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"All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them."
"All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them."
Course Details
Course Details
Award: GCSE in Business Studies 8132
Awarding Body: AQA
Specification Code: 603/0304/9
Specification Website: AQA Business Studies
Course Introduction
Course Introduction
Have you ever wondered what setting up a business would involve? Ever had an idea of a product or service that you might want to bring to market and be an Entrepreneur, that is your own boss? If you are interested in the internal functionings of a business and the external influences that impact the business world then this course is for you.
We explore an interesting array of concepts, from how to boost staff motivation to marketing tactics and financial calculations. An inquisitive mind willing to learn about the real business world is needed but if you are up for the challenge then choose Business Studies. There is also the opportunity for continuation at A level too.
Year 10
Year 10
Unit 1 – Business in the real world
Unit 1 – Business in the real world
The purpose & nature of businesses, business ownership, setting aims and objectives, Stakeholders, Location, business planning and expanding a business.
Unit 2 – Influences on businesses
Unit 2 – Influences on businesses
Technology, Ethical & environmental considerations, the economic climate, Globalisation, legislation and the competitive environment.
Unit 3 – Business Operations
Unit 3 – Business Operations
Production processes, the role of procurement, concept of quality and good customer service.
Year 11
Year 11
Unit 4 – Human Resources
Unit 4 – Human Resources
Organisational structures, recruitment & selection of employees, motivating and training employees.
Unit 5 – Marketing
Unit 5 – Marketing
Identifying & understanding customers, Segmentation, the purpose and methods of market research and the elements of the marketing mix (4P’s).
Unit 6 – Finance
Unit 6 – Finance
Sources of finance, Cash flow, financial terms & calculations and analysing the financial performance of a business.
Assessment
Assessment
There are two exam papers at the end of year 11, each worth 50%.
Both exams cover Business in the real world and Influences on business and then focus on two other units of the course as outlined below:
Paper 1: Influences on Operations and HRM on business activity.
Paper 1: Influences on Operations and HRM on business activity.
1 hour 45 minutes worth 90 marks and is 50% of the GCSE.
Section A has multiple choice questions (10 marks)
Section B has one case study and stimulus response questions (40 marks)
Section C has one case study and stimulus response questions (40 marks)
Paper 2: Influences on Marketing and Finance on business activity
Paper 2: Influences on Marketing and Finance on business activity
1 hour 45 minutes worth 90 marks and is 50% of the GCSE
Section A has multiple choice questions (10 marks)
Section B has one case study and stimulus response questions (40 marks)
Section C has one case study and stimulus response question (40 marks)
The course will be demanding on the students’ mathematical and written language skills. They will be expected to write arguments in essay form, as well as carry out calculations with data and analysis.
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