Business

Is this course for me?

Business Studies is an exciting and dynamic subject that reflects the ever-changing nature of the business world. Students will study a wide range of business concepts and theories; from human resources, finance and marketing to business strategy, all of which will give them a winning edge in the employment market. The course aims to introduce students to the principles of business and how to set up a business, including researching the market and employing people. The course also aims to focus on the strategic management of larger organisations and exploring how businesses manage change.

Opportunities

A business qualification can open the door to literally hundreds of careers - too many to list here! Whatever route you choose to follow throughout your career, your business qualification will provide relevant knowledge whether it’s marketing, management, customer services or accounting.

Qualification Structure

3.1 Unit: What is business? Managing marketing and finance

• 3.1.1 Business and objectives 
• 3.1.2 Forms of business and stakeholders 
• 3.1.3 Marketing management 
• 3.1.4 Financial management 

3.2 Unit: Managing people and operations 

• 3.2.1 People management
• 3.2.2 Operations management 
• 3.2.3 Managing business culture 

3.3 Unit: Business and society, business and the external environment, and business strategy

• 3.3.1 Business and society 
• 3.3.2 Business and the external environment 
• 3.3.3 Strategy 
• 3.3.4 Change