Business Studies A Level 3

Applications Open: - 8th October 2025

Applications Close:- 20th August 2026

How to Apply: - Please contact The Skinners’ School directly to apply. We do not accept applications via KentChoices

Please see here for more information about our Sixth Form and to complete an application form.

Business activity affects the daily lives of all people, as they work, spend, save, invest, travel and play. It also influences jobs, incomes and opportunities for personal enterprise and development. By studying Business you will get a greater insight and understanding to how we are all affected by business activity. Studying A-Level Business prepares you for a career in any business or organisation, in any sector or industry. You will understand how organisations operate, and develop your analytical and critical thinking skills throughout the course. This will be done using real life case studies to help apply your knowledge and understanding.

Year 12

• Theme 1 – Marketing and People
• Theme 2 – Finance and Operations

Year 13

• Theme 3 – Strategic Business Decision Making
• Theme 4 – Global Business

There is no coursework associated with this course. Students are assessed through three exams at the end of Year 13.

• Paper 1 (2 hours) Marketing, people and global business (35%)
• Paper 2 (2 hours) Business activities, decisions and strategy (35%)
• Paper 3 (2 hours) Investigating business in a competitive environment (30%)