Curriculum Intent
Our Business curriculum aims to provide a broad and balanced education that empowers students to understand and engage with the dynamic world of business. At its heart, this curriculum is designed to be ambitious, challenging, and inclusive, with the principles of Catholicity and faith guiding both content and approach. It seeks to develop the knowledge, skills, and values necessary for students to succeed academically while fostering a sense of responsibility, integrity, and social consciousness. Through problem-solving, case studies, and real-world applications, students will develop skills required to navigate and succeed in an ever-changing business landscape. Our ambition for students is not only to achieve high academic standards but also to inspire them to set and pursue their own goals in business and leadership, developing confidence and resilience along the way.
Curriculum Plan
Business Curriculum Overview 2022 2023
Student Learning Journey
Business Student Learning Journey
Exam Board Information
Key Stage 4
Key Stage 5
Reading List
Up to date & every day reading:
- The BBC News website is an excellent source of relevant contemporary articles that can be found by searching via specific topics.
- Tutor2U is very good at selecting relevant business news articles and linking it to topic areas of the course.
Useful revision guides:
- GCSE Business Edexcel Tutor2u revision cards
- Tutor2u Numeracy booklets (GCSE and A Level)
Career Links
Business is a subject which lends itself towards general career discussions during lesson time. Undertaking Business at Key Stage 4 allows students to identify the key elements of running a business, allowing them to develop their entrepreneurial skills.
At Key Stage 5, Business goes into greater detail on most topics that are covered at GCSE level. We share regular reading materials which provides students with up to date information about the latest changes in the economy and the world of business. We support students in their next steps after Key Stage 5, either supporting them with the UCAS applications to study Business at Degree Level, or by liaising with them when they apply for apprenticeships, or look to set up their own businesses.
We ensure that our students attend regular careers fayres within school which allows them to have face-to-face contact with business men and women from within the local area.
Subject Leader Information
Subject Leader: Ms Fatima Ollow
