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Brief Description of Course

The IGCSE Business Studies syllabus develops learners’ understanding of business activity in the public and private sectors, and the importance of innovation and change. Learners find out how the major types of business organisation are established, financed and run, and how their activities are regulated. Factors influencing business decision-making are also considered, as are the essential values of cooperation and interdependence. Learners not only study business concepts and techniques but also enhance related skills such as numeracy and enquiry. In order to succeed in Business Studies, you will need to have excellent analytical skills and have a good level of reading and writing. In addition to this, you will need to have excellent problem solving skills, communication, confidence, innovation and the ability to continuously learn and grow.

Examination Board Syllabus Title Syllabus Code Edexcel IGCSE Business Studies 4BS1

Syllabus Content

1. Business activity and influences on business 2. People in business 3. Business finance 4. Marketing 5. Business operations.

Section 1: introduces the nature and types of business in an economy. Students will be encouraged to examine the interaction between businesses and the environment in which they operate. Sections 2–5: focuses on the main functional areas of business administration, finance, marketing and operations. While the five sections of content are listed as discrete topics, it is important for students to recognise that, because business is dynamic, these five areas interrelate.

Method of Assessment

Paper 1 - 50% of the final grade. 30 minutes. Investigating small businesses 80 marks Exam: 1 hour

50% of the final grade. Exam: 1 hour 30 minutes. Investigating large businesses 80 Marks

Students wanting to pursue careers in Business Advisory, Business Analyst, Accountancy, Investment Banking, Data Analyst, Human Resources, Organisation Design, Project Management, Stockbroker, Property, Sales and Business Ownership. Brief Description of Course

IGCSE Computer Science - IGCSE Computer Science helps learners develop an interest in computational thinking and an understanding of the principles of problem-solving using computers. They apply this understanding to create computer-based solutions to problems using algorithms and a high-level programming language. Learners also develop a range of technical skills, and the ability to effectively test and evaluate computing solutions. Studying IGCSE Computer Science helps learners appreciate current and emerging computing technologies, the benefits of their use and recognise their potential risks.

In order for learners to succeed in Computer science you will need to have a good level of logical application, innovation, creativity and be an excellent problem solver and demonstrate resilience.

Examination Board

Syllabus Title Syllabus Code Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science 0984

Syllabus Content

Computer systems 1 Data representation 2 Data transmission 3 Hardware 4 Software 5 The internet and its uses 6Automated and emerging technologies Algorithms, programming and logic 7 Algorithm design and problem-solving 8 Programming 9 Databases 10 Boolean logic Method of Assessment

Paper 1 50% of the final grade. Exam: 1 hour 45 minutes. Computer Systems (topics 1-6) 75 marks

Paper 2 50% of the final grade. Marks Exam: 1 hour 45 minutes. Algorithms, Programming and Logic (topics 7-10) 75

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Students wanting to pursue careers in applications development, computer programming, software development, hardware engineering, systems management, web developer, database administrator, IT architect, Systems analyst, games developer, Data scientist.