Online A-Level Business Studies Course

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A-Level Business Studies

The objective of our Online A-Level Business Studies Course to develop student's understanding of organisations and their markets through a review of management and the decision making process. The student will study business behaviour, varying stakeholder perspectives and the associated business issues. This course will prepare the student for advanced study. The student will also gain decision making and problem solving skills through evaluation.

Online A-Level Business Studies Course Structure

The Online A-Level Business Studies course will include the following topics:

1. Planning and Financing a Business

  • Business start-up guide
  • How to finance small businesses
  • 2. Concepts of Business Management

  • Financial management
  • Importance of Human Resources
  • Operations Management
  • Marketing and the Competitive environment
  • 3. Strategies for Success

  • Functional Objectives and Strategies.
  • Financial Strategies and Accounts
  • Marketing Strategies
  • Operational Strategies
  • Human Resource Strategies
  • 4. The Business Environment and Managing Change

  • Corporate Aims and Objectives
  • Assessing changes to the Business Environment
  • Change Management
  • During this course you will use a mixture of lessons, activities, core reading and assessments.

    What skills will Online A-Level Business Studies students develop?

    The Online A-Level Business Studies Course develops:

    • Develop an understanding of organisations, their markets and the process of adding value.
    • The internal workings and management of organisations.
    • Business behaviour from the perspectives of a stakeholders including customers, managers, creditors, owners/shareholders and employees.
    • Learn a range of skills, including decision-making and problem solving
    • Be aware of the current structure of business and business practice

    Online A-Level Business Studies Course Format

    • 24/7 access to all your materials
    • Course accessible on any portable device. It enables students to carry the classroom in their pockets
    • Online Lessons and Assessments
    • Interactive study environments, where you can collaborate with other students
    • 12 Months Tutor Support
    • Both Digital and Print resources
    • Live chat functionality with tutors and students
    • Direct links to media-rich and interactive learning resources

    Course Duration

    360 hours GLH (Guided Learning Hours)

    Assessment

    The course contains a number of assignments which your tutor will mark and give the student valuable feedback on. These are called Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs).

    Examinations

    AS Level

    • Unit 1: BUSS1 Planning and Financing a Business- Examination: 1 hour 15 minutes
    • Unit 2: BUSS2 Managing a Business- Examination: 1 hour 30 minutes

    A2 Level

    • Unit 3: BUSS3 Strategies for Success- Examination: 1 hour 45 minutes
    • Unit 4: BUSS4 The Business Environment and Managing Change- Examination: 1 hour 45 minutes

    AS + A2 = A level in Business Studies. Both AS and A2 level courses and examinations must be successfully completed to gain a full A level.