What is GCSE Business and Communication Systems all about?

•  This course brings together the subjects of Business and ICT

•  It features an active, practical approach to up-to-date business and

communication systems in the working environment

•  The practical nature of the course is demonstrated through the coursework

and the practical paper

Summary of the course specification: The course aims to make pupils aware of…

•  Communication systems- The focus is on the process of communication in the four areas of electronic, organisations, paper and people;

•  Data gathering, recording and presentation systems- The focus is on manual and electronic systems;

•  Money transfer systems- The focus is on different payment systems, the documents used in a business transaction and remuneration systems;

Constraints and influences on systems- The focus is on legislation, health and safety, security of equipment and data and operational issues.

Summary of External assessment-

•  Practical examination (F or H) 35% (11/2 hours)

•  Written examination (F or H) 40% (1 hour)

•  Coursework 25% (1 piece)