A thematic approach where you will learn about aspects of Business
Business Studies explores key concepts organisations use to make decisions and
improve operations for sustainability and success. Designed for Year 12 students,
this course uses a thematic approach to connect topics with real-world applications,
helping students build practical knowledge and valuable skills for further study or the
workforce.
Learning Objectives
• Investigate the application of motivation theory within a business.
• Develop skills in market research and analysis.
• Understand the dynamics of a product-based business through a Market Day
scenario.
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Kia ora, my name is Wilma Madelo. I am an overseas-trained teacher from the Philippines with a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Social Sciences. I have been teaching Social Sciences since 2012. I moved to New Zealand in December 2019, gained my NZ teaching registration in 2021, and began relief teaching in 2022. In 2024, I secured a full-time permanent position at Ashburton College, where I currently teach Year 9 Social Studies and Year 11 Commerce, Year 12 Business Studies, and Money Management. I am married with two children, Ethan and Chloe. I love travelling, cooking, gardening, watching movies, and playing board games—especially chess!
| Standard No * | Standard title | credit value | Internal/External | Completion |
| AS90846 | Conduct market research for a new or existing product. | 3 | Internal | |
| AS90848 | Carry out, review and refine a business activity within a community context with guidance. | 9 | Internal | |
| AS91868 | Demonstrate understanding of cashflow forecasting | 4 | Internal | |
| AS90845 | Apply business knowledge to a critical problem in a given large business context | 4 | External |
Cost
$2372.00
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