AS and A-level Business
There are no planned changes to AS and A-level Business for 2021 following Ofqual’s consultation
- Teaching from: September 2015
- Exams from: 2016 (AS), 2017 (A-level)
- Specification code: 7131 7132
- QAN code: 601/4337/X; 601/4336/8
We demonstrate the interrelated nature of business using business models, theories and techniques to support analysis of contemporary business issues and situations.
We have a proven track record of providing high quality, successful business qualifications that we have continued to improve through teacher feedback and operational experience.
Our content is designed to engage students with topics and issues that are relevant in today's society, through key contemporary developments such as digital technology, business ethics and globalisation topics.
A comprehensive range of support is available including direct contact with our subject team, our website and teacher CPD courses.
Teaching resources
Plan
Prepare for your teaching year. Information, support and services to help you deliver the specification.
Teach
Teaching resources that you can use to plan your lessons and support your students’ learning.
Assess
Prepare your students for assessment. Past papers, mark schemes and example answers.
Key dates
Series: June 2021
Start time: pm
Duration: 2h Exam for A-level Business Paper 1 (7132/1)
Series: June 2021
Start time: pm
Duration: 1h 30m Exam for AS Business Paper 1 (7131/1)
Series: June 2021
Start time: am
Duration: 2h Exam for A-level Business Paper 2 (7132/2)
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Teacher
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