This qualification replaces the 8954 Business Studies award.

This award is aimed at anyone seeking a general understanding of how business works, it is particularly suitable for candidates looking to work in secretarial or office-based positions in a business environment.Level 1 covers in details the general principles and organisation of business and business activity. Level 2 covers the business environment, structure and organisation of business, decision making, planning and control, people in business and external / internal influences on organisations.