Business Studies

GCSE Business Studies  (Edexcel)

Throughout the course you will study two units:

Theme 1: Investigating small business - this assessed by a written examination which lasts for 1 hour and 45 minutes  and is worth 50% of the qualification. The paper has a total of 90 marks. 

In theme 1 you will learn about: 

• Enterprise and entrepreneurship

• Spotting a business opportunity 

• Putting a business idea into practice 

• Making the business effective 

• Understanding business influences 

Theme 2: Building a business - this assessed by a written examination which lasts for 1 hour and 45 minutes  and is worth 50% of the qualification. The paper has a total of 90 marks. 

In theme 2 you will learn about:

•  Growing the business 

• Making marketing decisions 

• Making operational decisions 

• Making financial decisions 

• Making human resource decisions 

Both papers  will consist of calculations, multiple-choice, short-answer and extended-writing questions

 Is there anything else I should consider and what are the career pathways? 

Candidates should be enthusiastic about learning new concepts and demonstrate an ability to provide strong written skills as the subject requires analytical thinking and well reasoned responses to business situations. It is vital to stress that sound written skills are required on this course.

 In order to make sense of the modern world, students need a basic understanding of business.  A good grade in this course will help you move onto any AS, A level or vocational A level, especially in Business Studies.  It will provide a basis for many employment opportunities where your business skills will be valued.

For more information about this subject please contact:-  

Mr S Hall  (Head of Business Studies) s.hall@thestreetlyacademy.co.uk