--- title: "Business Studies" url: "https://qehs.co/general/curriculum/business-studies" school: "Queen Elizabeth High School" --- # Business Studies ### Business Studies ### This subject is part of the Faculty of Mathematics, Enterprise and Computing #### Our Head of Faculty is Mr J Pridden **** #### Our subject teachers and email are Mr M Lake **** Mr J Marrett **** #### Our subject intent is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of how businesses operate, the factors that influence them, and the skills needed to succeed in the business world. It aims to develop students' knowledge of key business concepts, their ability to analyze business situations, and their capacity to make informed decisions. Ultimately, the goal is to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for further study, future careers, and active participation in the economic landscape. further breakdown would be to look at: - Key Business Concepts - Students will learn about various business concepts, including marketing, finance, human resources, and operations. - Business Structures and Functions -They will explore how businesses are set up, organised, and how different departments within a business function. - External Influences - Students will analyze the impact of external factors like economic conditions, government policies, and technological advancements on business decisions and performance. - Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills - Students will develop the ability to analyze business problems, evaluate options, and make informed decisions. - Critical Thinking - They will learn to critically assess information, identify potential issues, and consider the implications of different business choices. - Financial Literacy - Students will gain an understanding of financial concepts, including revenue, costs, profit, and cash flow, as well as the ability to interpret financial statements. Learning Journey in Business Studies 2.16 MB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/queen-elizabeth-high-school/files/documents/curriculum/Business_studies_learning_journey_v1.png) ### Curriculum Subject Offer - Year 10 - Year 11 **Autumn Term** | | **Half term 1** | **Half term 2** | |---|---|---| | **Autumn** | The Purpose of Business Business ownership models Setting Business Aims and Objectives Stakeholders | The Purpose of Business Business ownership models Setting Business Aims and Objectives Stakeholders | | **Spring** | 4Ps – Product, Price, Place, promotion | Sources of Finance Cash Flow Financial performance | | **Summer** | Methods of Production Procurement Quality Control Customer Service | Revision / PPEs / Work Experience | SOW 899 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/queen-elizabeth-high-school/files/documents/curriculum/AQA-8132-SOW-2YR_(2).pdf) **Autumn Term** | | **Half term 1** | **Half term 2** | |---|---|---| | **Autumn** | Organisational Structures Recruitment Training | Understanding Customers Segmentation Market Research | | **Spring** | Digital Business considerations Ethical and Environmental Business considerations The Economic Climate | Globalisation Legislation Competitive Business Environments | | **Summer** | Revision / GCSE exams | | SOW 899 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/queen-elizabeth-high-school/files/documents/curriculum/AQA-8132-SOW-2YR_(2).pdf) - [![D of E](https://files.schudio.com/queen-elizabeth-high-school/images/partners/DOFE.png)](https://www.dofe.org/) - [![The Brilliant Club](https://files.schudio.com/queen-elizabeth-high-school/images/partners/The_Brilliant_CLub.png)](https://thebrilliantclub.org/the-scholars-programme/for-schools/the-programme/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=tsp&utm_content=3&gclid=Cj0KCQjwhsmaBhCvARIsAIbEbH6oP5DOCiapJfc-SK-69wlSGYG) - [![the Scholars Programme](https://files.schudio.com/queen-elizabeth-high-school/images/partners/Scholars.png)](https://thebrilliantclub.org/the-scholars-programme/) - [![School Games](https://files.schudio.com/queen-elizabeth-high-school/images/partners/School.png)](https://www.yourschoolgames.com/how-it-works/school-games-mark/) - ![Safe Remote Education](https://files.schudio.com/queen-elizabeth-high-school/images/partners/NOS.png) - ![National Online Safety](https://files.schudio.com/queen-elizabeth-high-school/images/partners/NOS_2.png) - [![OFSTED](https://files.schudio.com/queen-elizabeth-high-school/images/partners/OFSTED.png)](http://www.qehs.co/key-information/ofsted) ##### Location Ashfields Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4QS ##### Contact Us 01885 482230 ##### Stay Connected - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/Queen-Elizabeth-Humanities-College-1179791798708516/) - [X](https://twitter.com/qehsbromyard) - Ofsted © Copyright 2022–2026 Queen Elizabeth High School School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://qehs.co/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)