The course focuses on a problem solving approach to business designed to help students understand the nature and working of business organisations. Much of the learning is based around business case studies and focusing on how students can use their business knowledge to determine the success of a business. The aim is to encourage students to develop a critical understanding of different businesses, the context in which they operate, the markets they serve, and ultimately recommend actions that businesses should take to be successful. Students will be expected to immerse themselves in a business-like mind-set and to pay attention to the world around them. For example, students would be expected to take note of relevant news items, which may be used as a basis for discussion and class-work.
A typical Sixth Form student will join Year 12 with a minimum of six GCSEs at Level 5 or above, including Mathematics and English, with Level 6 achieved in those subjects they propose to study at A Level.
3 Papers – equally weighted and all 2 hours in length Paper 1 : Section A has 15 multiple choice questions (MCQs), Section B has short answer and calculation questions, Section C and D have two essay questions Paper 2 : Three data response compulsory case studies with a sequence of questions Paper 3 : One compulsory case study followed by approximately six questions A secure grasp of numeracy and literacy is essential to thrive with these assessments
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | West Berkshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £12,909 - £21,078 |
| Address | St Gabriel's, Sandleford Priory, Berkshire, RG20 9BD |
The course focuses on a problem solving approach to business designed to help students understand the nature and working of business organisations. Much of the learning is based around business case studies and focusing on how students can use their business knowledge to determine the success of a business. The aim is to encourage students to develop a critical understanding of different businesses, the context in which they operate, the markets they serve, and ultimately recommend actions that businesses should take to be successful. Students will be expected to immerse themselves in a business-like mind-set and to pay attention to the world around them. For example, students would be expected to take note of relevant news items, which may be used as a basis for discussion and class-work.
A typical Sixth Form student will join Year 12 with a minimum of six GCSEs at Level 5 or above, including Mathematics and English, with Level 6 achieved in those subjects they propose to study at A Level.
3 Papers – equally weighted and all 2 hours in length Paper 1 : Section A has 15 multiple choice questions (MCQs), Section B has short answer and calculation questions, Section C and D have two essay questions Paper 2 : Three data response compulsory case studies with a sequence of questions Paper 3 : One compulsory case study followed by approximately six questions A secure grasp of numeracy and literacy is essential to thrive with these assessments