Course Content

Assessment

The Higher Business Management course builds upon the skills and knowledge gained from National 5.
The course is made up of three core units:

• Understanding Business (Higher)
  
• Management of Marketing & Operations (Higher)
  
• Management of People & Finance (Higher)
  

Higher
Component 1
Learners are required to complete an assignment in the form of a business report. This contributes to 25% of candidates' overall mark.

Component 2
Learners are also required to sit a final written exam based on course content. This exam is worth 75% of candidates' overall mark.

Course Specification 

​​www.sqa.org.uk/files_ccc/h-course-spec-business-management.pdf

Pupil Resources

Core notes are located and provided by your teachers through teams!!

Useful Websites

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Useful Apps 

My study planner is an app provided by the SQA that will help you plan out your studying for your upcoming exams, it will:
-Create a study schedule
-Choose how long you want to study certain subjects for 
-Prioritise different subjects 
- Tell you your progress ​

Books

Along with notes that will be given throughout the year, there are textbooks available to help you study. If you prefer to study from a book you may wish to purchase one of these. However, it is not a necessity and there will be some copies available for use in school.

Possible Careers in Business

Business Analyst
A Business Analyst (BA) acts as a bridge between business problems and technology solutions, analysing data and processes to recommend improvements that increase efficiency and meet organizational goals. They elicit, document, and manage requirements, enabling companies to make data-driven decisions and implement strategic changes.

Project Managers
Project managers are professionals responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications. They coordinate teams, manage resources, mitigate risks, and act as the central point of communication between stakeholders to deliver desired outcomes. 

Financial Advisers
A financial adviser is a regulated professional who helps individuals and organizations manage their money by providing tailored advice on investments, savings, pensions, mortgages, and insurance

Marketing Executive
A marketing executive is a professional responsible for planning, developing, and executing marketing campaigns to promote a company’s products, services, or brand. They bridge the gap between company goals and consumer needs by managing digital, social media, and offline initiatives, analysing campaign performance, and conducting market research to drive sales and engagement.

Schools to consider applying to 

University of Strathclyde
The University of Strathclyde Business School is a pioneering, internationally renowned academic organisation that shapes and develops the business minds of tomorrow. Strathclyde Business School is one of four faculties forming the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow.

University of Edinburgh Business School
Best for:
International reputation and research-led teaching.
 Rankings: 
Ranked 8th in the UK for Accounting, Business & Finance. Consistently ranked in the top 50 worldwide. 
Features:
 AACSB and EQUIS accredited, offering a wide array of specialized business programs in a historic city setting.

University of Glasgow
Best for: 
Finance, Accounting, and Economics.
Rankings:
 Adam Smith Business School is triple-accredited and ranked highly in the UK for Business & Management (24th in Guardian 2026, 38th in CUG 2026).
Features: 
A top-40 UK university for Business with a strong global research reputation.