Business A Level

Whether you wish to work in a large organisation or you have ambitions of starting your own business, this A level gives you an understanding of how business works. It’s ideal for students who want to explore enterprise, management and finance in a modern context.

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Course overview

You’ll investigate how organisations deliver goods and services, and explore key areas such as financial management, marketing, personnel and production. A strong focus on enterprise and innovation runs throughout the course.

What this course covers

Entry Requirements

You’ll need a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including grade 4 in Maths and grade 5 in English Language.

Progression Opportunities

A Level Business supports progression to university degrees in business management, finance, accounting, marketing, logistics and more. It also complements subjects like Law and Economics.

Delivery And Assessment

This two-year course, through the exam board: Pearson Edexcel, is entirely assessed by written examination at the end of two years of study, covering all content covered over the duration of
study.

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Course start dates

September 7, 2026
Course Code: SASBUSFSM-1
Location: Sutton Coldfield College