A-Level Business Studies

Course Code: BA137
Award Level 3, Similar to - NVQ Level 3, A-Level

This A-Level Business Studies home study course is a fascinating insight in to modern business and commerce techniques. Business studies is a contemporary and “real world” subject. Business studies students can benefit greatly from drawing on experience of employment, experience as consumers and what they see in the media.

In this A-level Business Studies Course is based on the new syllabus and so you will gain an understanding of how businesses work; how the world around them affects decision-making within a business; what leads to change and how businesses respond to these issues; and the range of perspectives that can be taken on business activities. It also helps develop a range of important and transferable skills: data skills; presenting arguments and making recommendations on the basis of the available evidence; and problem solving.

Course Content

AS Level
- Planning and Financing a Business - Starting a Business, Financial Planning
- Managing a Business - People, Operations Management, Marketing and Competition
A2 Level
- Strategies for Success - Financial Strategies and accounts, Marketing Strategies, Operations Strategies, HR Strategies
- The Business Environment and Managing Change - Mission, Aims and Objectives, External Influences, Managing Change

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Students receive a course manuals and study guide plus tutor support by telephones, mail or email. Your A-level course materials will be sent out in the post.

Qualifications

Upon successful completion of this home learning course you will receive an A-Level in Business Studies (AS/A2) issued by AQA. Both AS and A2 level courses and examinations must be successfully completed to gain a full A level. We have chosen this syllabus as it is the best suited to distance learning.

Course Questions & Answers

Q: What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

You will need to have a reasonable grade GCSE or "O" Level in Business Studies as the concepts in the A-Level Business Studies course follow on and use some of the knowledge you will have gained.

Q: Is there a time limit for completion of this course?

We provide you with a full 24 months to complete your home learning course, this is a lot more time than you need so that you can study at your own pace and in your own time without the pressure of tight deadlines – this course is truly flexible and aimed at being adaptable around your lifestyle.

Q: What is included in the cost of my course?

Learning documentation and course materials
Unlimited tutor support via email

Q: Is there a required reading list?

Yes, you will be required to study from the following textbooks:

Business Studies (Ian Marcouse) Hodder and Stoughton, 2nd Edition, ISBN: 0340811102

Textbooks can be purchased from any good bookshop or you can purchase them directly from us.

Q: Do I have to sit an exam?

Yes, you will need to take the standard A-Level examinations in order to fully complete this course. The examinations run on specific dates which can be obtained by visiting the AQA website. You will be required to book these examinations yourself and so we can provide a list of over 400 A-Level test centres around the country.

Q: Are there any additional costs?

You will need to purchase the books listed above, would also recommend that you obtain a good quality scientific calculator and you will generally be required to pay a small fee to take your examinations at the examining centre that you choose.

Q: What if I live outside the UK?

You are still able to study this A-Level course. You will however be required to take the examinations within the UK as this is the only reliable way to access you.

Q: How do I get my work assessed?

Every student is issued with envelopes in order to return your completed work to us. Once we receive your coursework we will mark it and return it to you.