S3 Business Management

AIMS OF THE COURSE

Business plays a vital role in society and this course will allow learners to gain an introduction to the world of business.  It aims to highlight the way in which organisations operate and how they achieve their goals.  Learners will understand the way society relies on business to satisfy our needs and gain an insight into the business systems used to meet customer needs.  The course also allows learners to develop enterprising skills and attitudes as well as financial awareness using realistic business situations.

COURSE CONTENT

The course consists of a range of topics from 3 units of study: 

Understanding Business

Topics include what businesses do and why, customer satisfaction, business objectives, wealth creation and the economy, internal and external factors influencing business, stakeholders and their impact on business.

Management of People and Finance

Topics include, recruitment and selection, training, staff motivation, employment legislation, sources of business finance, cash flow issues, break-even, profit and loss.

Management of Marketing and Operations

Topics include market research, product life cycle, pricing and promotion, selecting suppliers, stock issues, ethical production, quality in production.

LEARNING AND TEACHING

A range of learning and teaching approaches will be used to allow pupils to develop a wide variety of skills in a business context. This will include whole class teaching, individual study and group work.  Opportunities for active learning will help learners to develop an understanding of the role of business in contemporary society.

ASSESSMENT PATTERN

Assessment will be evidenced from pupil work and topic tests. 

HOMEWORK REQUIREMENTS

Pupils will be expected to complete regular homework to enhance their study skills and prepare for assessment.  Homework could consist of completing course work, revision of class work or research tasks.