Engaging in academic research and writing will help learners to interpret and evaluate sources of information and evidence before becoming involved in the production of evidence based, logical, arguments. The aim of this unit is, therefore, to support the exploration of key topics which form part of the academic research and writing process so that learners will be able to achieve greater success and recognition in their studies.

The aim of this unit is to introduce learners to the interaction between the general economic environment and business activity. Learners will gain the underpinning knowledge to recognise the components and construct of the business sector and examine the fundamental factors which influence how a business operates within the context of its internal and external business environment.

The aim of the unit is to help you to understand and apply the principles of financial accounting in a business setting. Learners will gain insight into financial record keeping systems and learn how to adjust and prepare accounts for different business types. In addition, they will learn how professional characteristics and ethical principles are applied and regulated in an accounting context.

This unit is designed to develop skills in using quantitative methods, including how to present and use business and management data to inform business decisions. By developing quantitative skills at this level, you will be able to apply business concepts in areas such accounting, finance, and human resource management. Quantitative data is often employed to assist with business decisions, for example, calculating sales volume to recover costs, determining the price of a new product, or measuring the performance of the business etc.

The aim of the unit is for learners to develop their skills in management accounting, including preparation of budgets, costing, capital expenditure appraisal, and to apply these skills to a real world case or case study.

Having hard management and soft leadership skills is often stated by employers as being key to the success of a business but few people have sufficient quantities of both to make a significant impact on business operations and strategy. The aim of this unit, therefore, is to support a learner’s understanding of leadership as a role and management as a function so that they are able to develop the knowledge, skills and traits to make a meaningful contribution to a business’s success