Woodmill High School S3 S4 course choice booklet subject info | Page 56

National 5 The course aims to enable learners to develop:  knowledge and understanding of the way society relies on business  an insight into the systems organisations use to ensures customers’ needs are met  enterprising skills and enterprising attributes and an understanding of financial awareness  an insight into how organisations organise their resources for maximum efficiency  an understanding of the steps taken by organisations to improve their overall performance  an awareness of how external influences impact on organisations, including economic impact Information regarding typical learners who might take the course National 4 This course will appeal to those with an interest in the modern business environment. Typical learners will develop skills of enterprise, employability, ICT and citizenship, all of which are essential in today’s society. Using creative contexts they will develop numeracy skills and decision making by analysing and evaluating a range of information to make responsible and effective business decisions. National 5 This course is suitable for all learners interested in entering the world of business – whether as a manager, employee or self-employed person – as it gives learners knowledge of the business environment. By developing many transferable skills, the course prepares learners for the world of work or further study of business and other business-related disciplines. Course Structure and Conditions of Award National 4 With effective use of ICT within business contexts, learners will experience a course that is taught in an integrated and experiential manner. To achieve this course, learners must pass all the units in business in action, influences on business and the business assignment. National 5 To achieve this course, learners must pass all 3 mandatory units and the course assessment. Assessment National 4 All units will be internally assessed and subject to SQA verification. National 4 courses are not graded National 5 Units are internally assessed and subject to SQA verification. The course assessment is externally assessed. Progression National 4 - National 5 in Business National 5 - Higher Business Management 56