Business (generic) Business (generic).

Curriculum Leader

Mrs Lindsey Scott

Awarding Body

OCR Course Specification

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs passes at level 4 or above including Level 4 or above in English (Language/Literature) and Level 4 or above in Maths.

Why choose OCR Cambridge Technicals Level 3 Extended Certificate in Business?

Business is frequently front page news and with TV programmes like The Apprentice having raised the profile of Business to a new generation, there has never been a better time to study the subject. You will learn how businesses are organised, structured and financed. You’ll investigate how they recruit and train staff, market their products and service their customers.

Overall it is perfect for students who want a balanced mix theory and practical application, helping pupils develop critical skills. It’s an engaging, relevant course that empowers students to succeed in the dynamic world of business.

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What will I learn in Y12 and how will I be assessed?

Unit 1: The Business Environment

Unit 4: Customers and Communications

Unit 1 - A 2 hour exam worth 90 marks.  This is externally marked and worth double

Unit 4 -  Coursework scenarios.  This is internally assessed and externally moderated

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What will I learn in Y13 and how will I be assessed?

Unit 2: Working in Business

Unit 5: Marketing and Market Research

Unit 8: Human Resources

Unit 2 - A 90 minutes paper worth 60 marks. Examines the skills and understanding needed to work effectively in a business environment, eg. arranging meetings, working with business documents, making payments, prioritising business activities. This is externally marked.

Unit 5 - Coursework scenarios. You will learn how market research contributes to marketing decision-making with particular emphasis on market research & analysis. This is internally assessed and externally moderated

Unit 8 - Coursework scenarios.  Pupils will learn about Human Resources including staff motivation, employment law and staff training.

For each unit, you will be awarded points which equate to an overall grade of Pass, Merit, Distinction or Distinction*.

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How will I learn?

You will learn through opportunities to:

  • Discuss key concepts in pairs and groups
  • Independently read around the topics
  • Apply learning through case studies
  • Work independently on written tasks
  • Practice exam style questions
  • Question visiting speakers
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Many Business Studies students go on to study the subject at university. Others have chosen to specialise in key aspects of the course such as Accountancy and Finance, Human Resources Management, Marketing, Economics or other related fields.

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Many different career paths are open to students of this subject including Business and International Management, Accountancy, Law, and Banking.

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