BUSINESS STUDIES - COMBINED STUDIES

Duration: 2 years
Level: Level 3

Qualification

Level 3 Extended Certificate in Business Studies

Course Overview

Business is a diverse subject, there are a lot of components that come to together to create a succesful business. During this course you will explore these components and develop your understanding of how businesses operate covering finances, business purpose, structures, environmental influences, decision-making and marketing. You will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge by creating an impactful marketing campaign and analysing and preparing financial information. 

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

  • Exploring Business
  • Developing a Marketing Campaign
  • Personal and Business Finance
  • The English Legal System

HOW WILL I BE TAUGHT?

You will use a range of real life business examples to explore topics. To enhance your learning you will have access to industry guest speakers, case studies and financial data. You will also conduct your own research into case examples and will be expected to promote and share your thoughts and ideas in a professional manner.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

  • Assignments
  • Case Studies
  • Controlled Assessments
  • Exams
  • Written Assignments

WHAT CAN I DO NEXT?

Business Studies is a well rounded subject that will allow for progression to any Higher Education course, apprenticeship or employment. You could take pathways specialising in accounting, finance, law and marketing and equally use your skills and knowledge in areas of IT and any humanities subject.

IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE I NEED TO KNOW?

This course can only be studied as part of a combined studies package. It will run subject to sufficient student numbers and availability of government funding.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

You will need five grade 4s including English and maths. This course can only be studied as part of a combined studies package. 

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