Level 2 Business
Although next year timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place in January.
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs J. Dustin.
What will I learn?
How to set up and operate a business, accounting and management skills related to running a business. Communication and marketing theory and practice. The value of working in a team and will develop an understanding of how businesses contribute to community well-being. Working in groups is an essential and compulsory component of this course. Students will have an opportunity to problem solve while running their own business and apply strategies to solve wider business issues.
Where does it lead?
Business helps you to learn how to launch your dream business. Being your own boss has many perks, but becoming a successful entrepreneur demands creativity, innovation and a strong execution strategy. This course builds an appreciation and understanding of the demands of running and/or managing a business. This course will provide you with the core understanding needed for the continued learning of Business Studies at L3.
How will I be assessed?
Internal Assessments
- Market Research in Business - Achievement Standard 90846 - 3 Credits
- Motivational Theory in Business - Achievement Standard 90847 - 3 Credits
- Carry out a Business Activity - Achievement Standard 91384 - 9 Credits
External Assessments
- Apply business knowledge to case studies - Achievement Standard 90845 - 4 Credits
What should I have already done?
This course is designed for students who work well in groups as this is a large part of the course. This is a language rich subject requiring reading, research and written communication. Students will have achieved well in L1 English and Mathematics and will be confident in their report writing skills.
Course Contribution
$28 workbook
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Business Studies 2.3 - Apply business knowledge to a critical problem(s) in a given large business context
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Business Studies 2.4 - Conduct market research for a new or existing product
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Business Studies 2.5 - Investigate the application of motivation theory in a business
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Business Studies 3.6 - Carry out, with consultation, an innovative and sustainable business activity
Pathway Tags
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Disclaimer
Courses will only run based on minimum entries
Selecting a course does not guarantee entry into this course
You may apply for an exemption if you do not meet the prerequisite of a course or if the course requires this for entry
Standards offered can be altered at the discretion of the HOD of the Department
Some standards in NCEA courses might be optional depending on student strengths
Course contribution may vary slightly by the start of 2025