Two Ways to Study
Option 1 — One-to-One Revision Support
Designed for students already taking A-Level Business at school who want to refine their exam technique and boost grades.
Option 2 — Private Candidate Course (Full Qualification)
Perfect for students not studying Business at school who wish to complete the full A-Level qualification through BrainyBeaks.
This course is ideal for students who want targeted one-to-one support to improve their performance in A-Level Business or who wish to complete the full qualification as a private candidate through BrainyBeaks. Students have typically completed their GCSE level qualifications and are often enrolled to study this A-level. We can support you with registering at a centre near you and studying this qualification entirely through BrainyBeaks.
Business Themes & Core Areas:
Theme 1: Marketing and People — markets, demand, leadership, and motivation.
Theme 2: Managing Business Activities — finance, resource management, and operations.
Theme 3: Business Decisions and Strategy — objectives, growth, change, and innovation.
Theme 4: Global Business — international trade, competitiveness, and multinational strategy.
Key Skills Developed:
Analytical interpretation of case studies and data sets.
Balanced, evidence-based evaluation in essay-style questions.
Application of theory to contemporary business contexts.
Strategic thinking and decision-making under timed conditions.
Assessment & Feedback
Students benefit from ongoing formative assessment and targeted examiner feedback:
Initial Diagnostic Assessment: identifies topic strengths and areas for improvement.
Regular Mock Papers: marked to official exam-board standards with banded AO feedback.
Progress Reports: issued each term for parents and students.
Final Review: includes predicted grade, written feedback summary, and action plan for
improvement.
Safeguarding & Tutor Quality
All tutors hold enhanced DBS checks linked to CRB update service and all are PGCE/QTS-qualified teachers and A-Level examiners for Edexcel, AQA, OCR, or Cambridge.
All sessions follow BrainyBeaks’ Safeguarding and Online Learning Policy and are delivered in
secure, monitored classrooms. Students will have the option to remain anonymous if they prefer not
to turn their camera on.
Accessibility & Flexibility
We’re committed to making learning inclusive and flexible:
SEN-friendly delivery and tailored lesson pacing.
Session recordings available for catch-up and review.
Printable study packs, structure templates, and evaluation stems.
Flexible rescheduling and a satisfaction guarantee after the first two lessons.
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Background
Afiya studied Economics at the University of Birmingham before completing an MSc in Organisational Knowledge at Cranfield University and obtaining a PGCE in Economics.
She has held leadership roles in Economics and Business education and has taught in several international schools as well as in a range of London schools. Through her tutoring and online teaching, Afiya has supported students from across the globe, with a particular focus on exam skills and academic discipline.
Teaching Expertise
Specialist in A-level Economics and A-level Business Studies.
Experienced in delivering BTEC Business & ICT programmes.
Strong record of helping students achieve top exam results, including high A*–B success rates in A-level Economics.
Skilled at developing resources and strategies that sharpen exam technique, from timed essay practice to structured revision programmes.
Approach
Afiya is passionate about helping students master both subject content and the rigour of exam preparation. She emphasises exam technique, time management, and effective essay writing, giving learners the skills to approach assessments with confidence.
Her teaching combines academic depth with practical exam strategies, ensuring students are well prepared to demonstrate their knowledge under exam conditions. She provides structured revision support, targeted feedback, and a clear roadmap to maximise marks in both short-answer and extended essay questions.
Student Success
Many of Afiya’s students have progressed to top UK universities following strong exam performance.
Recognised for raising achievement through exam-focused preparation, particularly in A-level Economics.
Experienced in supporting international learners to adapt quickly to A-level standards and succeed under pressure.
Student Feedback
“Afiya’s lessons were focused and exam-driven. She gave me the tools to approach essay questions with confidence and structure.”
“Her revision methods and exam technique practice helped me stay calm, organised, and achieve above my target grade.”
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