Topics studied in Year 1 and Year 2 are as follows:

Theme 1 – Investigating Small Business

• 1 Enterprise and entrepreneurship
• 2 Spotting a business opportunity
• 3 Putting a business idea into practice
• 4 Making the business effective
• 5 Understanding external influences on business

Theme 2 – Building a Business

• 1 Growing the business
• 2 Making marketing decisions
• 3 Making operational decisions
• 4 Making financial decisions
• 5 Making human resource decisions

GCSE Business has two papers at the end of Year 11:

• Paper 1 – Theme 1 Written Examination: 1 hour and 45 minutes, 50% of the qualification
• Paper 2 – Theme 2 Written Examination: 1 hour and 45 minutes, 50% of the qualification

Both papers have 3 main sections A, B and C.

Section A will consist of calculations, multiple-choice, short-answer and extended-writing questions. Questions in Sections B and C will be based on business contexts given in the paper.

Grading is 9-1

All students will study Business for 5 hours each fortnight throughout years 10 and 11. The course leads to study in Sixth Form for A-Levels. The course leads to careers in any industry in roles such as Accountancy, Banking and Finance, Business Management, HR Management, Marketing and Law.

Studying business at the GCSE level can open up a variety of career opportunities. Here are a few paths you might consider:

• Entrepreneurship: Start your own business or join a start-up.
• Marketing: Work in advertising, market research, or digital marketing.
• Finance: Pursue roles in banking, accounting, or financial planning.
• Management: Aim for management positions in various industries.
• Human Resources: Focus on recruitment, training, and employee relations.
• Sales: Engage in sales roles, from retail to corporate sales.

Exam Board: Pearson EDEXCEL

Course Code: 60301211