Business Studies A Level

Information Session

Lesson objectives/aims
• To understand/know what business is all about and why you should
consider studying it.
• To understand and be aware of what subject content you will study in
the first year and what skills you will need/develop during this time.
• To be aware of where it might lead you in terms of careers.
What is Business?/What will I study?
Business is an exciting insight into the dynamic, real world. It is an
academic subject which involves studying how organisations work,
their management and the changing external environment in which
they operate. Topics areas include:

• Enterprise
• Business Plans
• Markets
• Market Research
• Business Structure
• Finance
• Marketing
• Operations Management (Production)
• Human Resources
 Why study it?
• Business is a dynamic subject that will always be helpful in any career or everyday life.
• Topics are varied which will suit many different learners and keep the subject interesting.
• The course helps you to understand the role of business within today’s society and the many
challenges faced in the real world.
• Builds knowledge and understanding of world in which we live and work from a range of key
stakeholders such as customers, workers, owners, investors or the Government.
• Develops numeracy skills in terms of calculating and interpreting data and financial information.
• Analyse data and information to make supported judgements.
• Develops evaluative skills and the ability to view different opinions and make informed
conclusions.
• Learn to communicate effectively.
• If you have not studied it before - it is something different, challenging and fits in well with
many other A level choices.
 Subject Content – First year of study A
Level Business with the Eduqas Exam Board
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES BUSINESS FUNCTIONS
• Business Enterprise • Marketing: 4Ps, Product, Place,
• Business Plans Price, Promotion.
• Finance: Budgeting, Sources of
• Markets
Finance, Cash Flow.
• Market Research • Human Resources: Working
• Business Structures practices, recruitment,
• Business Location performance, motivation.
• Operations Management
• Business Finance
(Production): Added Value, Quality,
• Business Costs & Revenue Lean, R&D, Economies of Scale.
Skills needed and those that are developed
• Analysis skills and logical thinking
• Numerical skills – calculating and interpreting.
• Reading and independent learning
• Communication skills – written and verbal
• Team work and leadership.
• Listening skills and considering others opinions/views
• Creative thinking
• Decision making
• Organisation and preparation
• Reviewing and making amendments to written work
Where might it lead me?
• University degree courses in Business, Management, Economics, Administration,
Finance, Marketing or HR.
• University degree courses combined with other subjects such as Languages, IT,
Agriculture, Sports, Law, Education.
• Apprenticeships in Business – various levels in different business sectors.
• Entrepreneurship & Self Employment – running your own business.
• Management training scheme provided by many organisation in the private sector.
• Careers/jobs in business are highly diverse and have high earning potential.
• It is a dynamic and totally versatile subject which is highly respected in today’s
changing and challenging world.
Finally……..
• Something different and new
• Challenging and stretching
• Fits in well with other A level choices
• Popular choice in our sixth form
• Reflects the real world in which we live
• Make sure grades are reasonably good in Maths (5) and English (5)
• GCSE Business is NOT a requirement – try something new!
• Many past students have gone onto Business related courses at University. Past
students have also become successful: Managers, Entrepreneurs, Sports Coaches,
Lawyers, Accountants, Bankers and even Dentists!
• Want a further chat about it? Contact Mr Bowen, Mrs Newell & Mr O’Connor.
 What previous and current students
say……..
I have a deep interest in
the subject. The topics
covered are interesting
and allows me a deeper
insight into the business
world.
It is very interesting. The
diversity of subjects covered
can help broaden your
everyday understanding of
topics, I would strongly
recommend it.
It is so intriguing – it
covers so much content
which gives a great insight
into the business world –
it allows more doors to
open.

It can open up several

It is a versatile subject for career paths as it links
future careers and university If you work into several subjects
courses. It is enjoyable and hard, you and jobs. Knowledge
Useful in can be applied to the
interesting to learn more will do well
everyday real world.
life! about the world around us
and how the economy
functions.
Assessment – Examinations [all equally weighted]
• Component 1: Business Opportunities & Functions
2hrs 15mins – compulsory short questions.

• Component 2: Business Analysis & Strategy

2hrs 15mins – compulsory data response and structured questions

• Component 3: Business in a Changing World

2hrs 15mins – compulsory questions based on a case study and on
synoptic essay from a choice of three.