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Course: BTEC Level 1/2 Tech Award in Enterprise |
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Examination Criteria: Students complete three components:
Component 1: Exploring Enterprises (internally assessed - externally moderated) - 30% of overall mark Students will examine different enterprises to develop knowledge and understanding of the characteristics of enterprises and the skills needed by entrepreneurs
Component 2: Planning for and Pitching an Enterprise Activity (coursework - internally assessed - externally moderated) - 30% of overall mark Students will explore ideas, plan and pitch a micro-enterprise activity to an audience, and use feedback to review their business plan.
Component 3: Promotion and Finance for Enterprise (externally assessed) 40% of overall mark. Students are required analyse and interpret information in relation to an enterprise and to make recommendations on strategies to use to improve the performance of the enterprise.
Grading Structure: Pass to Distinction* Exam board website: https://qualifications.pearson.com Course specification: 60319161 Progress 8 Slot: Open Head of Department: Mrs Y Hill |
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Course Description |
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KS4: Option
The BTEC Level 1/Level 2 Tech Award in Enterprise is for students who wish to acquire knowledge and skills through vocational contexts by studying the knowledge, behaviours and skills related to researching, planning, pitching and reviewing an enterprise idea. The qualification enables students to develop their technical skills, such as market research skills, planning, promotional and financial skills using realistic work scenarios, and personal skills, (such as monitoring own performance, time management and problem solving). |
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Department statement |
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The BTEC Level 1/2 Tech Award in Enterprise will provide the student with an insight into the world of enterprise. The subject helps the student make more informed decisions in life, providing them with the knowledge, skills, attitudes and values needed for the world of work. The qualification encourages the student to think about how enterprises start up and encourages them to think if they might consider setting up their own enterprise. |
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Careers |
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Accountancy. Advertising. Banking, investment and financial services. General management. HR/personnel. Management consultancy. Public relations. Retail management. |
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GCSE Bitesize |
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Extra-Curricular: |
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None currently |
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Schemes of work Overview |
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