The intention of the Business curriculum at Weald of Kent Grammar School is to develop an interest and understanding of what drives businesses and business people. Business is a broad subject in the Social Sciences, allowing the in-depth study of a range of specialties such as accountancy, finance, organisation, human resources management, economics and marketing. It helps students understand and answer questions. This subject gives our young people a great platform from which to study at university or launch a variety of careers.
Key stage 4
Year 10
- Topic 1.1 Enterprise and entrepreneurship
- Topic 1.2 Spotting a business opportunity
- Topic 1.3 Putting a business idea into practice
- Topic 1.4 Making the business effective
- Topic 1.5 Understanding external influences on business
Year 11
- Topic 2.1 Growing the business
- Topic 2.2 Making marketing decisions
- Topic 2.3 Making operational decisions
- Topic 2.4 Making financial decisions
- Topic 2.5 Making human resource decisions
Key stage 5
Year 12
Theme 1: Marketing and People
- The Market
- Meeting Customer Needs
- The Marketing Mix and Marketing Strategy
- Entrepreneurs and Leaders
- Managing People
Theme 2: Managing Business Activities
- Raising Finance
- Financial Planning
- Managing Finance
- Resource Management
- The External Business Environment
Year 13
Theme 3: Business Decisions and Strategy
- Business Growth
- Business Objectives and Strategy
- Decision-Making Techniques
- Influences on Business Decisions
- Assessing Competitiveness
- Managing Change
Theme 4: Global Business
- Globalisation
- Global Markets and Business Expansion
- Global Marketing
- Multi-National Corporations