Applied Business

EXAMINATION BOARD
EDEXCEL SPECIFICATION CODE 8721/9721

Course Introduction:
You will learn how to develop an understanding of how business works in the real world & how business functions work as part of a whole business. You will also take part in practical activities such as planning and running a business and organising an event.

The course studied is designed to encourage students to:
• Develop their key skills in the areas of Communication, Application of number, Information Technology, Problem solving, Working with others and improving Own Learning and Performance.
• Prepare them for the world of work. This course is highly attractive to the employer.
• Equip students with skills they will need in further education or training.

Entry Requirements:
To succeed in this course students will need to have attained:

At least 5 A*- C Grades at GCSE, including Maths & English

Course Assessment:
AS Level (Year 12)

• Investigating people at work
• Investigating Business
• Investigating Marketing

A2 Level (Year 13)

• Business Development
• Marketing Decisions
• Organising an event

Two thirds of the units throughout the two years are assessed through portfolio assignments that are marked by the teachers. The remaining two units are externally assessed written examinations.