Course Overview
As well as learning about areas of business like communication and human resources, you’ll gain practical experience in computer applications such as spreadsheets and databases. For this reason, you’ll need access to a computer equipped with Word, Excel and Access 2000, as well as a printer.
Pre-requisites
No prior learning is necessary but candidates will be expected to demonstrate basic literacy and numeracy skills. Candidates will require access to a computer equipped with Word, Excel and Access 2000, and a printer.
Key Topics
- The Business Environment and Workplace Organisation
- Human Resources
- Communication
- File Management and Word Processing
- Spreadsheets and Databases
- Other Computer Applications and Composition of Documents
Qualification
GSCE in Business and Communication Systems
Support
As an ICS student you will have your own personal tutor helping you with your course work and with any questions you may have. Plus you can contact our Student Advisors by email or phone for all the practical advice you may need – so we really are with you 100%.
What's more, you'll have access to the ICS online Student Community, where you can interact with other students, browse our resource library and manage your account.
Assessment
Once you've enrolled on your chosen course(s), you'll receive all the information you need to arrange your own exams, including details of syllabuses, exam boards and dates. Exams are held in various parts of the UK.
Exams take place in June with the deadline for submitting coursework being the 1st February. Please note that exam fees are additional to course fees.
What our Students Say
"The course from ICS was ideal – the course materials were excellent, and I got great support from my tutor when I needed it, which helped me to keep motivated. When I passed my exam, I was delighted and my employers were really impressed. Soon after, I got my promotion and I now love my job as a 'number cruncher!' The course from ICS has really opened doors for me and given me the confidence I needed to get ahead." Donna Linden, ICS Graduate, Glasgow.
Your Future Prospects
With this GCSE qualification, a number of different career paths will be open to you.