IB Business Management

Applications Open - Wednesday 12 November 2025

Applications Close - Friday, 16 January 2026

Entry Requirements - Admissions into LAE6 are based on candidates successfully meeting our entry requirements of at least five good passes in GCSE subjects (grade 4 or above), including at least a grade 4 in Maths and English, and grade 6 or better in the subjects they wish to study.

How to Apply

Internal Students: Apply via Applicaa using this link: https://ebbsfleetacademy.applicaa.com/sixthform

External Students: Apply via Applicaa using this link: https://ebbsfleetacademy.applicaa.com/sixthform

Please note - after sending your application, you'll receive a welcome email from Applicaa asking for further information.

The IB Business Management course provides a comprehensive understanding of business principles, practices, and skills. It focuses on developing analytical and strategic thinking abilities, preparing students for higher education and careers in business. The course emphasises the importance of ethical decision-making and the role of businesses in society

Business Organisation and Environment

Types of organisations

Organisational objectives

Stakeholders

Human Resource Management

Organisational structure

Leadership and management

Motivation theories

Finance and Accounts

Sources of finance

Financial accounts

Marketing

Marketing planning

Sales forecasting

The marketing mix

Operations Management

Production methods

Business Strategy

Strategic analysis tools (SWOT, PEST)

Internal Assessment: A research project on a real-world business issue (25%).

External Assessment: Two written exams covering all course topics (75%).

Admissions into EA6 are based on candidates successfully meeting our entry requirements of at least 5 good passes in GCSE subjects (grade 4 or above). This includes achieving at least a grade 4 in Maths and English.