Business Studies:Single

Assessment

Year 1 June Year 1 The first year looks at managing, leading and decision-making, particularly concerning improving performance in marketing, operations, human resources and finance. Paper 1 Multiple choice questions, short answer questions and data response questions. Paper 2 Three multi-part data response questions Year One assessment is by two one-and-a-half hour written examinations at the end of the course. Year 2 May/June Year 2 The A-level qualification incorporates the same topics as the first-year course plus strategic decision-making. Paper 1 Multiple choice questions, short answer questions and an essay question. Paper 2 Three multi-part data response compulsory questions. Paper 3 Compulsory questions based on one case study. The A level is assessed by three two-hour written examinations at the end of the course.