This course covers the core topics necessary to an understanding of the world of business; its organisation, structure, activities and the impact it has on the wider economic and social environment.
AQA
Three years, beginning in Year 9.
GCSE at Levels 1 or 2 (A* to G)
This course involves a vocational investigation of the most important business topics that affect an individual seeking employment in the world of business and commerce. There is a ‘hands on’ approach and students are expected to visit businesses and undertake independent investigation of the business environment. There course is no longer offered to new students beginning Key Stage 4 in Year 9.
AQA
Three years, beginning in Year 9.
Two GCSE at Levels 1 or 2 (A*A* to GG)
This course involves a vocational investigation of the most important business topics that affect an individual seeking employment in the world of business and commerce. There is a ‘hands on’ approach and students are expected to visit businesses and undertake independent investigation of the business environment.
Edexcel
Three years, beginning in Year 9.
Level 2 Certificate (Pass, Merit or Distinction) broadly worth the equivalent of two GCSEs
At KS4 students Quality Marks are awarded for progress on GCSE courses.
These marks are recorded in student planners along with an appropriate strategy for improvement. Marks are centrally recorded on the College and Curriculum Area databases. Students’ marks for individual coursework units are also recorded on a Curriculum Area database that is used continuously to set targets for students.
Staff review student target grades on a termly basis, following discussion with students.
In addition, students undertake Mock Exams in all three years.