A Level Business
Why Study Cambridge A Level Business?
If you want a thorough grounding in the skills required for today’s rapidly changing business world, our Cambridge A Level Business course will provide it. Most employers are keen to employ individuals with a good understanding of business. Students who study A Level Business can go on to pursue Accountancy, Economics and a whole range of Management-related courses at university.
You’ll gain knowledge of all aspects of running a business and also the skills required to start your own. Whatever scale your future business is on, whether you are selling homemade produce or running a large corporation, you’ll need to understand the basics of a successful business. This course will enable you to do so.
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A Level Course Information
What do I Need to Know to Enrol?
Some universities advise that combinations of A Level subjects with similar content should be avoided. For example if you propose studying A Level Economics and A Level Business you are advised to contact universities before making decisions about subject combinations that include these two subjects. There is no prior knowledge requirements for A level Business Studies, however, all students must have a GCSE/IGCSE in English Language and Maths at Grade C/4 or above.
A Level Entry RequirementsThe Syllabus and Exam
Our course will prepare you for the Cambridge International Examination Business syllabus 9609. The full A Level qualification comprises exams at AS and at A Level, which may be taken together or separately. Exams take place in March (India only), June and November.
For the AS Business you will take: Paper 1: Short Answer and Essay worth 20% of the AS level or 10% of the full A Level. (1 hour and 15 minutes) Paper 2: Data Response worth 60% of the AS level or 30% of the full A Level. (1 hour and 30 minutes)
To complete the full A Level Business qualification, in addition to the AS papers above, you will take: Paper 3: Case Study worth 50% of the full A Level. (3 hours) This paper is based on additional A Level syllabus content and also assumes knowledge and understanding required for AS Level above.
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Course Fee
The fee for Cambridge A Level Business is £795 via instalments. There is a discount of 5% for payment in full reducing the fee to £755.
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Meet Our A Level Business Tutors
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Ailbhe Farren
Business & Economics are exciting subjects, allowing you to develop your understanding of the way economies work, focusing on businesses that interest you, while developing skills of analysis and evaluation.
BA, MA, PGCE Subject: Business Studies, Economics View Profile -
Sue Ganley
Business is a fascinating and relevant subject with strong links to society and to other subjects in the curriculum. I've been able to inspire many of my students to follow a business career.
BA, PGCE, DMS, DipM Subject: Business Studies View Profile -
James Etherton
I have a passion for vocational education and believe that there are many different pathways for students to fulfil their potential. I look forward to helping students develop a love of lifelong learning.
BSc, MA, PGCE Subject: Business & Economics View Profile -
Tom Cannon
Studying Business enables us to understand the mechanisms that allow our society to run efficiently. From taxation and trade deals to understanding the ways advertisers manipulate consumers.
BA, PGCE Subject: Business Studies View Profile -
Shaun Wardle
My time spent working in banking allows me to contextualise my teaching with a range of real examples. I’m looking forward very much to working as your Tutor for this fascinating subject.
HNC, BA, QTS Subject: Business Studies View Profile -
Peter Richards
I am passionate about getting students to see the real world relevance of what they are studying. Business is a subject that provides students with skills that are very relevant for future careers
LLB, PGCE Subject: Business Studies View Profile -
David Cooper
My diverse experience has helped me become a versatile and dynamic educator bringing out the best. I believe homeschooling allows all students to receive a high quality education.
BCS, QTS, PGCE Subject: Computer Science & Business Studies View Profile -
Erin New
Business Studies is great – it helps you to understand why and how business decisions are made. Students I have taught have loved it because they can apply it to real life – I hope you will too!
BA, PGCE Subject: Business Studies View Profile
