A Level

In Leeds

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Description

  • Type

    A Level

  • Location

    Leeds

  • Duration

    2 Years

Applied Business offers students the chance to learn about the main areas in business such as marketing, finance, human resources and production. However it differs from regular AS/A2 level courses in that it is much more hands on. For example you dont just learn about different promotional activities, you actually go out and produce a promotion campaign for a product. This involves making.

Important information

Government funding available

Facilities

Location

Start date

Leeds (West Yorkshire)
Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College St. Mark'S Avenue, LS2 9BL

Start date

On request

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Course programme


Applied Business

Level: AS and A2

Exam Board: AQA

Syllabus No: AS 8611, A2 8613

What will I study?

Applied Business offers students the chance to learn about the main areas in business such as marketing, finance, human resources and production. However it differs from regular AS/A2 level courses in that it is much more hands on. For example you dont just learn about different promotional activities, you actually go out and produce a promotion campaign for a product. This involves making advertising and sales promotion selections while working to an allocated budget. The practical nature of the course makes it more exciting and dynamic! The units taught at Notre Dame are as follows:
  • AS APPLIED BUSINESS UNITS: Assignment Financial Planning and Monitoring External test Meeting Customer Needs External test Developing a Product Assignment Career Planning Assignment
  • A2 APPLIED BUSINESS UNITS:Business Planning Assignment Marketing Strategy Assignment Promotional Activities Assignment Managing People External test Financial Accounting for Managers External test Managing Resources Assignment


How is this course assessed?

Two thirds of the course is assessed through a programme of assignments set and marked by your teachers, and externally moderated by the examinations board. One third of the course will be externally assessed through examinations.

What next?

Applied Business is an ideal qualification for those students who want a broad background in business and provides access to a wide range of degree courses in higher educational establishments. Due to the practical nature of the course it is also highly valued by prospective employers.

AS/A2 Applied Business

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