Business Studies and Economics
The Business and Economics department is seen as a vibrant and lively hub of activity, which is held in high regard
throughout the school. The ethos is one of promoting intelligent and stimulating learning which excites, inspires
and motivates students of all levels.
The department has its own dedicated area within the 6th form, comprising of three classrooms, two of which are
fully equipped with modern ICT facilities. The department consists of a hard-working team who are enthusiastic
and committed to the learning of the children at the school. We aim to give our students the knowledge and skills
to understand the working of the economy and business organisations.
Departmental Aims
The Business Studies Department aims to achieve the following:
 A rewarding and stimulating learning experience for students
 The learning and application of Business Studies theory to the world of today
 Specific and measurable learning outcomes in preparation for the examination
 A broad range of transferable skills and useful knowledge in preparation for further study
and/or working life
Aims of Economics
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To develop an understanding of economic concepts and theories through a critical consideration of current
economic issues, problems and institutions that affect everyday life
To encourage students to apply economic concepts and theories in a range of contexts and to appreciate
their value and limitations in explaining real-world phenomena
Aims of Business Studies
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To develop a critical understanding of organisations, the context in which they operate, the markets they
serve and the process of adding value
To develop key skills through an investigative, problem solving approach, which requires analysis and
evaluation of business scenarios
Current courses on offer:
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KS4:
 GCSE Travel and Tourism (Edexcel)
 GCSE Business Studies (Edexcel)
 GCSE Business(AQA- Year 11 only)
KS5:
 A Level Business Studies (Edexcel)
 A Level Economics (Edexcel)
 BTEC L3 Subsidary Diploma in Business (Edexcel)
 BTEC L3 Subsidary Diploma in Travel and Tourism (Edexcel )
2016 Results:
At GCSE level, the department enjoyed a 70% A*-C pass rate at with 37% of pupils achieving A*-A. In Business
Studies at A-level we achieved 92% A*-C with 58% of students achieving A*-B. In A Level Economics we
achieved 80% A*-C grades, with 50% of students achieving A*-B. As you can see, some outstanding results
across the board for this department.
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