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Business Studies

Overview

This course will allow you to develop a broad understanding of business organisations and provide you with the knowledge of the key business functional areas.

The curriculum reflects the ever-changing character of business and the rapid growth of new technologies.

Entry requirements

GCSE - 5 or above in Business Studies (if studied at GCSE Level)

Learning & Assessment

Why study this subject?

This is a fantastic subject as you'll engage with the world of business through the context of current business developments and real business situations. You'll learn how management, leadership and decision-making can improve performance in marketing, operational, financial and human resources. The subject provides a grounding in a wide range of skills which are vital for university and employment.

What can you expect from this A level?

You will study four core areas - Marketing and People, Managing Business Activities, Business decisions and strategy and global Business. You will learn in a collaborative environment with some teacher led activities, group work and also research projects. You will have the opportunity to attend guest lectures with key industry figures and high profile universities.

What can you do with a qualification in this subject?

This subject opens many doors including undergraduate study and careers in Business, Marketing, Finance, Accounting and Human Resources.

This is a good A level for students with an entrepreneurial passion and for those who wish to run and manage a high level organisation.

Assessment

The subject is assessed through three exam papers at the end of your second year. You will have the opportunity to build your skills in these exams throughout the course with regular feedback and areas for development.

Modules / Topics

Theme 1

Marketing and People.

Theme 2

Managing Business Activities.

Theme 3

Business Decisions and Strategy.

Theme 4

Global Business.

Trips / Visits / Enrichment

Enrichment
Entrepreneurs Club

Lily Boyle

Year 12 Student

"Business has been my favourite subject since starting it at GCSE, I’ve found it interesting and has been one of the first subjects that naturally came to me. From the knowledge to content to different tasks and exercises, I really enjoy the work and as a result, want to explore a career based around Business. I really enjoy the marketing side of the business and how different approaches are used to spread awareness about a product, but also how this can impact a business's success completely. Therefore, I’m looking at doing Business Marketing and Management at university."

Business Consultant

Assess and provide expert advice on factors influencing business performance, including market trends, operational efficiency, and strategic planning.
Conduct in-depth analysis of client data to formulate actionable recommendations that enhance overall business success.

Human Resources Manager

Determine optimal staffing levels and develop recruitment strategies to attract and retain organisational talent.
To foster a positive workplace culture, oversee employee relations, including conflict resolution and performance management.

Financial Analyst

Analyse financial data to evaluate company performance and prepare forecasts that inform investment and strategic decisions.
Prepare reports and presentations for stakeholders to discuss financial trends, risks, and opportunities.

Accountant

Maintain accurate financial records by preparing balance sheets, income statements, and tax returns.
Execute comprehensive internal and external audit programs to ensure compliance with regulations and accurate financial reporting.

Marketing Manager

Develop and execute marketing campaigns to promote products and services, analysing target demographics and market conditions.
Collaborate with sales teams and other departments to align marketing strategies with overall business objectives and track campaign performance.

Operations Manager

Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure business processes run smoothly and efficiently across departments.
Implement financial mechanisms and operational strategies to enhance productivity and reduce costs while ensuring quality standards.

Entrepreneur

Develop and refine business plans, identifying market opportunities and strategies to differentiate the business within its industry.
Manage all aspects of the business, including marketing, finance, and customer relations, to drive growth and sustainability.

Supply Chain Manager

Coordinate and optimise the supply chain process from procurement to distribution, ensuring timely delivery of products and services.
Analyse supply chain performance data to identify inefficiencies and implement improvements to enhance overall effectiveness.

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16 October 2026

Up and Running - Enrichment Success

This first half term for our Year 12 students has been the most successful ever for our Enrichment programme, which takes places on Tuesday afternoons. With a range of activities covering skills development, social, physical and practical extra curricular, we have over 700 students participating in 42 activities. Ranging from British Sign Language and IBM Cyber Security to Music and Film Production and even Dungeons and Dragons, these weekly sessions are an important part of our ASPIRE programme, and develop the community and ambition of our students in their first couple of weeks as part of NSFC. A major success this year has been our running club, which builds on our sponsorship of the Great North 10k and Great North 5k runs, which happened over the Summer, and saw over 400 participants from across our colleges. The group meet weekly and have both a competitive 5k run, and a less challenging run for those who simply want to get out and get some exercise. Led by Director of Curriculum Kate Gardner, this is a great example of our students engaging in physical activities and working together as a college community. Our first student experience survey illustrated the huge success of a range of our wider enrichments with great reviews of ‘A Taste of China’ for Chinese language beginners, ‘Performance Lab’ where students prepare a Christmas showcase and Film Production which is hosted and managed by a professional production company Digital Sidekick and builds real industry leading skills.

15 October 2026

'Unloc'king our Real Potential - Student Governor Event

A selected group of students, attended a one day conference and selection event to find our new Student Governor, hosted by Unloc, a youth organisation dedicated to empowering young people with programmes designed to develop skills and experience in developing leaders and the student voice. Nadine Dosky, Lauren Dudley, Yasemin Aysa Yildiz and Niamh Richardson attended the event as part of the NSFC group and engaged amazingly throughout the day, gaining valuable experience and eventually selecting Nadine as our next Student Governor for the academic year 2026-2027. The NCG Prospective Student Governors Event was a practical and creative hybrid day that explored the key skills needed for student leadership and representation, with sessions including, ‘being a changemaker,’ ‘creating your pitches’ and ‘selecting your new governors.’ The small group of students from NSFC really benefitted from the activity led by Ben and Kellie from Unloc, and were really grateful to have been selected as potential leaders from among our fabulous students at the sixth form.

9 October 2026

Ready to Aspire

The students at Newcastle Sixth Form College are taking on a new vision for our college community, with the acronym ASPIRE, to help them succeed and really enjoy their A Level experience.

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Business Studies

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