The AQA specification takes a holistic approach to the subject, demonstrating the interrelated nature of business using models, theories and techniques to support analysis of contemporary business issues and situations to provide a dynamic specification. The content is designed to engage students through topics and issues that are relevant in today's society - contemporary developments such as digital technology and business ethics; and globalisation is covered throughout the topics. Subject content includes: • What is business? • Managers, leadership and decision making • Decision making to improve marketing performance • Decision making to improve operational performance • Decision making to improve financial performance • Decision making to improve human resource performance • Analysing the strategic position of a business • Choosing strategic direction • Strategic methods: how to pursue strategies • Managing strategic change
Level 7 average grade with minimum of grade 6s in both mathematics and English.
Pupils will be assessed via three 2-hour exams. The question papers use a variety of assessment styles including multiple choice, short answer, data response, essay and case studies so that students feel more confident and engage with the questions. Real life case studies will be used wherever possible to make it easier for students to relate to and apply their knowledge and skills developed throughout the course.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £40,980 - £45,540 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £22,800 - £29,220 |
| Address | Shiplake Court, Shiplake, Henley-on-Thames, RG9 4BW |
The AQA specification takes a holistic approach to the subject, demonstrating the interrelated nature of business using models, theories and techniques to support analysis of contemporary business issues and situations to provide a dynamic specification. The content is designed to engage students through topics and issues that are relevant in today's society - contemporary developments such as digital technology and business ethics; and globalisation is covered throughout the topics. Subject content includes: • What is business? • Managers, leadership and decision making • Decision making to improve marketing performance • Decision making to improve operational performance • Decision making to improve financial performance • Decision making to improve human resource performance • Analysing the strategic position of a business • Choosing strategic direction • Strategic methods: how to pursue strategies • Managing strategic change
Level 7 average grade with minimum of grade 6s in both mathematics and English.
Pupils will be assessed via three 2-hour exams. The question papers use a variety of assessment styles including multiple choice, short answer, data response, essay and case studies so that students feel more confident and engage with the questions. Real life case studies will be used wherever possible to make it easier for students to relate to and apply their knowledge and skills developed throughout the course.