AAT Level 2 – The Business Environment (BESY)

Mapped to the AAT Q2022 syllabus | Perfect for self-study or classroom use

AAT level 2 - The Business Environment self study book

Our Business Environment study book offers structured, easy-to-follow explanations to help you master key concepts and prepare confidently for your AAT assessments.

This comprehensive guide uses clear language, practical examples, and helpful illustrations to walk you through each topic. It’s ideal for both classroom and independent study.

£29.90

Description

We live in an age where the way we do business changes constantly. So, this unit covers key business concepts and how they can be practically applied. This unit will help you to gain an understanding of the legal system and the principles of contract law. It also teaches an appreciation of the legal implications of setting up a business. The wider issues which impact businesses are also discussed – the global economy, and how governments impact upon it.

Who Is This Book For?

  • Students studying AAT Level 2 Accounting
  • Anyone preparing for the Business Environment (BESY) assessment
  • Beginners with no prior finance experience
  • Adult learners or career changers entering accounting

What You’ll Learn

This study guide covers everything you need to know to pass the BESY unit — and understand bookkeeping in practice:

  • Understand the principles of contract law
  • Understand the external business environment
  • Understand key principles of corporate social responsibility (CSR), ethics and sustainability
  • Understand the impact of setting up different types of business entity
  • Understand the finance function within an organisation
  • Produce work in appropriate formats and communicate effectively
  • Understand the importance of information to business operations

What’s Inside

  • Chapter 1: Key Principles of the Legal System
  • Chapter 2: Principles of Contract Law
  • Chapter 3: Different Types of Business Entity
  • Chapter 4: The External Business Environment
  • Chapter 5: Corporate Social Responsibility
  • Chapter 6: The Finance Function
  • Chapter 7: Formats and Communication
  • Chapter 8: Importance of Information

Practice questions and assessment-style tasks throughout.

What’s Included

  • Printed book (includes a mock exam)
  • Free access to our online portal which includes:
    • Electronic version of your study book
    • Auto-marked assessments – instant feedback
    • 1 additional mock exam in the online portal

Why Choose Accountext Study Materials?

  • Written by experienced AAT tutors who understand how students learn
  • Mapped directly to AAT’s syllabus for the BESY unit
  • Includes worked examples, real-life scenarios, and practice tasks
  • Easy to follow — ideal for self-study or as a classroom companion
  • Trusted by 5,000+ AAT students across the UK

FAQs

Is this book up to date with the 2022 syllabus?

Yes, it is fully aligned with the AAT Q2022 syllabus for the BESY unit.

Does it include exam-style practice questions?

Yes — each chapter includes review tasks, with additional end-of-book mock questions to reinforce learning.

Product details

  • Title: AAT Level 2 – Business Environment (BESY)
  • Author / Publisher: Accountext Publishing
  • Binding Type: Paperback / Spiral-Bound
  • Page Count: 158 pages
  • ISBN: 978-1-8369-0288-7
  • Dimensions: A4 (210 x 297mm)
  • Language: English
  • Format: Print
  • Mapped To: AAT Q2022 Syllabus (BESY unit)
  • Qualification Level: AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting
  • AAT Unit Code: BESY
  • OfQual Unit Number: M/618/3586

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