Level 2 Business Studies
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Natasha Bastion.
Internal Credits: 15 External Credits: 4
This course is focused on the internal and external factors which affect large New Zealand businesses. Students are offered the opportunity to be part of YES, the Young Enterprise Scheme designed to nurture young entrepreneurs. Through the YES, students will form a business, with the support of a business mentor and take part in the YES National competition. This course investigates a range of factors such as the impact of management styles, motivation theory, trade unions, culture of the business and takeovers. Specific and identifiable local and national businesses will be researched and how these businesses respond to internal and external factors will be considered. Topics include: Internal operations, Critical problem solving, Market Research, Carry out a business activity in a community context.
Pre-requisites
Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy
Equipment/Stationery/Trips
$45 - Workbooks
$40 - YES (Young Enterprise Scheme)
$50 - Field trip
Pathway
Disclaimer
NB: All courses offered are subject to viable class numbers and staff availability.
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