Year 13 Business Studies
03BUS Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr J. Yan.
Recommended Prior Learning14 credits in Business Studies or approval at the discretion of the Teacher in Charge, based on your Level 2 results.
Studying business enables students to appreciate the issues that challenge businesses and stakeholders. In a rapidly changing world, it is important that citizens are able to make informed and rational decisions about business matters.
Students will gain knowledge, skills and experience in areas such as how to plan, take to market, review, and then refine a business activity incorporating a community well-being focus, basing recommendations for the future on market feedback. Students will also explore how and why global businesses (greater than 20 employees) in New Zealand make operational decisions in response to internal and external factors. Students will learn how businesses contribute to the development of a culture of enterprise in New Zealand and supports our efforts to improve economic and community well-being.
Learning Areas:
Commerce, Half Year Taster Courses, Trades
Pathway
NCEA Level 2 Accounting, NCEA Level 2 Business Studies
You could become a teacher by learning about business studies
Career PathwaysMortgage Broker, Insurance Claims Officer, Office Administrator, Building Contractor, Buyer, Cafe/Restaurant Manager, Motor Vehicle Salesperson, Community Development Worker, Event Manager, Bank Worker, Farmer/Farm Manager, Debt Collector, Professional Sportsperson, Accountant, Auditor, Accounts Officer, Property Manager, Actuary, Finance Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Economist, Financial Adviser, Payroll Officer, Management Consultant
Contributions and Equipment/ Stationary - Costs are applicable for Adult students onlyWorkbook: $28
Off site activities approximately $35
There may be an opportunity to extend learning with a field trip or opportunity for students to compete in the Young Enterprise Scheme
| Description | Type | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Workbook | Non-Voluntary | $28.00 |
| trips | Voluntary | $35.00 |
| $63.00 | ||