With strong employer links and a commitment to preparing you for the modern workplace, this course will provide you with the technical skills and experience that employers are looking for. It will also prepare you for higher level courses and develop your entrepreneurial skills which can lead to you running a successful business.
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
You will develop your own business ideas gaining important skills such as independent investigation, research skills and techniques, data collection and processing as well as analysis and decision making. You will put everything you learn into practice through projects, workplace learning and work experience. You will also have the opportunity to create window and shop displays as well as plan, sell and promote your own products.
Units of Study:
Enterprise in the Business World
Finance for Business
Principles of Marketing
Promoting a Brand
Customer Service
Sales & Personal Selling
Recruitment & Selection
Law & Consumer Rights
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
You will complete projects to show your skills and this will be part of your assessment. You will also complete:
Portfolio of Evidence
Essays/Written Assignments
Practical Demonstrations
Case Studies
Class Activities & Discussions
Presentations
Coursework
Exams (one set and one on demand)
WHAT CAN I DO NEXT?
On successful completion of this course and with a grade 4 in English Language or Maths (with a minimum of grade 3 in the other subject) you can progress to Level 3 Business. Alternatively you may seek employment in the industry as an apprentice. Career opportunities include: Assistants in business administration, human resources, marketing, finance, sales and customer service.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
You need four GCSEs at grade 3 (D) or above including English Language and maths.
