A Level Business

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Applications open - 9.00am Monday 2 November 2026

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Entry Requirements - 4 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above (subject specific entry requirements apply)

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Whilst we do not have a deadline for receiving applications, to avoid disappointment applicants are invited to be submitted their applications as soon as possible as courses will be offered on a first come first served basis (subject to entry requirements).

Business is a dynamic and practical subject that explores how organisations operate, compete and make decisions in an increasingly competitive world. You will develop an understanding of how businesses are created, managed and developed, while considering the challenges and opportunities they face.

Whether you are interested in becoming an entrepreneur, working for a major organisation, studying economics or finance, or simply want to understand the world around you. A Level Business provides valuable knowledge and skills for your future.

The Pearson Edexcel A Level Business specification (9BS0) covers a wide range of topics, allowing you to explore business from both a theoretical and practical perspective.

You will study:

• Marketing and people – how businesses identify customer needs, develop products and services, build brands and manage their employees.
• Managing business activities – how businesses plan, finance and manage their operations, including sources of finance, budgeting, business performance and supply chains.
• Business decisions and strategy – how businesses analyse information, respond to competitors and make strategic decisions to achieve their objectives.
• Global business – how businesses operate in international markets and respond to globalisation, exchange rates, international competition and changing economic conditions.

Five GCSE grades 4-9

A Level Business can lead to a wide range of careers in areas such as marketing, finance, management, human resources, sales, entrepreneurship and business consultancy. The course develops valuable skills in communication, problem-solving, analysis, decision-making and working with data, which are highly valued by employers across many industries.