Business Studies:Single

Course summary

We study businesses in a variety of contexts, from small to large, UK-focused to global and within manufacturing and the service sector. Business, as a subject, is the analysis of how businesses are organised and run internally and how they are affected by external factors. The course aims to develop analytical and problem-solving skills by relating business theory to real-world situations. Within the department, we also run a comprehensive striving programme to support those aiming for top grades. External speakers are invited to present to pupils about their careers, business endeavours or anything else that may be of interest. This has proven to be very popular and well-received; as well as bringing the theory to life. Areas of enquiry are more easily illustrated by examples of the kind of questions that might be prompted by the course: • Will businesses need to adapt and change following COVID-19? • Was it the leadership of Jürgen Klopp which led Liverpool to win the Premier League? • How did Jeff Bezos become the richest person in the world? • What is the most cost-effective way of motivating your workforce? • How does Google attract such high-calibre employees? • What is the best way to make a profit? • How will Aldi alter their strategic position following improvements to the UK economy? • Should stakeholders be given a greater say in a business’ decisions? • Can the changes at Tesco stop its decline? Within the department, we also run a share trading competition. Students spend half a day learning about the stock market and taking part in virtual trading to see who can make\ the most money before the market closes.