Business Studies

Course Vision: Inspiring learners to be Entrepreneurial and Culturally Responsive.

The course focuses on:

Assessment is through in class written tests, market research, a market day, Collaborative & Individual Reflection and an end-of-year examination.

This course concentrates on:

Students study four topics (standards) that count for 19 credits towards Level 2 NCEA.

90846 (2.4) Conduct market research for a new or existing product (3 credits)
90845 (2.5) Investigate the application of motivation theory in a business (3 credits)
90848 (2.6) Carry out, review and refine a business activity within a community context with guidance (9 credits)

90843 (2.1) Demonstrate understanding of the internal operations of a large business (4 credits)

Students can be extended through the Young Enterprise Scheme participation based on a selection process.

The course concentrates on:

Students study four topics (standards) that count for 22 credits towards Level 3 NCEA.

AS 91382 (3.4) Develop a marketing plan for a new or existing product (6 credits)
AS 91384 (3.6) Carry out, with consultation, an innovative and sustainable business activity (9 credits)
AS 91385 (3.7) Investigate the export potential of a new or existing product into a new market (3 credits)

AS 91379 (3.1) Demonstrate understanding of how internal factors interact within a business that operates in a global context (4 credits)

Students can be extended through the Young Enterprise Scheme participation based on a selection process.