BTEC Business: Enterprise |
This course aims to: |
- actively engage students in the study of business
- develop independent learners with enquiring minds
- develop critical and reflective thinkers
- develop a knowledge and understanding of contemporary issues
- encourage students to apply their learning to work-related contexts
Why study a BTEC in Enterprise? |
The course will provide students with a broad overview of how the commercial world operates from both a practical and academic perspective. It will develop key transferable skills such as research and data analysis to support their progression to further learning and the workplace. A BTEC in Enterprise gives students valuable insights into how businesses work and how business is affected by the wider economy, all of which can be extremely useful for students in their future working life, whatever their chosen career.
What kind of student is suitable for this course? |
Students most suitable are those who can:
- make a concise report
- make logical links in their learning
- make decisions about an issue
- have some aptitude for maths
- act on advice
- think creatively and independently
- communicate effectively
- solve problems
- utilise ICT to research and present their findings
What career options are opened up by the course? |
Business Studies provides a good basis for a multitude of career options in the commercial world including:
- Business Manager
- Management Consultant
- Entrepreneur
- Banking
- Insurance
- Accountancy
Course Structure |
Students have three hours of lessons per week in mixed gender and mixed ability groups. The course is made up of three components: components one and two are internally assessed assignments, while component three is externally assessed.
Content
Component 1:
Exploring Enterprises (30% of total course). During component one, students will:
- Examine the characteristics of enterprises
- Explore how market research influences businesses
- Investigate the factors that contribute to the success of an enterprise
- Develop transferrable skills such as data analysis
Component 2:
Planning for and Pitching an Enterprise Activity (30%). During component two, students will:
- Explore ideas and plan for a micro-enterprise activity
- Pitch a micro-enterprise activity
- Review their own pitch for a micro-enterprise activity
- Develop their planning, research, presentation, and self-reflection skills
Component 3:
Promotion and Finance for Enterprise (40%). During component three, students will:
- Demonstrate knowledge of elements of production and financial records
- Interpret promotional and financial information in context
- Make connections between different factors influencing a business
- Advise and recommend measures to improve a businesses performance
The component 3 exam lasts 2 hours, consists of 60 marks, and involves both calculation and written questions.
Key Contact |
Mr Barker, Lead Teacher of Business and Economics
Syllabus Website |