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professional studies A-LEVEL BUSINESS REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE 3 It offers an interesting and current insight into a range of issues and business behaviour affecting organisations today. 3 You will develop a critical understanding of business activities on a local, national and global scale. 3 You will explore how businesses adapt and respond strategically to a changing environment. 3 You will gain an understanding of the business decision- making process, encouraging you to establish informed opinions and views. BTEC LEVEL 3 BUSINESS WHAT YOU WILL STUDY HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED AS - two 90-minute exams A-Level - three two-hour exams (Exams will be a mix of multiple choice, short answer questions and essay questions). WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO TAKE THIS COURSE • • • • • GCSE English and Maths minimum grade 4 ability to use and interpret data and work independently interest in current affairs willingness to carry out background reading confidence to take part in discussion and use real business examples PROGRESSION Degree courses including Accounting and Financial Management, Business and Economics, Business Management, Marketing, Product Innovation and Development and Fashion Retailing. Careers and further training posts have recently included AAT trainees and a selection of apprenticeships. Other students choose this A-Level as they have an ambition to run their own business. EC FD D ED REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE 3 Build on any knowledge you already have of business, marketing and management. 3 Discover more about how real businesses operate and react to change. 3 Enhance your practical skills by running your own mini enterprise. 3 Enjoy traditional lessons, spend time working on coursework and problem solve either independently or within a group. WHAT YOU WILL STUDY You will study a range of business subjects including an Introduction to Business, Finance and Accounts, Marketing, Human Resources, Event Management, International Business and many more. HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED Year 1 - exam in Finance and Accounting and Management and a controlled assessment on a Marketing Campaign. Year 2 - exams on Management and Strategy. WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO TAKE THIS COURSE • ability to complete coursework and to carry out your own research • independent thinking and teamwork skills • an interest in Business. PROGRESSION University or the ability to start your own business. Careers in retail, marketing, human resources, man