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GCSE Business (9-1) - J204

Business (9-1) - J204

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Specification at a glance

Assessment overview

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Business (01): Business activity, marketing and people

801 hour 30 mins50%

Business (02): Operations, finance and influences on business*

801 hour 30 mins50%

* Indicates inclusion of synoptic assessment.

Students must complete both components (01 and 02) to be awarded the OCR GCSE (9-1) in Business.

Content overview

Business 01: Business activity, marketing and people

Students are introduced to business concepts and issues concerning the activities of a business. They explore the purpose and role of a business from spotting an opportunity through to the growth of an established business. They also look at the role of marketing and human resources.

Business 02: Operations, finance and influences on business

Students take a closer look at the role of operations and finance in business activity. Operations include production processes, quality of goods and services, customer service, and working with suppliers. Finance covers its role, its sources, costs, profit and loss, cash and cash flow.

They also explore how business responds to external influences, such as ethical and environmental considerations, the economic climate and globalisation, and the interdependent nature of business.

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