Business Education isn’t just about the nuts and bolts of businesses; it’s about equipping you with the skills to navigate the commercial world with confidence. You’ll develop your thinking and communication skills alongside learning how businesses operate.
Early Years (S1 & S2):
Your introduction to business will come through our common ICT course where you will cover Business Management and Digital Literacy. These courses provide a taster for what’s to come.
Moving On (S3 onwards):
This is where you can choose to delve deeper. Business Management becomes an option, exploring exciting areas like marketing, accounting, and human resources. You might even get a chance to put theory into practice by running a mini-company or participating in schemes like Young Enterprise, a UK initiative fostering entrepreneurial spirit.
Senior Stages (S4-S6):
Ready to take things further? Higher and Advanced Higher Business Management qualifications allow you to refine your knowledge and skills. So, if you’re curious about the business world, want to hone your communication, or fancy yourself a future entrepreneur, Business Education could be a perfect fit for you.
What You’ll Learn:
- Understanding Businesses: Different business structures (sole trader, partnerships etc.), their operations, and their contribution to the economy.
- Marketing: Exploring how businesses reach customers, from market research and branding to advertising and social media use.
- Finance: Delving into the financial side of a business, including accounting principles, budgeting, and understanding profit and loss.
- Human Resources: Learning about people management within a business, from recruitment and training to employee relations.
- Digital Literacy: This subject equips you with the crucial digital skills needed in any modern business, including:
- Technology Use: Mastering software programs like spreadsheets and presentation tools.
- E-Commerce: Understanding online businesses and how they operate in the digital age.
- Cyber Security: Learning about online safety and data protection practices.
- Accounting: A deeper dive into financial management, including bookkeeping and preparing financial statements.
- Law: Understanding the legal framework within which businesses operate.
- Entrepreneurship: Developing the skills and knowledge to start your own business venture.
Skills You’ll Develop:
- Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Business Education encourages you to analyse situations, identify problems, and develop effective solutions.
- Communication Skills: You’ll learn to communicate clearly in writing and verbally, whether it’s presenting an idea, writing a business plan, or negotiating a deal.
- Teamwork and Collaboration: Working effectively with others is essential in business, and you’ll develop your ability to collaborate in teams.
- Creativity and Innovation: Thinking outside the box is key in today’s business world, and Business Education helps you develop your creative and problem-solving skills.
- Decision-Making: Learning to weigh risks and benefits, analyse data, and make informed decisions is a crucial skill honed in Business Education.
By studying Business Education, you’ll gain a valuable toolkit of knowledge and skills that can benefit you not only in the world of business but also in your future studies and careers, regardless of the path you choose.
