Business Studies
The WJEC AS & A level in Business introduces students to the critical role of entrepreneurial activity in creating business opportunities within an ever-changing economic environment.
Why study Business?
Studying business gives you a broad understanding of how businesses operate in various contexts. It helps you critically assess how organisations meet society’s needs and develop creative solutions to business challenges. You’ll also gain awareness of ethical dilemmas and responsibilities, while acquiring essential skills in decision-making, problem-solving, and applying numerical skills in real-world business scenarios.
What skills do you develop?
- Understanding of organisations
- Management
- Finance
- Marketing
- Strategic thinking
- Problem solving in business contexts
What careers can you pursue?
- Business/Management degrees
- Marketing
- Finance
- Accounting
- Entrepreneurship
- Accounting
- HR
- Operations roles
AS & A level components
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Unit 1: 15% Business Opportunities, written examination: 1 hour 15 minutes (Short answer/structured questions)
Unit 2: 25% Business Functions, written examination: 2 hours (Data response paper)
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Unit 3: 30% Business Analysis & strategy, written exam: 2 hours 15 minutes (Short answer & data response questions)
Unit 4: 30% Business in a changing world, written examination: 2 hours 15 minutes (case study and essay)
Subject FAQ’s
Which examination board?
WJEC
Does the AS count towards the A level or is it a standalone qualification?
The AS qualification does count towards the A level. You will sit an AS qualification at the end of Year 12, which is worth 40% of your final grade.
How will you be assessed?
100% examination at AS and A level.
