Business (A-Level)

A-Level

Did you know Amazon accounts for 43% of all online sales? Ever wondered why the cost of a favourite household chocolate bar, Freddo has risen by a staggering 200% in your lifetime? Perhaps you are interested in Brexit and how this will affect the market? That’s business.

Business makes the news. Whether it’s about inflation, the economy or the evolution of e-commerce. Are you interested in getting the business know-how to succeed in any industry? From starting a new business and managing its finances, operations, marketing and people, to planning for long-term growth and global expansion, the course will prepare young adults for successful careers with multi-national corporations as well as providing a pathway to higher level and specialised study in particular aspects of business.

Outline

The two-year course will consist of three exams. Paper 1 will assess marketing, people and the global business. Paper 2 will focus on business activity, decision making and strategy. Paper 3 will examine overall knowledge locally, nationally and globally.

Entry Requirements

Students will need three Grade 5s and three Grade 4s including a Grade 5 in GCSE (or equivalent) English and grade 4 in mathematics. They should also have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

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Name	Available At	Start Date	Academic Yr	Apply
Business (A-Level) (Level 3)	Pendleton Sixth Form College	03/09/2024	24/25
Business (A-Level) (Level 3)	Pendleton Sixth Form College	05/09/2023	23/24

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