This course will appeal to students wishing to study how business works in depth and provides the opportunity to gain understanding of key strategies which enable companies to succeed.

Through taught topics and submitted assignments, learners gain an insight into marketing, finance, human resources and entrepreneurial skills and are encouraged to apply their knowledge when examining a wide range of current case studies.

6 GCSE passes at (grade 5) or above, including Maths and English

The course allows access to a range of Business based university courses and is appropriate preparation for level 4 Apprenticeships.

100% examination. Three papers, each of 2 hours, including a case study.

• What is business?
• Managers, leadership and decision making
• Improving market performance
• Optimising operational performance
• Improving finance performance
• Management of human resources
• Analysing the strategic position of a business
• Strategic direction
• Change management

You will need a file to keep notes and a memory stick to keep copies of your work electronically.

During the first year students are introduced to different aspects of business and are also shown the best way of learning:

• Low level homework – leading to engaging activity based lessonsComprehensive note taking – improve fundamental understanding & building future revision materials
• Current case studies – applying learnt theory to businesses in the news
• Class based discussion – students are encouraged to challenge preconceptions in business and offer alternative viewpoints

This course will appeal to students wishing to study how business works in depth and provides the opportunity to gain understanding of key strategies which enable companies to succeed. Through taught topics and submitted assignments, learners gain an insight into marketing, finance, human resources and entrepreneurial skills and are encouraged to apply their knowledge when examining a wide range of current case studies.

The Extended Certificate is equivalent to 1 A level, worth a maximum of 56 UCAS points.

5 GCSE passes including Maths & English at grade 4 and above.

The course allows access to a range of Business based university courses and is appropriate preparation for Level 4 Apprenticeships.

60% coursework assignments assessed by the class tutor and subject to external validation. 40% examination.

• The Business Environment
• Working in Business
• Marketing
• Customers and Communication
• Accounting

You will need a file to keep notes and a memory stick to keep copies of your work electronically. You are advised to bring a lap-top to lessons which may be stored in a locker when not in use. Smart clothing will also be required for presentations and business events you may attend.