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Business Studies A Level - Tiverton

Course code: FTT039

The Programme

One of the challenges and pleasures of studying business studies is that it is a contemporary and ever changing subject as new business problems and solutions arise. This syllabus is suitable for students with a particular concern for social, environmental and ethical issues so you will have a natural advantage if you are interested in current affairs. Students are expected to develop research skills and are required to read a quality newspaper.

The Programme Content

In year one you will cover planning, financing and managing a business. In year two you will study strategies for success, the business environment and managing change.

Entry Requirements

Five GCSEs at grade C or above in appropriate subjects.

Costs

Students are required to purchase a course textbook which will cost approximately £20. Students are also advised to read a quality newspaper and can, if they wish, subscribe to the Business Review magazine which will cost approximately £12*.

Venue

Tiverton Campus

Progression

The business programme is ideal preparation for any candidate wishing to study business and management at degree level but also subjects as diverse as politics, sociology, law, accounting and finance and the social sciences.

Length of Study

AS Level one year, A Level two years.

Academic Year

This course starts in the 2012 / 2013 academic year.

Further Information

Further Information