Business

Business

Leading to a National Certificate in Business, this is an interesting and challenging one year course which will help you develop the skills, knowledge and understanding you need for employment or further education.



WHAT WILL I BE STUDYING?
Your studies will include learning about many different aspects of business such as marketing, finance and consumers in the public and private sectors. You will study a total of six units and there will be an emphasis on current business issues that are in the news. Your knowledge and understanding of different aspects of business will be developed through guest speakers and visits.



WHAT WILL I BE DOING IN LESSONS?
You will be carrying out a number of activities such as group work, individual research, discussing issues, problem solving and interpreting financial information. You will also be making use of information technology to help you complete activities.

Your assignment work will focus on real businesses and will allow you to research and report back to both your group and your tutor. Your tutor will help you in managing your workload.



HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
You will be required to produce a portfolio of assignments. Each time you complete an assignment, you will receive points and grades as well as written feedback from your tutor. When you have successfully completed your internal assessments, you will be awarded a final grade of Pass, Merit or Distinction.



WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DO I NEED TO TAKE THIS COURSE?
At least two GCSEs at grade D or better, preferably including English (language) and Maths. However, we like to look at individual achievements and will consider a range of qualifications and experience.

WHAT CAN I TAKE ALONGSIDE THE NATIONAL CERTIFICATE?
Students can take additional one year courses such as a GCSE or an AS level.



AND AFTER THE COURSE?
You can continue your studies on an Advanced level course within the College or elsewhere, or you could enter employment. You could combine employment with job related training and gain further accreditation for your skills and experience through an NVQ training programme.