‘Business is an interesting subject which introduces a vast array of knowledge that can not only be used in further education, but also develop a crucial understanding of how the world around you functions.’
‘I never dreamed about success. I worked for it.’
Estée Lauder
FAQs
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No, we have many students who have not done Business at school come onto our course and do very well. The first unit you will study on both courses is called ‘Exploring Business’ which looks at the introductory concepts in business such as aims and objectives, ownership and stakeholders.
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Organisation and time management. You will be trying to combine 4 different units of study and their deadlines, therefore it is vital that you are organised and can keep on top of your workload. The great thing about the course is you will have tangible evidence for any future University or job application that you can manage your time and meet deadlines effectively due to the nature of the course.
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You will complete 8 units over the 2 years – 3 of which are ‘externally assessed’ – this means 1 traditional exam in the Finance module and 2 timed controlled assessment in Marketing and Management. The other 5 units are internally assessed – so you will complete coursework and your teacher will mark it.
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Yes, the BTEC you will study is the equivalent level of study to A Levels – they carry the same UCAS points for University applications and are looked at just as favourably by employers. The BTEC courses are an alternative way of being assessed – so if you feel a traditional A Level may not get you the best results as you are not great with exams, then the BTEC course is a better option for you.