Humanities

Faculty: Humanities

Subject: A-level Business Studies 

Staff and responsibility: Mrs Loader – Subject Lead, Mrs Taman & Mr Maguire 

Exam Board: AQA

A Level Business Studies at Trinity High School provides students with the opportunity to develop a deep understanding of how businesses operate in an increasingly dynamic and globalised world. The subject is highly relevant to students’ future careers, whether they aspire to work within an organisation, manage projects, or become entrepreneurs and business leaders themselves. 

Throughout the course, students develop a wide range of transferable skills, including analytical thinking, problem solving, decision making, communication, and commercial awareness. Learning is enriched through opportunities to engage with real businesses, including visits to local and national organisations, as well as guest speakers who share their expertise and experiences from the world of work. 

Students are taught through a variety of engaging and challenging teaching approaches that extend their business knowledge and understanding. They are encouraged to apply theoretical concepts to contemporary business issues through the use of case studies, practical simulations, debates, and real-world examples. This enables students to develop the confidence to analyse, evaluate, and make judgements on complex business decisions. 

A Level Business Studies equips students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence required for success in higher education, apprenticeships, and a wide range of professional careers, while fostering an entrepreneurial mindset and an understanding of the role businesses play in society. 

What does this subject prepare you for? 

A Level Business Studies is a highly regarded and versatile qualification that keeps a wide range of future pathways open to students. The knowledge and skills developed throughout the course are valued by universities, employers, and apprenticeship providers alike, making it an excellent choice for students who want to develop both academic understanding and practical business awareness. 

The subject complements a broad range of other disciplines, including Economics, Mathematics, the Social Sciences, Humanities, and Computing, providing a strong foundation for further study. Students regularly progress to university courses such as Business Management, Marketing, Accounting and Finance, Economics, Human Resource Management, International Business, and Entrepreneurship. 

Business Studies also opens the door to a diverse range of careers, including management, accountancy, banking, finance, marketing, sales, human resources, consultancy, retail management, operations, and business analysis. The entrepreneurial skills developed through the course are equally valuable for those who aspire to start and run their own business.