Business
Head of Department:  Mr C Hill

At Priestlands, our Business curriculum is designed to open students’ eyes to the real world of work, enterprise, and innovation. We aim to develop confident, commercially aware individuals who can think critically, solve problems, and make informed decisions.

Through engaging theory lessons, students explore how businesses start, grow, and succeed in a fast-changing world. From local start-ups to global corporations, they learn how businesses respond to challenges, manage resources, and meet customer needs.

Business is all around us—from the products we buy to the services we use. Our students gain insight into how businesses operate and the impact they have on society, the economy, and the environment. They also develop key skills in communication and financial literacy that are valuable in any career path.

Whether students go on to study Business further or take a different route, this course gives them a strong foundation for the future.

Please note: Business is an optional subject at Key Stage 4. Students can choose to study it as part of their GCSE options.

By the end of KS4, students at Priestlands:

  • Understand how businesses are set up and run, and the factors that influence their success

  • Can analyse business decisions and apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios

  • Have explored key areas such as marketing, finance, operations, and human resources

  • Can confidently interpret data, manage budgets, and evaluate business performance

  • Leave us with practical skills and a strong understanding of the world of work

  • Human Resources – How businesses manage and support their employees.