Business Studies

BUSINESS STUDIES

Why should I come to Pendleton College?
Business Studies students at Pendleton College are taught by well-qualified, experienced tutors who are keen to ensure every student achieves their potential. Students have access to a wide range of resources, including online learning materials.

What will I study?
The Business Studies course is modular. To gain an AS qualification in Business Studies, students study:

• Developing New Business Ideas
• Managing the Business

To gain an A2 qualification in Business Studies, students will also study:

• International Business
• Making Business Decisions

What will I achieve?
Having studied Business Studies at this level you can go into the workplace with a better understanding of how any business operates. This course can lead on to Higher Education courses where students can specialise in particular areas such as Retail Management, Marketing, Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations and International Business.

How is the course assessed?
All units are assessed by modular examinations. The question papers vary in their make-up, using multiple-choice, pre-issued or unseen case studies and data-response material.

What else will I do?
Students will have an opportunity to take part in the management of the Pendleton College shop. Every year there is a trip to a European financial centre (London, Frankfurt or Brussels). Students will also get the opportunity to take part in share trading games, business challenges at local universities, the Young Business Writer of the Year competition and Young Enterprise.