Business and Economics

Subject Overview:
This popular course is designed to give students a good understanding of the dynamic environment in which businesses operate. It also gives students an understanding of business activities across all types of businesses and focuses on the inter-relationship of business departments and how businesses work to achieve their aims. The course includes contextual learning, including the role of people in these organisations and what is meant by context in business.
 

Why study this subject?
Business allows you to learn about the world of work and conduct investigations into different businesses, ranging from small enterprises to large multinational businesses that operate in a competitive environment. It helps develop an understanding of how these entities work, how they are run, and how they grow. Just knowledge and understanding of how businesses operate makes this subject so useful.

• What makes a successful entrepreneur?

• Why are workers not paid equally?

• How are businesses funded?

• Why is a luxury brand so expensive?
   

What are the career opportunities for students who study this subject?
GCSE Business ideally leads to Business Studies or Economics A level – an excellent preparation for students seeking employment and/or going to university. Most students go on to university and study Business-related degrees such as Business Management, Law, Economics and Business Decision Making.
 

Beyond the classroom:
We offer a large number of enrichment opportunities including trips to a range of business environments such as Cadbury World, Business workshops such as Young Enterprise, and football tours such as Chelsea Football Club. All of these opportunities help develop students to appreciate their love of Business in the real world.