Careers in Business

There are a whole range of careers you can pursue in business and multiple academic choices and career pathways.  As a guide, business roles can cover many areas such as:-

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• Procurement, 

• Human Resources (HR), 

• Business Administration,

• Business Analyst, 

• Project Management,

• Sales and Marketing,

• Logistics and Supply Chain Management, 

• Finance 

• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

 

What GCSEs do you need for business?

GCSE Business is an ideal preparation for A-Level Business Studies or a Level 3 Business course.  A good all round education including GCSE Maths at Level 5 and above will help.

 

There are multiple study options for Business so don't worry if you don't get the grades you were hoping for. You can study business through a variety of pathways including College Courses that provide introductory levels to business and T-Levels. For those of you wishing to study Business at University, take a look at the UCAS page.

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If you are over 18, you can study professional qualifications with the CIPD and CMI. All have flexible study and payment options. Take a look at the links below to explore a range of careers in Business and Finance, including apprenticeships:-

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https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/job-categories/business-and-finance

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https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/job-sectors/business-consulting-and-management/business-apprenticeships

 

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