Beaconsfield High SchoolA Level Business Studies
Examination Board: Edexcel
Business Studies is a practical course that investigates enterprise and equips students with the skills to start their own business. Students study both small and larger, established businesses, exploring strategy in a global business context.
Course modules:
Theme 1: Marketing and people
Theme 2: Managing business activities
Theme 3: Business decisions and strategy
Theme 4: Global business
All units are compulsory
There is no coursework for this subject
|
UNIT |
LEVEL |
NAME OF UNIT |
DURATION |
MODE OF ASSESSMENT |
WEIGHTING |
|
1 |
A |
Business 1 |
2 Hours |
Written |
33.3% |
|
2 |
A |
Business 2 |
2 Hours |
Written |
33.3% |
|
3 |
A |
Business 3 |
2 Hours |
Written |
33.3% |
How does Business Studies differ from Economics?
Business Studies is a practical subject which examines how a business operates internally and on a global level.
Economics looks at how individuals, businesses and nations make economic decisions. It is a more theoretical subject where students will learn to apply the ‘economist’s toolkit’ (a range of economic models) to explain recent and current economic issues.
Essential Information
The department is looking for highly committed students, willing to under-take independent research and take some responsibility for their own learning
Should you require additional information, please contact Mrs Irvin at school.
How can parents help?
- By providing additional resources and a home environment that is conducive to learning.
- By encouraging regular discussion of current business news.
Career Opportunities
Business administration and management, marketing, human resource management, accountancy etc.