Business - A Level
Victory Academy, The
Magpie Hall Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 5JB
Available start dates
Available start dates
Application Instructions
Applications Open: 3rd November 2025
Applications Close: 1st September 2026
Entry Requirements: Please see courses for more information
How to Apply: Via Kent Choices website
Course Summary
In this course, we will follow a clear and coherent structure, covering four engaging and up-to-date themes. Students will continuously progress throughout the course.
The course reflects today’s global world – in the second year of study, students develop an understanding of current global issues that impact on business, preparing them for their next steps in today’s global world. Develops transferable skills for progression to higher education – students will develop a multitude of skills, including numeracy, communication and an understanding of research methodology in order to make a smooth transition to the next level of study.
Course Details
This qualification helps develop a holistic understanding of business. Students investigate, analyse and evaluate business opportunities and issues. Building on this, and by using both qualitative and quantitative methods, they are encouraged to take a more strategic view of their decisions and recommendations.
Theme 1
Meeting customer needs, The market, Marketing mix and strategy Managing people, Entrepreneurs and leaders
Theme 2
Raising finance, Financial Planning, Managing finance, External influences
Theme 3
Business objectives and strategy, Business growth, Decision-making techniques, Influences on business decisions, Assessing competitiveness,Managing change
Theme 4
Globalisation, Global markets and business expansion, Global marketing, Global industries and companies (multinational corporations)
How will it be delivered and assessed?
GCSE Level 5 in English and maths.
Previous Business studies knowledge is beneficial but not essential
Your next steps...
Opportunities this course can lead to:
Maritime and Commercial Shipping Law Quantity Surveying and construction Radiography
Insurance accounts
Retail and Fashion design Business management Advertising
Politics
Human Resources and personnel
Trainee Management Schemes / Higher Apprenticeships Accountancy
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