Applied Business Studies focuses more on the application of business principles through the study of real businesses and people operating in the world of financial planning and monitoring. This is a course for viewers of Dragon’s Den and The Apprentice. It is also ideal for those interested in deepening knowledge of big businesses and their practices. There is an end of year examination but unlike Business Studies, portfolio work is a much more significant component

Most successful students in the subject want to pursue the subject at degree level. Career opportunities are vast, from public sector administration, marketing and retail, teaching and accountancy. There is also the option to start your own business.