Business Studies & Economics

 

 

As a department we offer both Business Studies and Economics at both GCSE and A-Level. The subjects are very popular options with over half of students choosing one of the subjects at GCSE and AS level. Business and Economics related courses are also one of the most popular degree courses for students from the school. The department arranges trips to the Coca-Cola factory and Jaguar car plant. We also run the school's highly successful Young Enterprise programme and other enterprise related activities.

 

All students can expect a variety of activities, including independent learning. As a department we also emphasise applying knowledge to current affairs and real-life businesses. The department also contains a wide variety of experience as examiners in both Business Studies and Economics.

 

Business Studies

 

Business Studies provides students with insight into the operation of both small and large enterprises. Both the GCSE and A-Level courses introduce students to the challenges and issues of starting a business, including financial planning. They then explore the key internal functions of business and how the management of these functions can assist in improving the effectiveness and performance of a business. At A2, students consider strategies for larger businesses and are introduced to key topics such as leadership and change management.

Perfect for budding entrepreneurs and apprentices.

 

Studying Business Studies at AS/A2 level does not require students to have studied the subject at GCSE level – in teaching the course we assume no prior knowledge.

 

Full course details can be found at the following sites:

 

GCSE Business Studies

GCSE (from 2009)Business Studies www.ocr.org.uk

 

A-Level Business Studies

A-level Business Studies web.aqa.org.uk

 

 

Economics

Economics is seen as a vitally important area of study for any young person considering a career in industry, commerce or politics. The study of Economics is a study of how the world works. It helps you understand more about how we can make the best possible use of the earth's scarce resources, the impact of government policies and the effects of globalisation.

 

What makes a luxury item such as a diamond more expensive than a necessity like water? Why should public transport be subsidised by the government? Do footballers deserve to be paid £120,000 per week? Should Britain join the single European currency? Why is China the fastest growing economy in the world and how will it affect me?

 

Economics graduates have one of the highest average earning potentials. Many people with Economics degrees move onto Banking, Insurance and the Law or as professional Economists, advising multinational companies.

 

Studying Economics at AS/A2 level does not require students to have studied the subject at GCSE level – in teaching the course we assume no prior knowledge.

 

Full course details can be found at the following sites:

 

GCSE Economics

GCSE 2011 exams update web.aqa.org.uk

 

A-Level Economics

http://web.aqa.org.uk/qual/gce/business/economics_noticeboard.php?id=05&prev=05

 

 

Department team

Teacher Mr T Murray

Teacher Mrs C Newton

Teacher Mr D Danaher