Business

Applications open: 10 October 2025

Applications close: 15 January 2026

Students can join Weald of Kent Grammar School at our Tonbridge Campus.

Entry Requirements: - If you wish to join the Weald of Kent Sixth Form you must have a minimum of a Grade 5 in English Language or English Literature and a Grade 5 in Mathematics. In addition, students also need to achieve an Average Point Score (APS) of 5.5 to be comprised of their best 8 GCSE results.

How to Apply: - Applications are made through Applicaa. Please see the school website for more information https://www.wealdofkent.kent.sch.uk/sixth-form

Business gives students problem solving tools to tackle traditional problems which arise within a dynamic business environment. You will learn about the diverse nature of business enterprise and the interdependence of the various parts of the business world. You will explore business success and business failure, investigate local, national and global business markets. Students will also understand how businesses need to adapt and respond strategically to the changing environment in which they operate to survive and grow.

The course is structured into four themes:

Theme 1: Marketing and People.

Included in Theme 1 are topics such as: “The Market”; “Meeting Customer Needs”; “The Marketing Mix and Marketing Strategy”; “Entrepreneurs and Leaders” and “Managing People”.

Theme 2: Managing Business Activities.

Included in Theme 2 are topics such as: “Raising Finance”; “Financial Planning”; “Managing Finance”; “Resource Management” and “The External Business Environment”.

Theme 3: Business Decisions and Strategy.

Included in Theme 3 are topics such as: “Business Growth”; “Business Objectives and Strategy”; “Decision-Making Techniques”; “Influences on Business Decisions”; “Assessing Competitiveness” and ”Managing Change”.

Theme 4: Global Business.

Included in Theme 4 are such topics as: “Globalisation”; “Global Markets and Business Expansion”; “Global Marketing” and “Multi-National Corporations”.

Students will be assessed by three externally examined papers in May/June of Year 13.

Paper 1: Paper 1 questions will be drawn from Themes 1 and 4. This is a 2 hour exam which comprises data response and essay questions (35% of total qualification).

Paper 2: Paper 2 questions will be drawn from Themes 2 and 3. This is a 2 hour exam which comprises data response and essay questions (35% of total qualification).

Paper 3: Paper 3 questions will be drawn from Themes 1, 2, 3 and 4. This is a 2 hour exam which will be based on a pre-released research task (30% of total qualification).

Students wishing to study Business should have achieved a Grade 6 in GCSE Business (if studied) or a Grade 6 in GCSE English Literature or GCSE English Language if it is a new subject. Students should also have a keen interest in understanding how businesses function and the wider economic environment in which businesses operate.

Many of our students go on to study Business, Finance and other related subjects/fields or secure relevant apprenticeships where they will make use of the knowledge and skills developed through this course.