What will I do on this course? This is a popular option if you have an interest in business or believe that the career you may follow will require some degree of business knowledge. The course will enable you to study different types of businesses and the internal and external factors they face in operating on a local, national and international scale. You will gain a good understanding of national and international markets, the economic climate, the effects of government policy and basic financial accounting concepts. Business Studies is a real life subject in an ever changing world and therefore an interest in relevant business news stories is essential. Year 1 units include; , What is business? , Managers, leadership and decision-making , Decision-making to improve marketing performance , Decision-making to improve operational performance , Decision-making to improve financial performance , Decision-making to improve human resource performance Year 2 units include; , Analysing the strategic position of a business , Choosing strategic direction , Strategic methods how to pursue strategies , Managing strategic change How will I be assessed? All units are assessed through 3 examination papers (2 hours each) What options do I have after completing this course? , Weston College's Foundation Degree (FdA) Business with Management offered in partnership with the University of West of England; there is also the opportunity to top up to a BA (Hons). , A Degree at university in a business subject such as Human Resources, Marketing, Finance, Business Information Technology and Business Studies. , An Apprenticeship-Start your own Business; Marketing, Management career or accounting
Name: Business Studies, A Level Qualification title: GCE A Level in Business Qualification type: Other regulated/accredited qualification Assessment Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20160913 10:23:57 Updated 20160913 10:23:57
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