Course description
This online GCSE Business Studies course is perfect for anyone looking to develop their knowledge of the business world and potentially progress to studying related subjects at A Level and beyond. This course is also ideal for anyone looking to learn more about how businesses work and operate to help them in their career. During this course, you will explore topics such as the various factors affecting businesses such as technology, ethics, and the economy. You will also learn more about the marketing mix, recruitment and selection, and cash flow. This AQA GCSE Business Studies course is the same course as the one offered in schools throughout the UK. This online GCSE allows you to study the same syllabus from home at your own pace, without needing to attend classes. This means that you will sit the same exams and achieve the same recognised qualification. Please note that you must complete the exams to achieve the full GCSE qualification. You can choose to add your exams to your enrolment, and we will save you the hassle of booking them, giving you more time to dedicate to your studies. If you do not add your exams to your enrolment, you will be responsible for booking and paying for your exams by liaising directly with your chosen exam centre.
Course Content
Specification code: 8132
Unit 1 Business in the real world
- The purpose and nature of business
- Business ownership
- Setting business aims and objectives
- Stakeholders
- Business location
- Business planning
- Expanding a business
Unit 2 Influences on business
- Technology
- Ethical and environmental considerations
- The economic climate of businesses
- Globalisation
- Legislation
- Competitive environment
Unit 3 Business operations
- Production processes
- The role of procurement
- The concept of quality
- Good customer services
Unit 4 Human resources
- Organisational structures
- Recruitment and selection of employees
- Motivating employees
- Training
Unit 5 Marketing
- Identifying and understanding customers
- Segmentation
- The purpose and methods of market research
- The elements of marketing mix: price, product, promotion, and place
Unit 6 Finance
- Sources of finance
- Cash flows
- Financial terms and calculations
- Analysing the financial performance of a business
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