examinations take place at the end of Year 13. The A Level is divided into 3 equally weighted assessments. Component 1 – Business Opportunities & Functions Component 2 – Business Analysis & Strategy Component 3 – Business in a Changing World