Enterprise

Subject leader: Mr J Collett
Exam board: Pearson


Course Description:
Enterprise is for students who wish to acquire knowledge and skills through vocational contexts by studying how to research, plan, pitch and review an business enterprise idea.
Students will develop their technical skills, such as market research skills, planning, promotional and financial skills using realistic work scenarios, and their personal skills, through a practical and skills-based approach to learning.
Course Units
- Exploring Enterprises
- Planning and Presenting a MicroEnterprise Idea
- Marketing and Finance for Enterprise
Assessment:
The course is 60% internally assessed through assignment and 40% externally assessed by a 2 hour examination on Component 3: Marketing and Finance for Enterprise
Why should I study this course?
BTEC Tech Award in Enterprise will help students develop key skills and knowledge including the features and characteristics of enterprises and entrepreneurs, and the internal and external factors that can affect the performance of an enterprise. They will develop ways of working that are considered most important for enterprise, including monitoring and reflecting on their performance of an enterprise idea and their own use of skills. These lead to becoming more employable and future paths of study such as A level Business, Level 3 BTEC in Business and other courses.
Trips:
Students will be given the opportunity to partake in a Year 10 Business Studies trip to Paris, including exclusive EuroDisney business workshops. Students will explore key business concepts such as marketing, branding, and customer service through hands-on experiences at one of the world’s most successful entertainment brands. The trip also includes cultural tours of Paris, offering insights into the city’s rich history. This unique opportunity combines practical business learning with cultural enrichment, allowing students to apply their classroom knowledge in a global context. It’s a fantastic way to deepen business understanding and have fun while experiencing the magic of EuroDisney!
Student Quote:
“Enterprise has made me realise a lot more about what actually happens in businesses, our favourite brands and taught me more about the real world.” – Georgia Cottrell

