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Business Studies

Course Details 

Qualification Type

GCSE

What Will I Study?

Could you be the next � Anita Roddick? Richard Branson? Peter Jones? Karen Brady? Loraine Pascall or maybe Jonathan Mildenhall, well let�s find out!...� GCSE Business Studies will introduce you to all aspects of the business world. It explores the purpose and role of a business from first spotting an enterprising opportunity through to the growth of an established business. We will� take a closer look at the role of marketing and human resources as well as finance, production and globalisation It�s an exciting new world for you!
Key topics studies across your course include:
Business Activity � how to start a business �what skills do you need and who has a say in your business
Marketing� - �Bleach kills 99% of all germs� � Why not 100%?� We look at the powers behind marketing
Human Resources � You�re Fired! How to successfully recruit and train your staff
Operations � How are Amazon able to meet demand?
Finance � Get your calculators out and let�s explore the bottom line!
External Influence on Business � Who made your designer trainers? We take a look at the ugly world behind brands!

Future Qualification Ideas

A Level Business Studies
Level 3 BTEC in Business
Level 3 BTEC in Enterprise and Entrepreneurship

Future Careers Ideas

Business, International Business, Accountancy, Entrepreneur, Human Resources, Law, Marketing, Project Management

Awarding Body

OCR

How Will I Learn?

During the course you will be required to apply your knowledge and understanding to a variety of different business contexts in a dynamic and competitive environment. These include businesses ranging from small enterprises to large multinationals and businesses operating in local, national and global contexts. You will develop an understanding of how these contexts impact on business behaviour.� Current business news articles and information will be used to bring the theory acquired in class to real life. Exam skills and how to answer questions will be taught in a supportive and timely manner, allowing for plenty of revision before the final summer exams.

How Will I Be Assessed?

Paper 1 - Business Activity & Marketing and People. 1 hour 30 minutes (50%)
Paper 2 - Operations & Finance and Influences on Business. 1 hour 30 minutes (50%)
Both papers consist of Multiple Choice Questions, short data response questions and 3 slightly extended exam questions���

What skills / attributes are required for this course?

Demonstrating subject knowledge as it is developed
Applying business concepts into context
Considering the impact of business decisions outcomes
A keen interest in current business affairs

Contact Information

Wombourne High School

Ounsdale Road

Wombourne

Wolverhampton

WV5 8BJ

01902 504930

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